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We performed a comparison between Sangfor NGAF and Zyxel Unified Security Gateway based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Firewalls solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Pros
"The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiGate is URL filtering.""It is very flexible to use.""The most valuable feature of this solution is the analytics.""The scalability of Fortinet FortiGate is good.""Web filtering and two-factor authentication are great features.""I think that the UTM features are the most value, as it truly protects my infrastructure.""The email protection and VPN features are the most valuable.""The solution is very, very easy to use."

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"The absolute best part of Sangfor NGAF is their support. It's a 24/7 support channel, and the last time I requested their assistance I got a reply within three minutes. They helped solve the problem immediately.""The most valuable feature of Sangfor NGAF is its integration.""SSL VPN is the best feature.""It offers application control features.""The product is very fast and reliable.""Technical support is very good.""The level of support provided to local companies is good. They transform their application control and other settings according to that country.""In terms of the most valuable features, the IPS report is quick and updated. Performance is also valuable."

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"This is a capable appliance and the standard features work well for us.""The most valuable features of the solution stem from web filtering, malware protection, and antivirus.""The solution can scale well."

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Cons
"The process of configuring firewall rules appears excessively complex.""The stability of Fortinet FortiGate could improve.""Scalability for Fortinet FortiGate needs to be improved. SD-WAN security for this solution also needs some improvement.""I would suggest that Fortinet add sandboxing to their solution.""It needs more available central management.""At first glance, the interface for the device is very confusing.""Technical support needs to be improved.""It would be nice if FortiGate incorporated some built-in endpoint protection features. I would also like a built-in SOC dashboard for managing multiple Fortinet firewalls."

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"The interface and user experience are horrible.""The tool is expensive.""The firewall system needs gradual improvements because there are more threats and challenges every day.""Our experience with its customer support was quite challenging.""Sangfor has recently increased their prices.""Sangfor could improve their interface capacity on the 5100 series model and upgrade their hardware from one gig to 10 gig. This would improve the overall throughput.""Sangfor NGAF could improve the policies and default criteria. They could be much better.""The GUI needs to be improved, lacks logic in some areas."

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"Sometimes it reboots when you least expect it, and that's the main issue.""Although manageable, the user interface is a little bit slow and could be improved.""The product has some scalability and data management issues where improvements are required."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Fortinet has one or two license types, and the VPN numbers are only limited by the hardware chassis make."
  • "These boxes are not that expensive compared to what they can do, their functionality, and the reporting you receive. Fortinet licensing is straightforward and less confusing compared to Cisco."
  • "Go for long term pricing negotiated at the time of purchase."
  • "Work through partners for the best pricing."
  • "The value is the capability of having multiple services with one unique license, not having the limitation per user licensing schema, like other vendors."
  • "Easy to understand licensing requirements."
  • "​We saved a bundle by not needing all the past appliances from an NGFW.​"
  • "The cost is too high... They have to focus on more features with less cost for the customer. If you see the market, where it's going, there are a lot of players offering more features for less cost."
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  • "It costs about 8 to 10 thousand dollars per year for 500 users, standard licensing fees included."
  • "Sangfor is cheaper than competing vendors."
  • "The price is unmatcheable."
  • "When it comes to the price of firewall solutions, Sangfor NGAF takes the cake."
  • "Sangfor NGAF price is reasonable and there is an annual license. However, the maintenance cost can be a bit high."
  • "For four to five physical appliances for a licensed firewall, it costs approximately $4,000."
  • "The price could be more competitive."
  • "The license of Sangfor NGAF can be purchased at different interval lengths, such as annually or three years. They offer a range of packages to choose from, such as combo or hybrid packages. We are using the complete solution package which includes IM, NGF and SSL VPN, and WAF."
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  • "This gateway is pretty cheap."
  • "The price of Zyxel Unified Security Gateway is good compared to other similar products in the market."
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    Questions from the Community
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    Top Answer:The most valuable features of the solution stem from web filtering, malware protection, and antivirus.
    Top Answer:The price of Zyxel Unified Security Gateway is good compared to other similar products in the market.
    Top Answer:If you have very secure data, Zyxel Unified Security Gateway will not be very useful. My company doesn't have to deal… more »
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    Also Known As
    FortiGate 60b, FortiGate 60c, FortiGate 80c, FortiGate 50b, FortiGate 200b, FortiGate 110c, FortiGate
    Sangfor NGAF Firewall Platform
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    Overview

    Fortinet FortiGate enhances network security, prevents unauthorized access, and offers robust firewall protection. Valued features include advanced threat protection, reliable performance, and a user-friendly interface. It improves efficiency, streamlines processes, and boosts collaboration, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making and growth.

