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Best Firewall Software for Small Business

Lauren Worth
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Researched and written by Lauren Worth

Products classified in the overall Firewall Software category are similar in many regards and help companies of all sizes solve their business problems. However, small business features, pricing, setup, and installation differ from businesses of other sizes, which is why we match buyers to the right Small Business Firewall Software to fit their needs. Compare product ratings based on reviews from enterprise users or connect with one of G2's buying advisors to find the right solutions within the Small Business Firewall Software category.

In addition to qualifying for inclusion in the Firewall Software category, to qualify for inclusion in the Small Business Firewall Software category, a product must have at least 10 reviews left by a reviewer from a small business.

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21 Listings in Small Business Firewall Software Available

(599)4.7 out of 5
1st Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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  • Product Description
    How are these determined?Information
    This description is provided by the seller.

    Sophos Firewall provides comprehensive next-generation firewall protection powered by deep learning and Synchronized Security. Offering unmatched insights, Firewall exposes hidden user, application, a

    Users
    • IT Manager
    • IT Administrator
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 61% Mid-Market
    • 22% Small-Business
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Sophos Firewall Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    85
    Firewall Efficiency
    51
    Customer Support
    47
    Features
    47
    Ease of Implementation
    35
    Cons
    Slow Performance
    29
    Difficult Learning Curve
    14
    Limited Features
    13
    Poor Reporting
    13
    Poor Customer Support
    11
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Sophos Firewall features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.2
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.3
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.2
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    9.0
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    Sophos
    Company Website
    Year Founded
    1985
    HQ Location
    Oxfordshire
    Twitter
    @Sophos
    36,824 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    5,390 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Sophos Firewall provides comprehensive next-generation firewall protection powered by deep learning and Synchronized Security. Offering unmatched insights, Firewall exposes hidden user, application, a

Users
  • IT Manager
  • IT Administrator
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 61% Mid-Market
  • 22% Small-Business
Sophos Firewall Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
85
Firewall Efficiency
51
Customer Support
47
Features
47
Ease of Implementation
35
Cons
Slow Performance
29
Difficult Learning Curve
14
Limited Features
13
Poor Reporting
13
Poor Customer Support
11
Sophos Firewall features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.2
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.3
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.2
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
9.0
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
Sophos
Company Website
Year Founded
1985
HQ Location
Oxfordshire
Twitter
@Sophos
36,824 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
5,390 employees on LinkedIn®
(108)4.3 out of 5
10th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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  • Product Description
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW is a fully managed, cloud-native firewall service designed to enhance security, streamline operations, and provide seamless scalability across various cloud environments,

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Computer & Network Security
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 34% Mid-Market
    • 34% Enterprise
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  • Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Features
    23
    Ease of Use
    21
    Threat Protection
    19
    Deployment Ease
    15
    Security
    13
    Cons
    Expensive
    25
    Complex Configuration
    13
    Difficult Learning Curve
    11
    Complexity
    10
    Slow Performance
    10
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  • Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    8.6
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.7
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.5
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Year Founded
    2005
    HQ Location
    Santa Clara, CA
    Twitter
    @PaloAltoNtwks
    127,297 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NYSE: PANW
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW is a fully managed, cloud-native firewall service designed to enhance security, streamline operations, and provide seamless scalability across various cloud environments,

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Computer & Network Security
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 34% Mid-Market
  • 34% Enterprise
Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Features
23
Ease of Use
21
Threat Protection
19
Deployment Ease
15
Security
13
Cons
Expensive
25
Complex Configuration
13
Difficult Learning Curve
11
Complexity
10
Slow Performance
10
Palo Alto Networks Cloud NGFW features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
8.6
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.7
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.5
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Year Founded
2005
HQ Location
Santa Clara, CA
Twitter
@PaloAltoNtwks
127,297 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE: PANW

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(539)4.5 out of 5
2nd Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Strengthen Your Security with Check Point Gateways and Firewalls Check Point Hybrid Mesh Network Security is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution designed to protect networks from sophisticated

