It is used as firewall and endpoint protection for business systems, helping safeguard networks and data from cyber threats. Its role sits within Check Point’s broader security portfolio, which includes firewalls and endpoint protection.

What company sizes and industries is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business the best fit for?

The strongest fit in positively rated use is among small businesses and mid-market organizations, with experience spanning several industries.

Company sizes: Small businesses (50 or fewer employees) and mid-market organizations (51–1,000 employees).
Industries: Information technology and services, marketing and advertising, and publishing are among the more represented industries.

Is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business considered safe and secure for handling data?

It is used to protect endpoints and control network traffic, with users describing firewall protection, threat warnings, and defense against malware and ransomware. Confidence in its protection is not uniform: concerns include phishing coverage, noisy alerts, occasional false positives, and system slowdown, so buyers should verify that its protections match their specific needs.

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Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

11/20/2018

"ZoneAlarm Pro firewall"

5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

I have been using it for 12 years and at our office we use our Laptops and few desktops as well. We use it as a firewall so this keeps the viruses out, warns us when something is a potential threat. This is VERY important for us as we store vital information in our systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

Nothing. The pop ups can be irritating at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business:

We store extremely sensitive personal information on our computer, and again where it's just a regular computer so easy to get viruses and this works really well to prevent that from happening. It keeps our clients' personal information safe, which is necessary. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business solving and how is that benefiting you?

I have been using it for 12 years and it's a good product, very reasonable price. I know free software is great, but it's worth spending on this, especially if you'll be using this on a computer where you store personal information. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Consumer Services

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/26/2018

"It does what it says on the tin!"

5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

We don't have a very complicated computer system, it is essentially a regular laptop hooked up to a desktop monitor (small business in its early stages) so this keeps the viruses out, warns us when something is a potential threat. This is SO important for us as we store vital statistics info on here. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

Not much I dislike. Pop up warnings can be annoying but that's a necessary evil with a firewall. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business:

Worthwhile product, very reasonable price. I know free software is great, but it's worth spending a few dollars to cover all your bases, especially if you'll be using this on a computer where you store personal information. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business solving and how is that benefiting you?

We store extremely sensitive personal information on our computer, and again where it's just a regular computer it's SO easy to get viruses and this works really well to prevent that from happening. It keeps our clients' personal information safe, which is essential! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

aniket k.

just another dev

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/8/2019

"awesome firewall and easy setup"

5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

ease of use of the firewall and very secure for most incoming connections without any slowdown of the processor or many interruptions Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

does not work with the mac os operating system Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tab D.

Internet Marketing, Content Management, Multimedia Design

Publishing

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

7/17/2018

"Reliable Firewall Services From a Trusted Leader in the Industry"

5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

With its easy-to-understand at a glance user interface and feature rich services, Zone Alarm provides reliable services that compliment their antivirus product seamlessly so you can keep your computer safe from malware, bots, viruses, keyloggers, script injectors, and worms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

Unfortunately, the interface is a bit dated for an enterprise product. UX and navigation needs to be brought farther into the 21st Century, design-wise as at first glance it looks a bit unprofessional. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

2/18/2019

"Easy to use, user friendly, unsure about its effectiveness"

2/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

The UI was very nice to use. I can tell the design was well through out. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

I am unsure about its protection. How does it go above and beyond? Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Higher Education

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

11/20/2018

"Works like advertised!"

4/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

It works better than any other firewall we have used so far. A lot of the programs we use, are given false positives on other programs, but Zone Alarm doesn't have this problem. Keeps our computers safe from the real threats Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

Often we still get a lot of pop ups which can be slightly annoying, but better to have them then have viruses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business:

You won't be disappointed with this great firewall and its many features! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business solving and how is that benefiting you?

It keeps our databases safe which contain countless information, and it does this at a very reasonable price. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sylvain I.

Operations Lead

Medical Devices

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/20/2018

"CheckpointAnd was the best"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

I was the IT director of a law firm and checkpoint was our choice as a firewall and was the best product we ever had Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

It was a little complicated to manage so I needed help from specialists often Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Medical Devices

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

2/10/2019

"Nice product"

2.5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

Product provides granular control, some of the reports were good Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

User interface could be more intuitive and perhaps be simplified so all kinds of users can administer and use the product more effectively Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Andrew L.

Senior Field Services Technician

Food & Beverages

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

7/25/2018

"ZoneAlarm is one of the best Firewalls available"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

There is a free version which allows you to really test the software, and has all the features you need to be protected. The paid version is very affordable and includes updates and protection from viruses like WannaCry and other exploits. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

The application on older/slower computers is a bit heavy and runs slowly, but for newer computers or server installations it is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business:

There are lots of options, make sure this one implements well with other software and test it using the free trial first. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business solving and how is that benefiting you?

Keeping the servers/users safe and allowing monitoring of small groups. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Viken K.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/24/2018

"ZoneAlarm Firewall and Antivirus Program"

4/5

What do you like best about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

I really like the configurability of the software. I found that it gave me ample features, and the opportunity to easily suit my needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business?

I found the software to be overly cautious, and sometimes bogged my system down. It is definitely intended for more advanced users (basic knowledge can still use basic features), which is valuable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business:

I'm not sure why, but they made a move to a different solutions. Perhaps IT department preferred the functionalities of another tool in contrast to this one... Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Check Point ZoneAlarm for Business solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's security and safety. There's really not much more to the purpose. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.