Item: WatchGuard Network Security
Rating: 10
Author: Verified User

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use many WatchGuard products for our business and clients including network firewalls. We and our clients need to be able to comply with various regulations and best practices and WatchGuard network security products help us do that. The value of the hardware and features is comparable to the top brands.

Pros and Cons

Protects the network using the latest technologies
Helps with regulation compliance
Easy to use management and diagnostic tools

Better pricing and discounts for non-profits or academic users
Offer customizable integration with RMM tools
Add more information to DNSWatch for user education

Return on Investment

Positive ROI for us and clients
Easy to use tools
Onsite contacts are quick to learn management offloading work

WatchGuard Network Security Partner

We are a WatchGuard partner and are very happy with the partner program. We are given the tools and resources to succeed. Anytime we need support they are fast to react with good solutions. This allows us to provide additional discounts to clients. The portal is easy to use and full featured.

Implementation Rating

We are very satisfied with the implementation. The deployment tools are easy to use and managing is a breeze. Training onsite IT contacts is easy to keep total investment of time low. We are happy with the management tool suite and find it easier to use especially policy center. It allows to see all rules and details from a single pane rather than fumbling through different configs.

WatchGuard Network Security Packaging and Licensing

Clients prefer one price and additional add-ons can be confusing. The Total Security suite is the best option to get all the tools for one price and one renewal date. This has simplified how we sell and how clients budget for this expense. The less options to choose from the better.

Alternatives Considered

Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls - PA Series and FortiClient

We find WatchGuard Network Security easier to use than other network firewalls. The time to train a new technician is small compared to other solutions. The training materials and helpful and free with an option to take a low cost certification test.

Other Software Used

Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365), ConnectWise Manage, Microsoft Teams

Key Insights

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?

Yes

Did implementation of WatchGuard Network Security go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy WatchGuard Network Security again?

Yes

Likelihood to Recommend

WatchGuard Network Security is a great choice for any type of environment from small shops, to multi-site corporations or manufacturing. The low cost of entry and ability to upgrade security tools fits into almost any budget. Functionality is continually improved via free updates. I would recommend this product to all clients.

WatchGuard Network Security is an easy yes for our clients

Overall Satisfaction with WatchGuard Network Security