Business Security Software

The local web admin console can get a bit sluggish when you're parching through deep packet inspection logs or modifying heavy firewall rules during peak traffic hours the UI spins for a second or two too long through to be fair, they've optimized the backend speed quite a bit in the recent v20 firmware updates so its's getting better.

Also troubleshooting complex policy inheritance can turn into a minor headache forcing you to dig through the log viewer in a separate pop-upwindow. it feels a bit clunky at first but once you get used to the search syntax and filters within the log viewer you can usually track down the conflicting rule pretty fast we also viewer you can usually track down the conflicting rule pretty fast. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We replaced a fragmented mess of standalone firewalls and unmanaged edge device across our locations. Sophos completely solved our visibility problem.

the biggest benefit is having a single, unified plane of glass is the cloud to push network policies manage we interface filtering, and handle SD-WAN routing without needing a massive team to oversee it. It has given us way tighter control overshadow IT and unauthorized VPNs or torrenting on the corporate network because the Xstream DPI engine actually categorizes evasive apps by their behavior rather than just guessing by the port number it makes life easier IT team because we aren't chasing ghosts the logs tell us exactly who what and where a threat is origination. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The more that firewall policies increase in number, the more difficult their management will become. It is necessary to perform careful validations when making changes to such rules since their order and inspection modes will determine whether or not traffic will be treated correctly by firewalls.

Finally, I recall dealing with issues involving legitimate traffic whose treatment changed upon modifications made to the policies. It is hard to predict how such policies will interact if they are managed by several people from various departments.

Additionally, it can be problematic to maintain clean policies in the long run if their regular checks are neglected. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The use of NGFWs allowed for greater scrutiny based on traffic characteristics rather than the older method where traffic filtering was mainly based on port-based firewalls that had little insight into how applications were behaving. Any troubleshooting related to traffic access problems would involve collecting information from various systems.

Using Check Point’s NGFWs allowed for more efficient traffic inspection and policy management. This resulted in a higher level of scrutiny of traffic and better environment isolation. It also minimized the time needed to look into any suspicious traffic. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One downside is that advanced configuration options are limited. If you want very deep or custom networking rules, it may feel restrictive. Pricing can feel a bit high for small teams, especially when compared to basic VPN tools. Some features require time to fully understand, especially if the team is new to zero trust concepts. The product works very well, but debugging rate connection issues can still take time. Another small drawback is that logs and advanced analytics could be more detailed for deeper troubleshooting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

NordLayer solves the problem of secure access for modern, distributed teams. Traditional VPNs were built for offices, not for remote-first teams and cloud systems. The biggest benefit is simplicity with security. I don't need to design complex network rules or manage VPN servers. NodeLayer handles most of that for me. It helps reduce security risks by limiting access based on roles and identity. Even if credentials are compromised, access is still controlled and limited. From a backend and operations point of view, the NoderLayer keeps internal services private. APIs, admin panels, and databases don't need public exposure. Another major benefit is easy onboarding and offboarding. New team members can get access in minutes, and leaving users can be removed instantly. It supports remote work very well. Team members can securely access systems from anywhere without complicated setup. NordLayer also helps with compliance and audits. Centralized access control and visibility make reviews much easier. It reduces operational overhead. No need to manage VPN infrastructure, patch servers, or rotate certificates manually. Another benefit is consistency. Access behavior stays the same across locations, devices, and teams, which avoids confusion. It improves incident response. If something looks risky, access can be restricted or revoked immediately. Norlayer also supports scaling without pain. As teams or systems grow, security doesn't become harder to manage. It helps reduce developer friction. As a backend developer, I don't have to constantly think about IP whitelisting or temporary access rules. Things just work once access is given. NordeLayer makes environment separation safer. Access to staging, production, and internal tools can be clearly separated, which reduces the chance of human mistakes. It works well with cloud-based systems. Whether services are on AWS, GCP, or internal servers, NORDLayer fits naturally into a cloud-first setup. The platform encourages better security habits without forcing strict or painful workflows on the team. It reduces the need for shared credentials. Each user has their own controlled access, which is safer and easier to track. The setup feels future-proof. As security needs to change, NordLayer already follows modern best practices like identity-based access. It gives peace of mind during external access scenarios, such as vendors or short-term collaborators, because access can be limited and time-bound. It saves time during onboarding and offboarding. When someone joins or leaves the team, access can be added or removed quickly, touching multiple systems. It lowers the risk of accidental exposure. even if someone's device is compromised. Access is still controlled through identity and policies. The dashboard makes it easy to understand who has access to what without digging through configs or documentation. It works quietly in the background. Once set up, developers don't need to think about it daily, which is ideal when focusing on backend work. It helps teams stay audit-ready. Access logs and user activity are available when needed, without extra tooling or manual tracking. It reduces dependency on the office network. Team members can work securely from anywhere without needing a fixed IP or VPN setup. It helps avoid misconfigurations by providing a clear default, which is useful when setting things up quickly. It gives peace of mind during deployments because access rules are already in place and don't need last-minute changes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Being in an environment that has mobile users bringing their own devices and using public wifi the pay per device model is difficult to stomach. Over 150 of our licenses are just user's cell phones. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tunneling, traffic shaping, and more. It is like an eye in the sky. The dashboard on our parter portal allows us to see all of our appliances at once and manage from afar. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We see that integrations with other platforms are in beta testing at the time and will be available very soon, but we are missing (do not see it as being tested yet) and would benefit from an integration with the Microsoft 365 platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The WatchGuard Network Security components (Firebox Firewalls, Endpoint Security and Authpoint) are our main solution for keeping our company safe from all the security threats out there. Having an all-in-one solution for that is helping us save both time in maintaining the plaform (compared to maintaining multiple platforms) and money as purchasing several different solutions would cost much more. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing special. Actually, I'm very satisfied with GassWire. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

