We performed a comparison between Cisco NGIPS and Zscaler Cloud IPS based on real PeerSpot user reviews.
Find out in this report how the two Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI."Ir's signature-based. We are also using the anomaly baseline formation, where it links the network, then anything that goes away from the norm is also flagged. Those are the two most valuable features."
"The solution is very stable."
"We like the Cisco product, the concept, and the tech intelligence."
"I like how NGIPS has everything in one console."
"NGIPS lets you map web requests to a specific user to determine who is downloading files and what they are accessing. You can use it to identify users downloading malware or track time wasters using Facebook or something like that. It gives you visibility into what your users are doing on the Internet."
"We primarily use this solution as an application filter and for IPS."
"The traffic filter of this solution is very valuable to us, and to our clients."
"The most valuable feature of this solution is its modularity, so whenever you need to upgrade or add another service, you don't need to buy another box."
"The product's most valuable feature is complete SSL inspection."
"Cloud IPS integration is seamless, and it uses a Zero Trust model. It also simplifies overall user access management."
"The best feature is that Zscaler allows for a separation between cloud applications and URL filtering. For example, under the cloud application segment, I can bypass Microsoft Office 365 without the need to add URLs manually. It's one click, so that's handy."
"The initial setup process is easy."
"The initial setup is straightforward and easy in comparison with other solutions."
"NGIPS' GUI interface could be improved and made more user-friendly."
"The solution requires better management. When it comes to central management capabilities, improvements can be made."
"In the next release I would like to see better reporting. I also find it's hard to act on the data it gives you."
"The product's high price is an area of concern where improvements are required."
"The GUI user interface could be improved and the login is not very user friendly."
"While the Management GUI and FMC could be improved, the devices themselves function well."
"The initial setup is a bit complex because it requires a lot of configuration, firewall and zoning."
"The price could be improved."
"We encounter issues sharing IP addresses with other companies using the software."
"We recently had a significant issue with Zscaler. I think they have too many customers and some of their connection edge nodes went down because there were too many requests. I think they aren't scaling enough to keep up with the demand in some areas. That's one thing they should improve."
"When it comes to scalability, the IPsec could be improved."
"They have given limited free access for a year. Instead, they should increase the file size and give limited free access for around two months. It will allow engineers to evaluate the product."
"There is always room for improvement."
Cisco NGIPS is ranked 5th in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) with 62 reviews while Zscaler Cloud IPS is ranked 20th in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) with 5 reviews. Cisco NGIPS is rated 8.2, while Zscaler Cloud IPS is rated 9.0. The top reviewer of Cisco NGIPS writes "Very effective for malware and signature-based anomalies but stability needs improvement". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Zscaler Cloud IPS writes "Stable product with valuable SSL inspection features ". Cisco NGIPS is most compared with Check Point IPS, Fortinet FortiGate IPS, Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System, Cisco Sourcefire SNORT and Palo Alto Networks Advanced Threat Prevention, whereas Zscaler Cloud IPS is most compared with Palo Alto Networks URL Filtering with PAN-DB, Claroty Platform, Darktrace, ExtraHop Reveal(x) and Fortinet FortiGate IPS. See our Cisco NGIPS vs. Zscaler Cloud IPS report.
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