    Users
    • Network Security Engineer
    • Network Engineer
    Industries
    • Computer & Network Security
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 45% Mid-Market
    • 42% Enterprise
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  • Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Cybersecurity
    79
    Features
    76
    Threat Detection
    65
    Network Security
    62
    Centralized Management
    52
    Cons
    Expensive
    61
    Complexity
    37
    Slow Performance
    33
    Complex Setup
    29
    Learning Curve
    28
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  • Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.0
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.1
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.0
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.7
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    1993
    HQ Location
    San Carlos, CA
    Twitter
    @CheckPointSW
    70,985 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    8,323 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Strengthen Your Security with Check Point Gateways and Firewalls Check Point Hybrid Mesh Network Security is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution designed to protect networks from sophisticated

Users
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Network Engineer
Industries
  • Computer & Network Security
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 45% Mid-Market
  • 42% Enterprise
Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Cybersecurity
79
Features
76
Threat Detection
65
Network Security
62
Centralized Management
52
Cons
Expensive
61
Complexity
37
Slow Performance
33
Complex Setup
29
Learning Curve
28
Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.0
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.1
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.0
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.7
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
1993
HQ Location
San Carlos, CA
Twitter
@CheckPointSW
70,985 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
8,323 employees on LinkedIn®
(322)4.8 out of 5
3rd Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    pfSense® Plus software is the world’s most trusted firewall. The software has garnered the respect and adoration of users worldwide - installed well over three million times. Made possible by open sou

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 68% Small-Business
    • 25% Mid-Market
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  • Netgate pfSense Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    5
    Ease of Implementation
    3
    Easy Setup
    3
    Features
    3
    Implementation Ease
    3
    Cons
    Difficult Learning Curve
    3
    Complex Configuration
    2
    Expertise Required
    2
    Lack of Guidance
    2
    Access Issues
    1
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  • Netgate pfSense features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.1
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.3
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.7
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.2
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    Netgate
    Year Founded
    2002
    HQ Location
    Austin, US
    Twitter
    @NetgateUSA
    8,808 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    123 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

pfSense® Plus software is the world’s most trusted firewall. The software has garnered the respect and adoration of users worldwide - installed well over three million times. Made possible by open sou

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 68% Small-Business
  • 25% Mid-Market
Netgate pfSense Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
5
Ease of Implementation
3
Easy Setup
3
Features
3
Implementation Ease
3
Cons
Difficult Learning Curve
3
Complex Configuration
2
Expertise Required
2
Lack of Guidance
2
Access Issues
1
Netgate pfSense features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.1
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.3
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.7
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.2
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
Netgate
Year Founded
2002
HQ Location
Austin, US
Twitter
@NetgateUSA
8,808 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
123 employees on LinkedIn®
(205)4.7 out of 5
7th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    FortiGate-VM, Fortinet's Next Generation Firewall, runs on virtually all public and private clouds - delivering the same unmatched security and value as our hardware FortiGate solutions. Powered b

    Users
    • Network Engineer
    • IT Manager
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 66% Mid-Market
    • 21% Enterprise
  • Pros and Cons
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  • FortiGate-VM NGFW Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    15
    Features
    10
    Security
    7
    User Interface
    7
    Customer Support
    6
    Cons
    Update Issues
    4
    Upgrade Issues
    4
    Limited Features
    3
    Poor Customer Support
    3
    Security Issues
    3
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  • FortiGate-VM NGFW features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.1
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.5
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.2
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    9.0
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    Fortinet
    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2000
    HQ Location
    Sunnyvale, CA
    Twitter
    @Fortinet
    151,497 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    15,103 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

FortiGate-VM, Fortinet's Next Generation Firewall, runs on virtually all public and private clouds - delivering the same unmatched security and value as our hardware FortiGate solutions. Powered b

