We use BIG-IP to proxy external connections
February 13, 2024

We use BIG-IP to proxy external connections

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with F5 BIG-IP

We use F5 BIG-IP generally for load-balancing of applications. In the DMZ we use BIG-IP to proxy external connections as well. We are also planning to use other functionalities like Web Application Firewall but that is still in the pipeline.
  • load-balancing across servers
  • proxy
  • application delivery and visibility
  • F5 TMOS is seriously prone to bugs
  • CVEs are also a serious concern
  • Functionalities between tmos and UI are usually not at par
  • Increased productivity across teams
  • Application delivery and availability
  • Security

Do you think F5 BIG-IP delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with F5 BIG-IP's feature set?

Yes

Did F5 BIG-IP live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of F5 BIG-IP go as expected?

No

Would you buy F5 BIG-IP again?

Yes

F5 BIG-IP is probable the best in the context of pure load-balancing business. It does well as a proxy as well. But I would not trust it to take on full firewall responsibilities as the fully-fledged guys are doing