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We performed a comparison between Check Point Application Control and Untangle Application Control based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Application Control solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Check Point Application Control vs. Untangle Application Control Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"Its initial setup is very simple and straightforward.""The best value we have is their actionable reports on user analytics, events, and activity that are extracted from their database.""One of the greatest capacities and the benefits it gives us is the ability to control applications based on defining access or denial policies in specific applications, groups, or category profiles.""The most outstanding feature is the Check Point APK wiki.""It improved the performance outcome for all our verticals due to more automation in system security, which helped in the identification and blockage of malware-affected applications and widgets.""We can control bandwidth and high-risk application access from our network using application control.""This solution is stable and we have not had any issues.""The tool's most valuable features are VPN access, website defense, and maintenance."

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"Content filtering is really easy to use. We have rules for content filtering. One of the rules that we have is that if it is not an SSL site, it should block the site. It scans, and if it finds a bad site, it is not going to allow it. We can also block based on what the company wants us to block. If the company wants us to block porn, we'll block porn. If the company wants to block social media, we're going to block social media.""Application filter features are the most valuable for us.""The fact that I can limit access to certain apps is the most valuable feature for me. For example, I can restrict access to specific websites or certain functions within websites."

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Cons
"Configuration and deployment are a little bit difficult.""Most of the business applications stopped working, we don't know why and we have already escalated to the top level but we still haven't gotten any corrective action on this. They always take logs but after that, there is no resolution.""More and more product specifications should be infused with new incumbent features in the market to stay relevant and concurrent with the organization's needs.""The initial setup was a bit difficult.""I recommend network upgrades in the next release to meet most company demands and daily changes.""One of our continued challenges is having a more accurate, real-time view of how our bandwidth is actually being used at any given moment.""The one feature that could be improved would be the ability to see implicit rules that are defaulted on the policy.""They need to improve the graphical interface."

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"The only thing that they need to improve is that they drop sessions. Currently, if you see a session come in, such as a DHCP session or a VPN session, you don't have the ability to click on that session, hit drop, and have them re-negotiate. It would be a really nice feature, and they are working on it. This is the only feature that is missing.""There is room for improvement in blocking torrents.""Reporting functionality could be improved to provide more comprehensive insights."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It's a bit expensive and it could be cheaper, but it's part of business politics."
  • "I think application control has become a basic feature and it should be enabled automatically, without having to purchase a separate license for it."
  • "The blade has its cost but you can take advantage of the license package to pay less for it."
  • "The price of Check Point Application Control is high. The support and ecosystem around the solution are expensive."
  • "Check Point Application Control is expensive. The tool's licensing costs are yearly."
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  • "Everything is included on the firewall at one price point, and we sell it for $70 a month, which includes the hardware."
  • "I use the free version of Untangle."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:It has many important features that have greatly helped the company and the IT department.
    Top Answer:If someone wants to review the configuration for the proxy, they would need to look elsewhere, as this tool is not designed to assess the performance of security policies.
    Top Answer:The fact that I can limit access to certain apps is the most valuable feature for me. For example, I can restrict access to specific websites or certain functions within websites.
    Top Answer:I use the free version of Untangle as it is because I use the VPN feature. It's easy, quick, and helps with network protection. There are no hidden fees. I make it clear upfront what features you get… more »
    Top Answer:Maybe the reporting could be improved to provide more useful insights. In future releases, better reporting would be helpful. For me, that's normally an area that could be enhanced.
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    Overview


    Check Point Application Control provides the industry’s strongest application security and identity control to organizations of all sizes. It enables IT teams to easily create granular policies, based on users or groups, to identify, block or limit usage of thousands of Web applications and widgets.

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    Untangle is an innovator in cybersecurity products designed specifically for the below-enterprise market, safeguarding businesses, home offices, nonprofits, schools and governmental organizations. Untangle’s integrated suite of software and appliances provides enterprise-grade capabilities and consumer-oriented simplicity to organizations with limited IT resources. Untangle’s award-winning network security solutions are trusted by over 40,000 customers around the world. Untangle is headquartered in San Jose, California.

    Sample Customers
    SEB, Luma Arles, Terma, Aerospace, Midwest Rubber
    Bridger Valley Electric, Rathbone Group, Cerebral Palsy of North Jersey (CPNJ), Brown County Schools
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm23%
    Computer Software Company19%
    Security Firm15%
    Logistics Company12%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Security Firm19%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Government8%
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    Company Size
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    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise30%
    Large Enterprise39%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business32%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise57%
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    Buyer's Guide
    Check Point Application Control vs. Untangle Application Control
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Check Point Application Control vs. Untangle Application Control and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,234 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Check Point Application Control is ranked 2nd in Application Control with 34 reviews while Untangle Application Control is ranked 8th in Application Control with 3 reviews. Check Point Application Control is rated 8.8, while Untangle Application Control is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Check Point Application Control writes "Reliable, reduces management requirements, and lessens manual interventions". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Untangle Application Control writes "Stable performance and effective control over user access to specific applications and websites". Check Point Application Control is most compared with WatchGuard Application Control, VMware Carbon Black App Control and Ivanti Application Control, whereas Untangle Application Control is most compared with . See our Check Point Application Control vs. Untangle Application Control report.

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