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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Shift

    Score9.3 out of 10
    N/AThe Shift browser merges web apps into a single window, streamlining work online and providing access to thousands of apps without leaving the browser.

    $0

    per year per user

    Symantec Edge Secure Gateway

    Score4 out of 10
    N/ASymantec Secure Web Gateway (SWG) protects organizations across the web, social media, applications, and mobile networks. SWG acts as a proxy between users and the internet to identify malicious websites and payloads and to control access to sensitive content. SWG solutions consolidate a broad feature-set to authenticate users, filter web traffic, identify cloud application usage, provide data loss prevention, deliver threat prevention, and ensure visibility into encrypted traffic.N/A
    Pricing
    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Editions & Modules
    Free
    $0
    per year
    Advanced
    $199.99
    per year
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Community Pulse
    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Considered Both Products
    Shift
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    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    100%
    Would buy again
    98 Answers
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    Delivers good value for the price
    94%
    Delivers good value for the price
    91 Answers
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    Happy with the feature set
    99%
    Happy with the feature set
    97 Answers
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    100%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    96 Answers
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    Implementation went as expected
    100%
    Implementation went as expected
    97 Answers
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    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Small Businesses
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    Forcepoint SWG
    Score8 out of 10
    Enterprises
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    Skyhigh Secure Web Gateway
    Score8 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.3
    (98 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    7.9
    (6 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Usability
    8.7
    (81 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Availability
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Support Rating
    8.8
    (4 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    9.1
    (2 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Configurability
    6.4
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    7.3
    (1 ratings)
    -
    (0 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    ShiftSymantec Edge Secure Gateway
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Shift
    For me, Shift works best as a dedicated app switcher, not a browser replacement. I keep it open on my second screen as a quick-reference hub for my most-used tools and email accounts. One glance shows me unread counts across every inbox, and I can jump straight into whatever I need without digging through browser tabs.
    The separation is a big part of why it works well for me. My browser stays my browser, and Shift stays my app space. Both feel cleaner and faster to navigate that way. Everything is right there, clear and icon-based, and being able to turn badges on or off per app means I only see what actually needs my attention.
    I tried the newer Shift browser and it felt too busy, and it lost the separation I liked in the first place.
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    Broadcom
    • In our organization, Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) is our primary and second line of defense facing the internet
    • It is positioned behind in conjunction with an intrusion protection service.
    • Before using this concept of defense, our Internet firewalls were continuously being overworked and saturated, slowing down traffic as a result.
    • It is not an option any more not to have Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) in our infrastructure.
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    Pros
    Shift
    • Consolidation of accounts. Keeps everything tidy without having to search for browser tabs.
    • Ability to add an array of apps outside of email. You can build out workspaces to keep work further organised into logical units.
    • Being able to import accounts and passwords from Google Chrome makes for an easy setup/adoption.
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    Broadcom
    • In conjunction with Active Directory, we can allow or deny access to the internet very quickly. We can also determine the level of access to the internet.
    • To satisfy our executive requirements, we can provide regular reports on internet usage.
    • Malicious protection Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) provides beyond our expectations.
    • It is our first level of defense, thus allowing us to reduce our investment in internal security systems.
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    Cons
    Shift
    • The browser doesn't always work. Some websites refuse to load, and others time out too quickly. It is not as strong or robust a web browser as Chrome.
    • Unread counts are not always accurate.
    • I wish I could set up Google Suite products as separate workspaces.
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    Broadcom
    • On occasion, content analysis needs some tweaking. Specifically, when huge files our downloaded.
    • For our organization using cloud-based applications and services is very discouraged.
    • However, the universe seems to be trending towards cloud-based offerings.
    • It may be reassuring if Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) could enhance protection in dealing with cloud services, particularly in protecting data.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Shift