So basically, I use GlassWire to monitor my network usage. I have limited internet connection. So I need to manage my data package for the entire month. By using GlassWire, I can get an overall idea about which apps on my laptop use more data and, according to that, adjust their usage. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I dislike most about check point cloud firewall is that the setup is little bit complicated at first, so new users need more time to get familiar with product and also requires guidance for new users to understand the features of it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The check point cloud firewall helps us to protect cloud environment from attack and also prevent from unauthorized access from the internet. It helps us to improve network security in our cloud environment and also gives visibility of network and easy policy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find the initial setup and advanced configuration complex for new users. Some advanced features require additional licenses, which can be pricey. Additionally, troubleshooting can be time-consuming, and I think Fortinet could improve by simplifying advanced configurations, providing clearer error messages and documentation, and offering more flexible licensing options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use FortiGate-VM NGFW to secure enterprise networks, protect against cyber threats, and manage virtual environments. It centralizes visibility and management, controls traffic between segments, and its firewall and filtering features block threats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nothing. I mean they could cost less, but you get what you pay for at the end of the day and when you are protecting a company from people doing things they shouldn't have to do, cost starts to become not as relevant. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is securing internet access for our whole agency. We use small firewalls at small facilities to build VPN tunnels back to the main facility. The original problem it solved was an inherent ACL in a Cisco ASA that I needed around for a specific purpose and Cisco was unwilling to do anything to make it work. Barracuda, I could do it out of the box... and that was the old X series firewalls. The cloudgens are light years ahead of them when they stopped making the X's. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One drawback of Zscaler Internet Access is that troubleshooting can be challenging because traffic is inspected and routed through the cloud, making it harder to quickly identify the root cause of connectivity issues. SSL inspection may also cause compatibility issues with some applications if not configured properly. Additionally, creating and managing complex policies requires a good understanding of the platform, and policy changes can sometimes take time to validate and test. Overall, these are manageable with proper planning and administration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Zscaler Internet Access solves the challenge of securing internet access for users regardless of their location. It replaces traditional perimeter-based security with a Zero Trust model, protecting users from malware, phishing, and unauthorized access while enforcing consistent security policies. For me, it simplifies security management, improves visibility into internet traffic, reduces reliance on VPNs, and helps resolve issues faster through centralized monitoring and detailed logs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Don’t have a lot there very happy but if there would be one thing maybe the navigation within the platform and perhaps their messaging in the newsletters etc, it’s very advanced maybe especially for people new to websites, marketing and digital Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I find setting up Google Analytics and Tag Manager with Cloudflare One (SASE) easy, providing real-time data effortlessly. Integrations and domain purchasing are simple. They offer a good free version, making it accessible. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Occasionally, alerts may require manual review to determine their real impact, which can add extra steps to the workflow.

