I'm quite pleased with how Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) got inside the Next Generation domain. I appreciate the different malware analysis, rules, and protection. It effectively establishes a baseline, allowing us to see if something is off. I also find it noteworthy that it built a note site. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Something doesn't work as well when it comes to large scale areas, especially if the service goes down, and we can't reach it. If there's a way to make the firewall say the state or have a sort of backup, that would be fantastic. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most about Check Point Next Generation Firewalls is how powerful and reliable they are. The SmartConsole interface becomes easy to use with time, and the threat prevention features are very effective. Having everything managed from one place helps us stay on top of security and respond quickly when needed. Since we started using it, our protection and efficiency have noticeably improved. It is a solid solution I would recommend to any organization looking for strong enterprise security. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the initial setup experience of Check Point Next Generation Firewalls to be quite challenging. There is a significant learning curve, especially for someone new to the platform. Familiarizing myself with the smart console and fine-tuning policies took some time. The setup can be complex, requiring the reading of various documents and understanding different gears, which I find complicated to follow step by step. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Check Point NGFWs perform reliably in cloud-heavy environments with stable VPC routing, segmentation, and HA behavior even as traffic scales, and that their threat engines remain very strong for inline inspection, TLS decryption, and custom signatures without killing performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The management interface feels weird and takes a lot of getting used to; simple things sometimes require CLI when competitors have it right in the GUI. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The best feature is the level of operation, starting at the IP layer give me more faith in its abilities over other firewall programs, plus its always nice to have a solid antimalware featureset Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The biggest down side of the Check point next generation firewalls is the pricing being very high, it has a nice UI but it does take alot of training to understand and have smooth crossplatform intergrations Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

You get enterprise grade protection without needing to be a cybersecurity guru to manage it.

The interface is intuitive, policies are easy to customize, and the threat prevention features like IPS and sandboxing actually feel proactive, not just reactive. I also appreciate how well it integrates with other security tools, making it easier to build a cohesive defense strategy. It’s one of those solutions that quietly does its job, letting you focus on everything else. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I dislike about Check Point NGFWs is that sometimes the learning curve can be steeper than expected. While the interface is clean, diving into advanced configurations or troubleshooting can feel overwhelming especially if you're not already familiar with their ecosystem. Licensing and feature bundles can also be a bit confusing at first; it’s not always clear what’s included or what requires an add on. And occasionally, support response times can vary depending on the issue. That said, once you get past the initial hurdles, the system is solid. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) blocks sophisticated zero-day malware, providing real-time protection without impacting business operations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the initial setup of Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) complex due to the two-tier architecture and rigid network topology dependencies. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Strong detection, prompt alerts and ability to monitor the bandwidth movement over the network. Rules for filtering the bandwidth are easy enough to make the most complex tasks manageable Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It gets complicated during configuration, especially when I’m trying to integrate it with other products. A more streamlined user guide would really help users get up to speed quickly and make the setup process clearer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the threat prevention engine of Check Point Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) to be particularly impressive due to its strength and accuracy, requiring minimal tuning on my part. This feature ensures that our network is consistently shielded from threats without the need for constant adjustments. I also appreciate the centralized management system, which significantly accelerates the process of making updates and policy changes, thereby streamlining our operations. The high availability setups are notably reliable, providing us with uninterrupted service. Furthermore, I enjoy how seamlessly the logs integrate with our SIEM, enhancing our ability to monitor and analyze security events effectively. The VPN performance remains steady, which is crucial for maintaining secure communication. Additionally, the granular rules offer the flexibility to tailor access controls to our specific needs without complicating the setup further, which is invaluable for managing our network's security efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I found that policy management can feel cumbersome, especially in larger environments. It seems that some of the advanced features require too many clicks to configure, which could be more streamlined. I would appreciate more automation in this area to make the process more efficient and less time-consuming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The AI enablement and the sheer speed at which data can pass through Check Point are amazing. With AI-driven cyber fraud on the rise, almost every online business requires more protection than ever before against bot attacks, ransomware, and similar threats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I have not used it first hand to talk about what I dislike. However, from what I have heard from some peers is that the integration part of things is a bit difficult to execute. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I deployed Check Point NGFW about two months ago after evaluating several enterprise firewall solutions. The platform delivers strong threat prevention capabilities that caught several sophisticated attacks during our testing phase Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Could be more user friendly, has a bit of a learning curve which is expected but the deployment flow could still be made easier/intuitive. Otherwise quite good Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.