    Shift has significantly streamlined your daily operations by bringing together all your tools, accounts, and workflows into one platform. This has reduced context-switching and improved overall productivity across Bamboo Orchard’s Innovation Studio and Venture Studio operations.The ability to create custom workspaces tailored to different projects, clients, and teams ensures that each aspect of your business is optimized for performance. This flexibility supports the unique, bespoke solutions Bamboo Orchard is known for delivering. Shift has enhanced collaboration by integrating communication tools like Slack, Zoom, and email with task management platforms. This has allowed teams to work together seamlessly, even in remote or hybrid environments. By eliminating the need for constant tab-switching and manual management of accounts, Shift has saved considerable time and effort for the team, allowing you to focus more on strategic innovation and client support. Shift’s functionality aligns perfectly with Bamboo Orchard’s mission to deliver bold, transformative innovation and tailored solutions. It supports your ability to execute efficiently and maintain focus on reshaping industries for your clients.
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    Broadcom
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    Usability
    Shift
    Setting up Shift is very simple and highly intuitive, making it easy to use. Once you set up the accounts and program integrations, you can easily click on precisely what you need, requiring barely any thought or effort. It feels truly seamless and straightforward to use. I have no issues with use, and I use it every day.
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    Broadcom
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    Reliability and Availability
    Shift
    Its basically been great. In 3 years I had one issue of repeated crashes which was fixed with a version change and an issue where slack wouldn't load after a slack update but that fixed within a few weeks
    Incentivized
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    Broadcom
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    Performance
    Shift
    Its pretty performant on my GPU based laptop as it can use the hardware to accelerate processing. However it is memory hungry. If I had a normal amount of RAM on my laptop I wouldn't imagine it would be a little slower
    Incentivized
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    Broadcom
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    Support Rating
    Shift
    I have only had to use their support a couple of times, but was able to get an answer and things resolved within a couple of hours. There was no issue with contacting them, received responses and updates in a timely manner and they were able to resolve the small issues we had. It was a pleasure to work with them
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    Broadcom
    • We have submitted support request to Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG). In all cases, responses have been timely, and very comprehensive.
    • The support staff is very knowledgeable and does not hesitate to involve expert resources as required.
    • We have never had an unsolved case with Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG).
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    Implementation Rating
    Shift
    I was completely satisfied with the implementation of Shift, rating it a 10. The process was straightforward and required minimal effort to get started. Key insights include the importance of pre-configuring the app with essential tools and accounts for the team to ensure a smooth transition. Shift’s intuitive setup and integration process allowed us to onboard quickly without disrupting workflows. Additionally, its user-friendly design made it easy for team members to adapt without extensive training.
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    Broadcom
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    Alternatives Considered
    Shift
    I came from using a similar app called MailPlane, some of you older users might remember this app. It had a similar function to connect Gmail accounts so that I could use Gmail like a regular app. This app reached end of life and the developers no longer decided to keep the app active. I was then back into the market in search of a comparable app and my searched led me to fine Shift. I'm absolutely glad I did! 4 years later and I'm still using Shift. It was 2021 when MailPlane stopped selling licenses. If I remember correctly I switched to Shift around this time or possible before. All I know is I switched and never looked back and was extremely happy to find Shift.
    Incentivized
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    Broadcom
    • Trend Micro IPS combined with Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) is a winning formula for our organization
    • Palo Alto next-generation Firewall. Could not handle the load and protection level that we have today.
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    Scalability
    Shift
    All our departments use this product and its very effective at keeping us organised on a client by client basis
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    Broadcom
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    Return on Investment
    Shift
    • Keeping all my inboxes in one place so I can easily shift between them 1000% increases my productivity
    • reducing the number of browser and application tabs helps keep my computer running quicker.
    • I can easily see the number of emails in each inbox and prioritize accordingly throughout the day.
    Incentivized
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    Broadcom
    • With the advent of the Symantec ProxySG and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG), we have reduced by 95% the number of internal security incidents and events.
    • As a result, we have reduced the effort and cost of investigating security incidents.
    • Knock on wood, as a result, and we have never had any data or security breaches.
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