Forcepoint Data Security Cloud vs. Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Forcepoint Data Security Cloud
Score 8.4 out of 10
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Forcepoint Data Security Cloud is a unified, cloud-delivered platform that combines visibility, control, and threat protection across all channels including endpoints, web, cloud apps, email, and private applications.N/A
Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway
Score 8.5 out of 10
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Symantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway (formerly Web Security Service) is a line of defense against modern-day cyber threats. A critical capability of Symantec SSE, it enables enterprises to control access, protects users from threats, and secures their sensitive data.N/A
Pricing
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Free Trial
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Free/Freemium Version
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Premium Consulting/Integration Services
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Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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Community Pulse
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Considered Both Products
Forcepoint Data Security Cloud
Chose Forcepoint Data Security Cloud
There are a few key reasons why we selected Forcepoint ONE over the other options:

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Best Alternatives
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Small Businesses

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Medium-sized Companies
Cisco Umbrella
Cisco Umbrella
Score 8.8 out of 10
Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
Score 9.2 out of 10
Enterprises
Cisco Umbrella
Cisco Umbrella
Score 8.8 out of 10
Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
Score 9.2 out of 10
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User Ratings
Forcepoint Data Security CloudSymantec Cloud Secure Web Gateway
Likelihood to Recommend
8.6
(3 ratings)
8.5
(3 ratings)
Support Rating
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5.0
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User Testimonials
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Likelihood to Recommend
Forcepoint
It is very much suited for organizations that have a great consideration of protecting their data/assets. It is an expensive solution. Hence SMB segments require to find out something which can be similar to achive this. However, there are very few players in the market who has single pane configuration pane, which is one of the key benefits of Forcepoint ONE.
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Broadcom
Symantec Web Security Service monitors and filters network traffic to protect web servers from cyberattacks. Its single dashboard view, excellent UI/UX, and easy DLP integration make it a market leader. Excellent sandboxing for safe browsing in restricted IT networks. Threat categorization and stateful SSL description of web traffic to identify dynamic threat vectors. However, alerts and notifications only work quickly when large-scale DDoS attacks happen.
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Pros
Forcepoint
  • Forcepoint ONE is particularly effective at identifying and blocking sophisticated threats, including those that attempt to evade detection by traditional security solutions.
  • The platform uses a combination of advanced analytics and human expertise to constantly monitor activity on networks and identify anomalies that may indicate an attempted attack that is why Forcepoint ONE can quickly block threats and prevent them from causing damage.
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Broadcom
  • Complete web protection.
  • Easy to setup.
  • Great reputation and credibility.
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Cons
Forcepoint
  • There is no need for improvement in the solution. The solution is built with all the required features and capabilities that are required for a security service edge solution.
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Broadcom
  • Advanced and targeted attacks
  • Policy granularity
  • better support
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Support Rating
Forcepoint
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Broadcom
The support has become average ever since broadcom acquisition and they moving to GCP. There is no focus of existing customers as the presale do not exist
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Alternatives Considered
Forcepoint
Ease of use Microsoft Defender was a great product, but it looked like it is too risky to have only one vendor for all our needs. Fortinet has a lot of improvements to make to consider in the enterprise segment.
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Broadcom
Symantec Web Security Service is a powerful tool for moderating website traffic and protecting user data. Easy DLP integration makes it a market leader, and it works with Symantec DLP and EDR to protect remote users' browsing activity. Threat categorization and stateful SSL description of web traffic to identify dynamic threat vectors. Unified threat dashboard with seamless alerting. So compared to other solutions, it is standout.
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Return on Investment
Forcepoint
  • There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the impact of Forcepoint ONE on a business's overall objectives will vary depending on the specific goals and objectives of that particular business.
  • However, in general, businesses that have implemented Forcepoint ONE have seen a positive impact on their overall objectives, with many reporting increased productivity, improved security, and reduced costs.
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Broadcom
  • Slightly on the costlier side.
  • Less risk of security lapse.
  • Extensive protection against web attacks.
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