    Sangfor Next Generation Firewall (also known as NGAF) is a converged security solution providing protection against advanced threat, malware, viruses, ransomware and web-based attacks using integrated security features like firewall, IPS, anti-virus, anti-malware, APT, URL filtering, Cloud Sandbox, and WAF. As the world's first AI-enabled and fully integrated Next Generation Firewall & Web Application Firewall (WAF), NGAF offering the security visibility, real-time detection and response, simplified operation and maintenance and high-performance application layer security needed to operate an enterprise network in total security. Tested and proven to provide cutting-edge network security by ICSA Labs and endorsed by Gartner Inc., NGAF harnesses the power of Sangfor’s Neural-X threat intelligence and analytics platform and Engine Zero’s innovative malware detection to provide next-generation protection for today’s enterprise.

    ZyWALL USG Series delivers high-access quality to help businesses satisfy the demand for always-online communications. For internal deployments, the ZyWALL USG Series provides active-passive High-Availability (HA) service to support device or connection failover.

    With Device HA Pro service, the ZyWALL USG Series also supports instant failover, so connections are always maintained when a failover event occurs. For external deployments, the ZyWALL USG Series features multi- WAN load balancing/failover and a comprehensive mobile broadband USB modem support list for WAN backup operations. The ZyWALL USG Series also supports IPSec load balancing and failover, providing additional resilience for mission-critical VPN failover with VTI Interface deployments.

    ZyWALL USG110/210/310 thoroughly protects networks with industry-leading firewall, Anti-Malware/ Virus, Anti-Spam, Content Filtering, IDP, and Application Patrol functionality. Regulate unauthorized use of Web applications over your network, such as Facebook, Google apps, and Netflix, among others. Zyxel security measures are enhanced with SSL Inspection, blocking threats hidden in SSL-encrypted connections while facilitating deeper policy enforcement. Furthermore, newly improved Content Filtering 2.0 enhances HTTPS Domain Filter, Browser SafeSearch, and Geo IP Blocking for an array of security enhancements to ensure clean Web connections.

    Sample Customers
    1. Amazon Web Services 2. Microsoft 3. IBM 4. Cisco 5. Dell 6. HP 7. Oracle 8. Verizon 9. AT&T 10. T-Mobile 11. Sprint 12. Vodafone 13. Orange 14. BT Group 15. Telstra 16. Deutsche Telekom 17. Comcast 18. Time Warner Cable 19. CenturyLink 20. NTT Communications 21. Tata Communications 22. SoftBank 23. China Mobile 24. Singtel 25. Telus 26. Rogers Communications 27. Bell Canada 28. Telkom Indonesia 29. Telkom South Africa 30. Telmex 31. Telia Company 32. Telkom Kenya
    The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (Indonesia), Lawson, Inc. (Philippines), Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (Indonesia), TEK Automotive (Italy), etc.
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    Comms Service Provider16%
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    Educational Organization20%
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    University19%
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    Company Size
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    Small Business48%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise30%
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    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise32%
    Large Enterprise40%
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    Small Business47%
    Midsize Enterprise28%
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    Small Business30%
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    Small Business45%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise39%
    Buyer's Guide
    Sangfor NGAF vs. Zyxel Unified Security Gateway
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Sangfor NGAF vs. Zyxel Unified Security Gateway and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Sangfor NGAF is ranked 21st in Firewalls with 31 reviews while Zyxel Unified Security Gateway is ranked 14th in Unified Threat Management (UTM) with 3 reviews. Sangfor NGAF is rated 8.0, while Zyxel Unified Security Gateway is rated 6.0. The top reviewer of Sangfor NGAF writes "Affordable, easy to configure firewall with fast, responsive support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Zyxel Unified Security Gateway writes "Offers good anti-spam and web filtering features but needs to improve in the area of scalability". Sangfor NGAF is most compared with Sophos XG, Palo Alto Networks NG Firewalls, Netgate pfSense, Check Point NGFW and Fortinet FortiOS, whereas Zyxel Unified Security Gateway is most compared with Netgate pfSense, OPNsense, Sophos XG, WatchGuard Firebox and SonicWall TZ. See our Sangfor NGAF vs. Zyxel Unified Security Gateway report.

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