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We performed a comparison between MetaDefender and ZoneAlarm based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"I like the simplicity, the way it works out of the box. It's pretty easy to run and configure. The integration of the network devices with the ICAP server was easily done."

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"ZoneAlarm protects all computers from viruses, spyware, and hackers.""Personally, I find the Game Mode of the Firewall very useful.""This antivirus is regularly updated, and the updates can be scheduled.""It is easy to use through interfaces and easy to configure each of the customizations we created based on the characteristics that we wanted.""The phone access scan stands out as the most valuable feature for me.""It gives us security for the users' mobiles and ends up protecting us in a significant way.""It is quick and easy to configure.""The solution really focused on giving more security than an antivirus."

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Cons
"The documentation is not well written, and I often need to talk with support."

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"Perhaps the primary area for potential enhancement is to make it faster, ensuring a more seamless experience while maintaining robust security features.""They should release a single update with all the necessary characteristics to avoid being in a cycle of consecutive updates.""The support is not always so effective.""I would like it to be integrated with the Check Point centralization solution like Infinity Portal. It would be great to be able to manage it through the same website.""They need to update and improve the features available for Mac.""We'd like better performance of the network equipment. There are high-speed environments where an immediate response is required.""Some of our users say that the interface is a little bit outdated for 2020, and want it to be more modern and cozy.""Currently, the client is only available for the Windows Operating System but it would be good if it were released for Mac OS as well."

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  • "We bought a three-year license, and that was pretty expensive. We agreed that it was really worth buying. It could be cheaper, but we understand that quality comes at a price."
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  • "We use the free version of the software, but it can be upgraded to the paid Extreme Security edition."
  • "This is a freeware product and I recommend using it."
  • "We have to pay a yearly licensing fee for ZoneAlarm, which is cheap."
  • "The pricing is reasonable, with a yearly renewal license costing seventy dollars."
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    Top Answer:I like the simplicity, the way it works out of the box. It's pretty easy to run and configure. The integration of the network devices with the ICAP server was easily done.
    Top Answer:We bought a three-year license, and that was pretty expensive. We agreed that it was really worth buying. It could be cheaper, but we understand that quality comes at a price. We bought three ICAP… more »
    Top Answer:The documentation is not well written, and I often need to talk with support.
    Top Answer:ZoneAlarm protects all computers from viruses, spyware, and hackers.
    Top Answer:We have to pay a yearly licensing fee for ZoneAlarm, which is cheap.
    Top Answer:The mobile phone applications get slower because of ZoneAlarm. ZoneAlarm should be a light application that does not take too much memory in mobile phones.
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    17th
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    OPSWAT MetaDefender
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    Overview

    MetaDefender provides comprehensive file upload security to protect against malware and data breaches.​ OPSWAT designed MetaDefender to secure the world’s critical infrastructure from the most sophisticated file-based threats: advanced evasive malware, zero-day attacks, and APTs (advanced persistent threats).   

    MetaDefender easily integrates into your existing IT solutions whether it is the cloud, third-party services (SaSS, IaSS), or on-premises. We offer flexible implementation options for ICAP enabled devices, containerized applications, AWS, Azure, and REST API.   

    Overview:   

    Quickly scan files with top 30+ antivirus engines and detect over 99% of known malware.  

    Recursively sanitize 130+ file types with market leading Deep CDR (Content Disarm and Reconstruction)​ technology and remove any potential threat. 

    Block, remove, redact, or watermark sensitive data in files before it enters or leaves your network to prevent sensitive data loss. 

    Uncover vulnerabilities in installers, binaries or applications before they are installed and plug any security holes.  

    Monitor and secure all workloads in real-time via Central Management and an interactive dashboard.  

    Automated and actionable reports identify risks associated with users and services for quick remediation actions.  

    Configure workflow and analysis rules based on user, file source, and file type to meet your specific security requirements.  

    Free Training - OPSWAT Academy: https://www.opswat.com/academy

    ZoneAlarm protects you by preventing hackers from remotely accessing and controlling your device, and lets you know which apps have excessive permissions so you can decide whether they threaten your privacy.

    Sample Customers
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    Terma, Optix, Samsung Research Amercia, SF Police Credit Union, Independence Care System, Mattias Thomsen, Carmel Partners, Desert Research Institute, CRIF, FXCM Inc, US State Agency
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Government12%
    Financial Services Firm11%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    REVIEWERS
    Security Firm43%
    Integrator14%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Cloud Provider14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Comms Service Provider21%
    Security Firm16%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business23%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise63%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business72%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise17%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise42%
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    MetaDefender is ranked 17th in Anti-Malware Tools with 1 review while ZoneAlarm is ranked 15th in Anti-Malware Tools with 11 reviews. MetaDefender is rated 9.0, while ZoneAlarm is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of MetaDefender writes "Blocks malicious files , has a low false-positive rate". On the other hand, the top reviewer of ZoneAlarm writes "A highly stable solution that protects computers from viruses, spyware, and hackers". MetaDefender is most compared with VirusTotal, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike Falcon, Symantec Content Analysis and Forcepoint ZT CDR (Zero Trust Content Disarm & Reconstruction), whereas ZoneAlarm is most compared with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Check Point Harmony Endpoint, Malwarebytes, F-Secure Total and Bitdefender GravityZone EDR.

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