WatchGuard Security Appliances and Ease of Use.
October 31, 2025
WatchGuard Security Appliances and Ease of Use.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Modules Used
- WatchGuard Network Security
- WatchGuard AuthPoint
- WatchGuard Endpoint Security
- WatchGuard Secure Wi-Fi
Overall Satisfaction with WatchGuard Network Security
We use it for VPN access to the network, and we also use AuthPoint from WatchGuard as 2 Step Authentication for the VPN access. I have multiple WatchGuard Firewalls at many clients. The above is at 1 of my law firms, but most, if not all, clients use VPN to access their network remotely.
Pros
- VPN
- Blocking unwanted and malicious attacks.
- Keeping network segments (VLANs) separate but allowing traffic between them if needed.
Cons
- An easier way to view network traffic and being able to search for specific IP addresses.
- The relatively low cost to purchase for small companies.
- The ability to purchase more or less features that the WatchGuard allows (traffic Antivirus, Blocking sites by reputation, etc..)
- Works in every situation for different clients, no matter how large or small they are.
- WatchGuard Tech Support is very helpful and responds quickly.
I did. Blue Alley is the partner I went with and still use.
I use the WatchGuard Cloud to maintain licenses and the age of the devices I have. It is ALSO the location where AuthPoint is managed and maintained, and easily managed from anywhere.
As stated in the previous question, it allows me to keep up with the age of my firewalls and their licenses. Also allows me to manage AuthPoint very efficiently.
WatchGuard is what I use exclusively now. I have removed all other firewalls. WatchGuard is easier to maintain and easier to set up, PLUS WatchGuard Tech Support is very responsive and helpful. I am very familiar with both the System Management software and the Web-based access to the firewalls, and feel comfortable with the programming and troubleshooting in both areas.
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
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