Users
  • Network Engineer
  • IT Manager
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 66% Mid-Market
  • 21% Enterprise
FortiGate-VM NGFW Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
15
Features
10
Security
7
User Interface
7
Customer Support
6
Cons
Update Issues
4
Upgrade Issues
4
Limited Features
3
Poor Customer Support
3
Security Issues
3
FortiGate-VM NGFW features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.1
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.5
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.2
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
9.0
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
Fortinet
Company Website
Year Founded
2000
HQ Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Twitter
@Fortinet
151,497 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
15,103 employees on LinkedIn®
(103)4.6 out of 5
12th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Cloudflare Area 1 is a cloud-native email security platform that identifies and blocks attacks before they hit user inboxes, enabling more effective protection against spear phishing, Business Email C

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 37% Small-Business
    • 34% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Cloudflare SSE & SASE Platform Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    7
    Protection
    6
    Reliability
    6
    Security
    6
    User Interface
    5
    Cons
    Steep Learning Curve
    4
    Complexity
    3
    Difficult Learning
    3
    Difficult Learning Curve
    3
    Difficult Setup
    3
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    9.5
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    8.9
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.3
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    6.7
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Year Founded
    2009
    HQ Location
    San Francisco, California
    Twitter
    @Cloudflare
    252,812 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    5,911 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NYSE: NET
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Cloudflare Area 1 is a cloud-native email security platform that identifies and blocks attacks before they hit user inboxes, enabling more effective protection against spear phishing, Business Email C

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 37% Small-Business
  • 34% Mid-Market
Cloudflare SSE & SASE Platform Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
7
Protection
6
Reliability
6
Security
6
User Interface
5
Cons
Steep Learning Curve
4
Complexity
3
Difficult Learning
3
Difficult Learning Curve
3
Difficult Setup
3
Cloudflare SSE & SASE Platform features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
8.9
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.3
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
6.7
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Year Founded
2009
HQ Location
San Francisco, California
Twitter
@Cloudflare
252,812 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
5,911 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE: NET
(90)4.3 out of 5
Optimized for quick response
4th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    How are these determined?Information
    This description is provided by the seller.

    Palo Alto Networks' VM-Series Virtual Firewall is the industry’s leading cloud security software, delivering the world’s most effective network security to any cloud or virtualized environment. It is

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Computer & Network Security
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 43% Enterprise
    • 30% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Palo Alto Networks VM-Series Virtual Firewall Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Threat Protection
    17
    Features
    15
    Firewall Efficiency
    11
    Protection
    11
    Security
    11
    Cons
    Expensive
    22
    Difficult Learning Curve
    11
    Slow Performance
    8
    Complex Configuration
    6
    Complexity
    6
  • User Satisfaction
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    8.6
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.0
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.8
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.7
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2005
    HQ Location
    Santa Clara, CA
    Twitter
    @PaloAltoNtwks
    127,297 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Palo Alto Networks' VM-Series Virtual Firewall is the industry’s leading cloud security software, delivering the world’s most effective network security to any cloud or virtualized environment. It is

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Computer & Network Security
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 43% Enterprise
  • 30% Mid-Market
Palo Alto Networks VM-Series Virtual Firewall Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Threat Protection
17
Features
15
Firewall Efficiency
11
Protection
11
Security
11
Cons
Expensive
22
Difficult Learning Curve
11
Slow Performance
8
Complex Configuration
6
Complexity
6
Palo Alto Networks VM-Series Virtual Firewall features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.0
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.8
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.7
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
2005
HQ Location
Santa Clara, CA
Twitter
@PaloAltoNtwks
127,297 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
(155)4.5 out of 5
6th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    How are these determined?Information
    This description is provided by the seller.

