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Compare GlassWire Firewall and Sophos Firewall

At a Glance
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall
Star Rating
(50)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$35.88 1 Endpoint Per Year
Learn more about GlassWire Firewall
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall
Star Rating
(609)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (61.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about Sophos Firewall
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Sophos Firewall excels in providing a comprehensive security solution, with users appreciating its advanced threat protection capabilities. Many highlight how it integrates various security features like virus protection and phishing detection into a single, user-friendly console.
  • Users say that GlassWire Firewall stands out for its intuitive interface and ease of use, particularly for monitoring network activity. Reviewers enjoy the visual representation of data usage, which allows them to quickly identify which applications are consuming bandwidth.
  • According to verified reviews, Sophos Firewall has a significantly higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its strong market presence and reliability. Users frequently mention the intuitive management of policies and security rules as a key benefit, making it a preferred choice for mid-market businesses.
  • Reviewers mention that while GlassWire Firewall is user-friendly, it may not offer the same depth of security features as Sophos. Users appreciate its ability to monitor data usage but express a desire for more robust intrusion prevention capabilities.
  • Users highlight that Sophos Firewall's implementation process is smooth, with many praising the intuitive onboarding wizard that simplifies setup. This contrasts with GlassWire, where some users feel that while setup is straightforward, it lacks the comprehensive features needed for larger networks.
  • G2 reviewers note that both products have similar ratings for ease of use, but Sophos Firewall edges out with its overall support quality. Users commend the responsive customer service and the ongoing updates that enhance the product's functionality, while GlassWire users have reported mixed experiences with support.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Premium
$35.88
1 Endpoint Per Year
Learn more about GlassWire Firewall
Sophos Firewall
No pricing available
Free Trial
GlassWire Firewall
No trial information available
Sophos Firewall
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
43
9.2
511
Ease of Use
9.1
43
9.2
516
Ease of Setup
9.4
19
9.1
484
Ease of Admin
8.7
17
9.2
442
Quality of Support
8.6
31
9.0
501
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
18
9.2
436
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
43
9.5
502
Features by Category
8.6
24
8.9
516
Administration
7.9
15
9.2
478
8.6
19
8.7
480
Feature Not Available
9.1
466
8.2
13
9.1
468
Agentic AI - Firewall Software
Not enough data
8.2
33
Not enough data
8.9
33
Functionality
Feature Not Available
9.2
462
Feature Not Available
9.1
452
Feature Not Available
9.2
471
Feature Not Available
9.3
461
Monitoring
Feature Not Available
9.0
445
9.6
22
9.0
459
8.5
20
9.2
465
8.8
21
9.2
463
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.1
263
Artificial Intelligence - Firewall
Not enough data
7.9
164
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall
GlassWire Firewall and Sophos Firewall are categorized as Firewall Software
Unique Categories
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall has no unique categories
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
69.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.1%
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
21.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
61.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
17.0%
Reviewers' Industry
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall
Information Technology and Services
12.2%
Computer & Network Security
12.2%
Management Consulting
6.1%
Insurance
6.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
6.1%
Other
57.1%
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall
Information Technology and Services
14.8%
Computer & Network Security
9.0%
Manufacturing
4.4%
Higher Education
3.5%
Financial Services
3.2%
Other
65.0%
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Discussions
GlassWire Firewall
GlassWire Firewall Discussions
Why don't you guys advertisement this software?
1 Comment
JH
We do advertise GlassWire, but mainly to US audiences at this time. We are based in Austin, Texas USA. Perhaps it's because you are outside the US and...Read more
Can I integrate multiple buissness account in one glasswire account?
1 Comment
JH
GlassWire uses a smart system for activation code management. If you use our software normally there should be no issues, but if you do have an issue email...Read more
What have you found to be the best software to integrate with GlassWire to give a rounded out network protection? Can I use for automatic submission of suspicious software?
1 Comment
JH
If you go to GlassWire's settings to turn on the VirusTotal API to analyze apps for malware. It's a free service for all GlassWire users. ...Read more
Sophos Firewall
Sophos Firewall Discussions
Is Sophos XG free?
3 Comments
MP
They do have a home edition that is free for non commerical use. Excellent for learning and to get a fully featured firewall for home.Read more
Is Sophos firewall good?
3 Comments
AMAR M.
AM
Yes Sophos is one of the best firewall I the market. I will recommend my friends & family. It's the most trust worthy cybersecurity product in the market Read more
What is Sophos Firewall used for?
3 Comments
Shanmugasundaram P.
SP
Sophos firewall is used to have the control over the users in the organizations to restrict certain contents or protect from certain malicious activities....Read more