Overall deployment
Updated October 19, 2022
Overall deployment
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with WatchGuard Network Security
WatchGuard Network Security is being used in my entire network: 2 datacenters and 10 ROBO. Each site has a cluster and all traffic is forwarded by SDWAN to the Headquarter.
- High performance.
- SD-WAN at low cost.
- Enterprise class firewall.
- L7 Firewall.
- Firecluster Monitor.
- Web interface + software.
- Reduce cost.
- Increase security.
- Too much upgrade.
No. We are not using a provider.
We always bought with a backup cluster because we want high availability in all sites. It's not too [expensive] and you just add an appliance with zero configuration.
Several years ago we were searching a solution for a medium company target, with all security features and not too expensive.
After several years we renewed the solutions with new appliances.
After several years we renewed the solutions with new appliances.
Do you think WatchGuard Network Security delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with WatchGuard Network Security's feature set?
Yes
Did WatchGuard Network Security live up to sales and marketing promises?
I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process
Did implementation of WatchGuard Network Security go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy WatchGuard Network Security again?
Yes
WatchGuard Network Security Feature Ratings
Using WatchGuard Network Security
2 - IT Support
2 - IT Technician with these skills:
- l7 ISO\OSI
- Networking
- Security
- l7 ISO\OSI
- Networking
- Security
- Traffic inside\outside company
- SDWAN to connect remote workers
- Security Loggin with Dimension
- Access Portal to collect many APP in a single webpage
- SDWAN connection to the HQ
- Many VPN client protocols are supported
Evaluating WatchGuard Network Security and Competitors
- Price
- Product Features
- Product Reputation
Product Features
Watchguard has got all advanced features as a NGFW (SD-WAN, Application Control, DNS Watch) in all appliance (Small, Medium, Large)
In our network we are using all features from T20\T40 up to M400
Watchguard has got all advanced features as a NGFW (SD-WAN, Application Control, DNS Watch) in all appliance (Small, Medium, Large)
In our network we are using all features from T20\T40 up to M400
i would look for something that has a global interface to manage all my devices
WatchGuard Network Security Implementation
- Implemented in-house
- Third-party professional services
T.T. Tecnosistemi srl for the HQ with the XTM330. Then we upgraded the infrastructure independently
Yes - First of all we set-up the HQ using a cluster. Then we interconnect all sites with T35\T20\T40 appliances.
One year ago we enabled SDWAN feature to save cost on ISP connections and use all connections togheter
One year ago we enabled SDWAN feature to save cost on ISP connections and use all connections togheter
- Find the right Network design because Watchguard added features during the implementation
WatchGuard Network Security Support
We have Total Security bundle for the HQ and the Standard support for the remote sites.
We want a fast support (and it's integrate into Total Security Service) to solve our issue but we are using a cluster infrastructure in all sites so we don't need fast replacement for all sites
We want a fast support (and it's integrate into Total Security Service) to solve our issue but we are using a cluster infrastructure in all sites so we don't need fast replacement for all sites
Yes - Yes
there was a bug in an old OS version and support told us to do a simple update because the cause was known and would be fixed with a minor update.
There was no impact in the infrastructure but the support was available to monitor the upgrade togheter.
there was a bug in an old OS version and support told us to do a simple update because the cause was known and would be fixed with a minor update.
There was no impact in the infrastructure but the support was available to monitor the upgrade togheter.
we had an issue to understand the dynamic routing between two sites. An Italian support representative called me via webmeeting and described me the logical function of the feature. Then we configured our appliances in the right way and we tested if everything was ok
Like an IT consultant!
Like an IT consultant!
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Quick Resolution Good followup Knowledgeable team Kept well informed No escalation required Immediate help available Support understands my problem Support cares about my success Quick Initial Response | None |
Using WatchGuard Network Security
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Like to use Relatively simple Easy to use Well integrated Quick to learn Convenient Feel confident using Familiar | None |
- Create Rules
- Monitor the activities
- Too many difference between client SW and WEB
- There is not commit function on the web
Upgrading WatchGuard Network Security
Yes - When you upgrade Watchguard product you have no downtime due to cluster configuration
Anyway I upgrade my products only via WSM because the process via WebUI is not the same and it's not stable as WSM
Anyway I upgrade my products only via WSM because the process via WebUI is not the same and it's not stable as WSM
- New features
- More integrations
- Unified interface (via Web UI is preferred)
Yes - I changed my ROBO edition because I don't need all features