    Our next-generation firewall classifies all traffic, including encrypted traffic, based on application, application function, user and content. You can create comprehensive, precise security policies,

    Users
    • Network Engineer
    • Network Security Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 47% Mid-Market
    • 37% Enterprise
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    29
    Features
    23
    Protection
    18
    Firewall Efficiency
    17
    Threat Protection
    17
    Cons
    Expensive
    32
    Difficult Learning Curve
    14
    Slow Performance
    13
    Poor Interface Design
    10
    Complex Configuration
    9
  • User Satisfaction
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    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    8.8
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.8
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.6
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Year Founded
    2005
    HQ Location
    Santa Clara, CA
    Twitter
    @PaloAltoNtwks
    127,297 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NYSE: PANW
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Our next-generation firewall classifies all traffic, including encrypted traffic, based on application, application function, user and content. You can create comprehensive, precise security policies,

Users
  • Network Engineer
  • Network Security Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 47% Mid-Market
  • 37% Enterprise
Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
29
Features
23
Protection
18
Firewall Efficiency
17
Threat Protection
17
Cons
Expensive
32
Difficult Learning Curve
14
Slow Performance
13
Poor Interface Design
10
Complex Configuration
9
Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
8.8
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.8
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.6
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Year Founded
2005
HQ Location
Santa Clara, CA
Twitter
@PaloAltoNtwks
127,297 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
17,872 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE: PANW
(262)4.7 out of 5
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  • Product Description
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    For over 20 years, WatchGuard has pioneered cutting-edge cyber security technology and delivered it as easy-to-deploy and easy-to-manage solutions. Our unique approach to network security focuses on b

    Users
    • IT Manager
    • IT Director
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 54% Mid-Market
    • 43% Small-Business
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  • WatchGuard Network Security Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Cybersecurity
    4
    Ease of Use
    3
    Customer Support
    2
    Security
    2
    Threat Protection
    2
    Cons
    Expensive
    3
    Limited Customization
    1
    Limited Features
    1
    Poor Customer Support
    1
    Pricing Issues
    1
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  • WatchGuard Network Security features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.1
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.4
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.1
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.7
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    1996
    HQ Location
    Seatle, WA
    Twitter
    @watchguard
    19,542 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,200 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
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For over 20 years, WatchGuard has pioneered cutting-edge cyber security technology and delivered it as easy-to-deploy and easy-to-manage solutions. Our unique approach to network security focuses on b

Users
  • IT Manager
  • IT Director
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 54% Mid-Market
  • 43% Small-Business
WatchGuard Network Security Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Cybersecurity
4
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
2
Security
2
Threat Protection
2
Cons
Expensive
3
Limited Customization
1
Limited Features
1
Poor Customer Support
1
Pricing Issues
1
WatchGuard Network Security features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.1
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.4
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.1
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.7
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
1996
HQ Location
Seatle, WA
Twitter
@watchguard
19,542 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,200 employees on LinkedIn®
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    Barracuda's Cloud Generation Firewalls redefine the role of the Firewall from a perimeter security solution to a distributed network optimization solution that scales across any number of locations an

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 61% Mid-Market
    • 24% Small-Business
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  • Barracuda CloudGen Firewall Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Deployment Ease
    2
    Ease of Use
    2
    Centralized Management
    1
    Ease of Management
    1
    Firewall Efficiency
    1
    Cons
    Complex Configuration
    1
    Lack of Interfaces
    1
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    9.4
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.2
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.2
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.3
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    Barracuda
    Year Founded
    2002
    HQ Location
    Campbell, CA
    Twitter
    @Barracuda
    15,320 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    2,133 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    Private
Product Description
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Barracuda's Cloud Generation Firewalls redefine the role of the Firewall from a perimeter security solution to a distributed network optimization solution that scales across any number of locations an

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 61% Mid-Market
  • 24% Small-Business
Barracuda CloudGen Firewall Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Deployment Ease
2
Ease of Use
2
Centralized Management
1
Ease of Management
1
Firewall Efficiency
1
Cons
Complex Configuration
1
Lack of Interfaces
1
Barracuda CloudGen Firewall features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.4
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.2
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.2
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.3
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
Barracuda
Year Founded
2002
HQ Location
Campbell, CA
Twitter
@Barracuda
15,320 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
2,133 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
Private
(156)4.4 out of 5
15th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    Zscaler Internet Access™ (ZIA) is the world’s leading cloud-native secure access solution that protects users, devices, and data by securing all internet traffic, regardless of location. Leveragin