That said, these limitations are relatively minor and can usually be managed with proper configuration and familiarity with the platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It helps me stay protected from malware, viruses, and suspicious files without having to think about it all the time. I don’t need to constantly check settings or worry if my computer is exposed, because it runs in the background and does its job.

Overall, it helps me avoid infections and interruptions, so I can focus on what I’m doing instead of worrying about security. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I'm not happy with the complexity involved when using Azure Firewall, especially when migrating. Also, there should be a feature to check if an app is blocked, and this should include a mailing mechanism. It would be better if there were no profile view, and it needs better integration with Outlook's backend. The initial setup wasn't very easy, requiring our team leaders to handle the integration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Azure Firewall to block unwanted IPs and enable access to specific IPs. It's easy to integrate with our environment and more user-friendly than other solutions, which is beneficial for us. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We have been running these firewalls across 14 branch offices with around 180 employees and they have been reliable during product launches and high traffic campaigns. The only thing I'd like to see improved is Panorama's policy commit process when several firewall changes are queued commits can take a few extra minutes before every device is updated. It hasn't caused any outages for us but we usually schedule larger policy updates outside business hours. Aside from that performance, threat prevention and stability have been consistently strong. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Before deploying Palo Alto Networks Next Generation Firewalls we occasionally dealt with suspicious traffic hitting our WordPress site and had limited visibility into which applications were using network bandwidth. We manage marketing for a 120 employee B2B SaaS company and after moving to Panorama with App ID and ML powered Inline Threat Prevention we could identify unnecessary applications, tighten security policies and keep campaign landing pages available even during heavy traffic. The interface makes it easy to compare logs and policy changes and the integrations with Microsoft Entra ID, Splunk and AWS fit into our existing environment without extra manual work. This has reduced unexpected website interruptions during launches and given us more confidence when running large campaigns. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The quality of the support team is not good, and not providing the support on time and making too long to support.

It is tough to export the logs and reports and not user-friendly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Everyone should use this product so make our data safe. Firewall will help us in many ways like vpn,load balancing, content filtration, Ip filtration, logs and reports. So we have many features in buying the firewall so choose the best products like Huawei. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We got more problems before using this firewall. We need to balance the load manually, and that makes us very hard. We were allowing all our employees to use all websites and that is not fair. So these are the reasons to switch to a firewall. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial deployment can be complex, especially when scaling across multiple virtual networks. Fine-tuning policies and integrating with other monitoring tools took longer than expected, requiring extra training for the team. Pricing can become significant as the number of virtual instances grows. While the firewall is powerful, the documentation could be more user-friendly for first-time administrators. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The VM-Series Virtual Firewall has helped us centralize security across multiple virtualized environments, including cloud and on-premises workloads. Before using it, managing separate firewalls for each instance created inefficiencies and increased the risk of misconfigurations. Now we can enforce consistent policies, detect threats faster, and reduce manual monitoring. This has improved our incident response times and overall confidence in network security. However, setting up complex policies and integrating with existing monitoring tools still requires extra effort, and scaling the solution can increase costs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is one of the best Security appliance for small to big

so nothing dislike about this product Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It helps protect our network from cyber threats, malware, and unauthorized access while ensuring secure remote connectivity. This gives us peace of mind and keeps our business operations running smoothly without security concerns. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The dislike about Juniper firewall is its web interface is less intuitive and I prefer to use CLI Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The problem that Juniper Firewall solving for me is creation of security rule that helps in controlling the network traffic Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some of the hardware appliances seem underpowered. The lower end appliances are slow to apply updates, don't have enough memory for some of the packages, and are just overall sluggish when navigating the GUI. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Netgate pfSense offers better update cycles with fewer patch releases, is easy to configure, and provides great tech support. The High Availability works well, allowing updates during business hours without downtime and ensuring VPN accessibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The initial setup is time taking and it will require some time for you to get the whole idea about it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

We are having an Azure cloud infrastructure and we are using fortigate as the firewall also the same is used as the vpn to connect from on premise to cloud. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.