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We performed a comparison between SonicWall TZ and Stormshield Network Security 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.
To learn more, read our detailed SonicWall TZ vs. Stormshield Network Security Report (Updated: January 2024).
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Pros
"The pipe filter application is an outstanding feature.""It is very flexible to use.""The SD-WAN function is very developed. It has SD-WAN functionality with security features in one device. We can manage from one single console SD-WAN and the security policy.""The most valuable features of Fortinet FortiGate are the different types of profiling. It has been the most effective for me. The WAF and the antivirus profile are the most effective in network protection.""The performance is good.""Fortinet FortiGate's ease of management is the most valuable feature.""The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiGate is load balancing. It can provide central management and VPNA. Additionally, it has enhanced our security environment.""Fortinet FortiGate's reliability is valuable."

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"The most valuable feature of SonicWall TZ is the double authentication, where it asks for one password and again asks for a four-digit code, which changes every 30 seconds.""The site-to-site VPN connections, content filtering, and in our current remote working situation, SSL VPN remote desktop connectivity are the most valuable features.""We like the central interface and we like the security features. Additionally, we use SonicWall with VPN connectivity and we have had no problems with SonicWall all these years.""The feature we found most valuable in SonicWall TZ is that it is user-friendly for an administrator.""User-friendly firewall solution which scales well, is stable, and has high availability.""We are able to block whatever we want to block by using this product. It provides all required security features, such as content filtering, VPN, in one box. Before switching to SonicWall, we had specified all required features.""It is very stable with no issues. The firewall's been up for the past 35 days non-stop. It's performed great. It has performed as it should perform.""The most common feature in the firewall, apart from that traditional firewall, would be the security services, like application control, URL filtering, Gateway Anti-Virus, and IPS protection. These are the essential features in the firewalls which I think, has to be enabled and properly used at every network infrastructure."

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"I can see what traffic is going on. I can easily block any programs from attacks.""A very robust product.""Our organization's main concern is stability, and this is a stable solution.""It's an easy, straightforward management platform to use.""The scalability of the solution is good.""This solution is quick and easy to configure.""The solution has improved my organization because I can see what traffic is happening and I can use it to block and prevent attacks.""Ease of use is the best feature of the product."

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Cons
"There were quite a few problems with the stability of the system.""Fortinet currently has many products bundled with FortiGate including the basic firewall and load balancer, and I think that that they need to have separate product portfolios for each of these specialized services.""The support team for Fortinet FortiGate needs to be more customer friendly.""Stability and technical support are the two major issues I have found with Fortinet.""There are just some services that aren't available. For example, the Ethernet or point-to-point protocols. They could add these services to their product offering - especially services for ISPs.""The pricing could be reduced or include the first year warranty.""I could not configure sFlow from the FortiGate graphical user interface. I realized that the sFlow configuration is available only from the CLI, and discovered that sFlow is not supported on virtual interfaces, such as VDOM links, IPsec, or GRE.""A lack of integration between our data centers."

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"The VPN that is available in the new version is a bit bulky and slower in speed.""The small business line has less PPS throughput.""The solution's pricing could be made cheaper.""I currently have two of the issues from SonicWall. One issue is that the IP is not the public IP. Sometimes it moves to an alternate source and I have to refresh the new IP then we can go on.""The log sections could be done more clearly.""I can't get the support that I need from SonicWall.""The solution should provide some additional ports.""We have experienced some issues with SonicWall TZ and they are lacking some advanced features other vendors have."

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"With Stormshield, there are difficulties joining things, and it can be complex depending on the architecture.""The SD card could be more secure.""The product must improve its pricing.""The biggest issue was their support department was not able to help us, then everything stops. This is a no-go area for me.""Not all the fields are activated yet and we were informed that it will take at least one month.""It could be better if it were more user-friendly. It's too complicated for us to use it. The price could be better as well.""This solution has a big problem with web filtering and it needs to be improved.""Improvement is needed in terms of the technical support of the manufacturer."

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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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  • "Getting licenses in our country, Ghana, is not easy. Though, once we have them, adding them is quick (about a day)."
  • "SonicWall has authorized distributors in our country. They have about two or three distributors in the country, so it makes it a bit easier. What we do is to request a quotation from these distributors, then we do a value for money analysis and see which one of them is giving us a competitive price."
  • "The pricing was a factor for us, and we felt that the price was good."
  • "The product pricing is relatively good, compared to other products, including the licenses."
  • "Licensing costs have been around $2,000. There are no other costs above the standard licensing fees."
  • "License renewals come in around $35,000 to $45,000."
  • "The price is high compared to some other solutions."
  • "Its pricing is okay as compared to other solutions."
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  • "For mid-sized companies, they sell their appliances for good prices."
  • "The SN200 series costs between $500 USD and $600 USD per year, whereas the SN700 series costs approximately $1,000 annually."
  • "The pricing could be better."
  • "The price of this solution and the price of support are ok."
  • "We bought a three-year license, and we renew it whenever it expires. The price could be better. It's always very expensive."
  • "I think the price is good."
  • "We chose Stormshield for its price, as the Azure firewall was too expensive."
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    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    FortiGate 60b, FortiGate 60c, FortiGate 80c, FortiGate 50b, FortiGate 200b, FortiGate 110c, FortiGate
    Dell SonicWALL TZ
    NETASQ Firewalls
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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.

    The secure, sophisticated SonicWALL TZ is widely deployed at small businesses, retail, government, remote sites and branch offices. It combines high-performance intrusion prevention, malware blocking, content/URL filtering and application control.
    NETASQ's integrated intrusion prevention engine uses protocol conformity analysis, application filtering and antivirus analysis to inspect authorized traffic flows and strengthen application security. NETASQ enables you to establish and configure user-based security policies, giving you greater control over which network resources each user is authorized to access.
    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
    AeroM_xico Delta TechOps, Unimat
    ACESUR group, Ministry of Education Oman, Anios Laboratories, Zain, DLM Location
    Top Industries
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    Comms Service Provider16%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization20%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Manufacturing Company6%
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    Construction Company12%
    Healthcare Company12%
    Non Profit7%
    Wholesaler/Distributor7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Retailer6%
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    Financial Services Firm25%
    Retailer25%
    Real Estate/Law Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company13%
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    Computer Software Company26%
    Comms Service Provider16%
    Government10%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business48%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise30%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise32%
    Large Enterprise41%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business64%
    Midsize Enterprise19%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise41%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise36%
    Large Enterprise14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise15%
    Large Enterprise44%
    Buyer's Guide
    SonicWall TZ vs. Stormshield Network Security
    January 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about SonicWall TZ vs. Stormshield Network Security and other solutions. Updated: January 2024.
    765,386 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    SonicWall TZ is ranked 11th in Firewalls with 78 reviews while Stormshield Network Security is ranked 9th in Unified Threat Management (UTM) with 16 reviews. SonicWall TZ is rated 8.0, while Stormshield Network Security is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of SonicWall TZ writes "Has efficient user access control feature and good technical support services ". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Stormshield Network Security writes "Handles monitoring, collection, analysis, and reporting of data in our HQ and branches". SonicWall TZ is most compared with Sophos XG, Netgate pfSense, Meraki MX, SonicWall NSa and Cisco Secure Firewall, whereas Stormshield Network Security is most compared with Netgate pfSense, OPNsense, Sophos XG, Palo Alto Networks NG Firewalls and Cisco Secure Firewall. See our SonicWall TZ vs. Stormshield Network Security report.

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