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 52% Enterprise
    • 28% Mid-Market
    User Sentiment
    How are these determined?Information
    These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
    • Zscaler Internet Access is a cloud-based security solution that provides protection against malicious activities and offers direct-to-cloud performance improvements.
    • Users frequently mention the strong protection against cyber threats, the ease of deployment, and the elimination of the need for traditional security hardware as key benefits.
    • Reviewers noted that the product is complex to use, requires significant training, and the initial setup is time-consuming, with occasional performance or connectivity issues.
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  • Zscaler Internet Access Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Security
    29
    Internet Security
    27
    Protection
    24
    Ease of Use
    17
    Cloud Services
    15
    Cons
    Connection Issues
    18
    Slow Performance
    17
    Internet Connectivity
    16
    Connectivity Issues
    14
    Complex Implementation
    13
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    8.9
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.1
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.3
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    9.1
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    Zscaler
    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2008
    HQ Location
    San Jose, California
    Twitter
    @zscaler
    17,057 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    8,961 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Zscaler Internet Access™ (ZIA) is the world’s leading cloud-native secure access solution that protects users, devices, and data by securing all internet traffic, regardless of location. Leveragin

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 52% Enterprise
  • 28% Mid-Market
User Sentiment
How are these determined?Information
These insights, currently in beta, are compiled from user reviews and grouped to display a high-level overview of the software.
  • Zscaler Internet Access is a cloud-based security solution that provides protection against malicious activities and offers direct-to-cloud performance improvements.
  • Users frequently mention the strong protection against cyber threats, the ease of deployment, and the elimination of the need for traditional security hardware as key benefits.
  • Reviewers noted that the product is complex to use, requires significant training, and the initial setup is time-consuming, with occasional performance or connectivity issues.
Zscaler Internet Access Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Security
29
Internet Security
27
Protection
24
Ease of Use
17
Cloud Services
15
Cons
Connection Issues
18
Slow Performance
17
Internet Connectivity
16
Connectivity Issues
14
Complex Implementation
13
Zscaler Internet Access features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.1
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.3
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
9.1
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
Zscaler
Company Website
Year Founded
2008
HQ Location
San Jose, California
Twitter
@zscaler
17,057 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
8,961 employees on LinkedIn®
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    CloudGuard Network Security is a comprehensive cloud security solution designed to protect public, private, and hybrid cloud environments from a wide array of cyber threats. This platform focuses on d

    Users
    • Network Engineer
    • Security Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer & Network Security
    Market Segment
    • 46% Enterprise
    • 30% Mid-Market
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  • Check Point CloudGuard Network Security Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Security
    24
    Cloud Services
    16
    Cloud Integration
    14
    Network Security
    14
    Integrations
    13
    Cons
    Complexity
    10
    Expensive
    8
    Difficult Learning
    7
    Difficult Learning Curve
    7
    Feature Complexity
    7
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    8.8
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.0
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.5
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.8
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    1993
    HQ Location
    San Carlos, CA
    Twitter
    @CheckPointSW
    70,985 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    8,323 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

CloudGuard Network Security is a comprehensive cloud security solution designed to protect public, private, and hybrid cloud environments from a wide array of cyber threats. This platform focuses on d

Users
  • Network Engineer
  • Security Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer & Network Security
Market Segment
  • 46% Enterprise
  • 30% Mid-Market
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Security
24
Cloud Services
16
Cloud Integration
14
Network Security
14
Integrations
13
Cons
Complexity
10
Expensive
8
Difficult Learning
7
Difficult Learning Curve
7
Feature Complexity
7
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.0
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.5
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.8
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
1993
HQ Location
San Carlos, CA
Twitter
@CheckPointSW
70,985 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
8,323 employees on LinkedIn®
(123)4.3 out of 5
11th Easiest To Use in Firewall Software software
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    NordLayer is a toggle-ready network security platform that helps businesses connect, protect, detect, and respond to cyber threats. Built on NordVPN standards, it ensures a secure and reliable connect

    Users
    • CTO
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 56% Small-Business
    • 34% Mid-Market
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  • NordLayer Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    13
    Easy Access
    6
    Secure Access
    6
    Security
    6
    Access Management
    5
    Cons
    Performance Issues
    9
    Connection Issues
    6
    Connectivity Issues
    4
    Lack of Features
    4
    Limited Features
    4
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    8.5
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    9.2
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    9.6
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    9.2
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2012
    HQ Location
    Global
    Twitter
    @NordPass
    9,480 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,755 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

NordLayer is a toggle-ready network security platform that helps businesses connect, protect, detect, and respond to cyber threats. Built on NordVPN standards, it ensures a secure and reliable connect

Users
  • CTO
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 56% Small-Business
  • 34% Mid-Market
NordLayer Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
13
Easy Access
6
Secure Access
6
Security
6
Access Management
5
Cons
Performance Issues
9
Connection Issues
6
Connectivity Issues
4
Lack of Features
4
Limited Features
4
NordLayer features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
9.2
Availability
Average: 9.0
9.6
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
9.2
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
2012
HQ Location
Global
Twitter
@NordPass
9,480 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,755 employees on LinkedIn®
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    GlassWire's next generation visual firewall helps you easily see detailed network activity with your devices in real-time. Our software is very easy to use and set up.

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Computer & Network Security
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 70% Small-Business
    • 26% Mid-Market
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  • GlassWire Firewall Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    1
    Monitoring
    1
    Cons
    This product has not yet received any negative sentiments.
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    8.8
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    0.0
    No information available
    8.5
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    9.6
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Seller
    GlassWire
    Year Founded
    2014
    HQ Location
    Austin, TX
    Twitter
    @GlassWire
    9,211 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    3 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
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This description is provided by the seller.

GlassWire's next generation visual firewall helps you easily see detailed network activity with your devices in real-time. Our software is very easy to use and set up.

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Computer & Network Security
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 70% Small-Business
  • 26% Mid-Market
GlassWire Firewall Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
1
Monitoring
1
Cons
This product has not yet received any negative sentiments.
GlassWire Firewall features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
0.0
No information available
8.5
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
9.6
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Seller
GlassWire
Year Founded
2014
HQ Location
Austin, TX
Twitter
@GlassWire
9,211 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
3 employees on LinkedIn®
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    Connecting and protecting distributed enterprises and government agencies is more important than ever before. Defending your people and critical assets starts at the new edge. Forcepoint Next-Gen Fi

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 40% Mid-Market
    • 31% Small-Business
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  • Forcepoint Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Control
    1
    Performance Speed
    1
    Threat Protection
    1
    Cons
    Complex Configuration
    1
    Expertise Required
    1
    Limited Customization
    1
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  • Forcepoint Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.7
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.8
    8.6
    Availability
    Average: 9.0
    8.5
    Intrusion Prevention
    Average: 8.9
    8.6
    Continuous Analysis
    Average: 8.7
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    Year Founded
    1994
    HQ Location
    Austin, TX
    Twitter
    @Forcepointsec
    65,640 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,679 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
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Connecting and protecting distributed enterprises and government agencies is more important than ever before. Defending your people and critical assets starts at the new edge. Forcepoint Next-Gen Fi

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 40% Mid-Market
  • 31% Small-Business
Forcepoint Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Control
1
Performance Speed
1
Threat Protection
1
Cons
Complex Configuration
1
Expertise Required
1
Limited Customization
1
Forcepoint Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.8
8.6
Availability
Average: 9.0
8.5
Intrusion Prevention
Average: 8.9
8.6
Continuous Analysis
Average: 8.7
Seller Details
Year Founded
1994
HQ Location
Austin, TX
Twitter
@Forcepointsec
65,640 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,679 employees on LinkedIn®