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We performed a comparison between SonicWall NSv 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 NSv vs. Stormshield Network Security Report (Updated: January 2024).
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Pros
"It is quite easy to handle.""The technical support in our region is excellent.""Fortinet FortiGate's reliability is valuable.""Our project needs to link two sides through the internet. One of these was in Cairo and the other in another city. We used FortiGate as the integrating solution between the two locations, i.e. the Fortinet 30E & 100E.""The management console is pretty simple, so anyone who understands networking can initially deploy the solution.""Their interface is very easy to use, it is without bugs.""Fortinet FortiGate is a security device. It can optimize security on the networks of a company. It actually protects the company from attacks from outside. With FortiGate, you can categorize the users. You can create a group of users that can access all of the websites for their work. You can limit other users' access.""From the firewall perspective, the rules and policies are very sufficient and easy to use."

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"The customization of firewall rules provides great value to our customers as it allows them to lock things up in the way that they desire. When it is used for internal access, with a VPN in place for remote workers, the firewalling services provided by Azure, such as the default services that can be turned on, are applied. However, the use of a software-based virtual firewall gives us greater flexibility in introducing security controls for customers who are publishing applications that are publicly accessible from the public cloud. This virtual firewall provides an additional layer of security and more extensive security control options to ensure the protection of our customers' valuable information and assets.""SonicWall NSV is easy to use, and you can use it to manage the logs easily.""The solution has no additional charges and no restrictions on the number of users.""We purchased the AGSS Bundle (Advanced Gateway Security Suite) for the security services, such as antivirus, intrusion prevention system, and anti-spyware botnet GUI.""The security of this system is fantastic, including the IPS and IDS.""The product helps improve our security.""One of the standout features of SonicWall is its simplicity in creating and managing rules."

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"Ease of use is the best feature of the product.""The scalability of the solution is good.""The most valuable features are the IPS, the firewall function, and the price.""I like how you can configure the rules. There is the task for the rules and a task for the network configuration. It also provides SMD filtering, and it can be integrated with the active directory for the users, their mission, and the VPN configuration. We are here in Sudan, and Stormshield didn't work in Sudan for more than a decade. Stormshield is a very strong firewall and very easy to configure and maintain. I am just working with the firewall solution, and we don't have any other solutions like endpoint solutions or something like that.""A very robust product.""I can see what traffic is going on. I can easily block any programs from attacks.""Easily manageable in a variety of environments.""I like that it works fine. Stormshield is a very good solution."

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Cons
"The license renewal process, annual renewal price, and the web application firewall features should be improved.""The solution's framework needs to be frequently updated in order to have a stable solution.""The user interface could be improved.""One area for improvement is the performance on bandwidth demands for smaller devices, as well as better web filtering.""I would like reporting to be improved and should offer a lot more tools to monitor the products.""We would like to see better pricing.""The cloud features and integration could be improved.""I haven't had a single issue since using Fortinet."

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"SonicWall NSV's initial setup is complicated and requires good knowledge.""An area that could be improved is the export and import settings functionality.""It has been brought to our attention by a few customers that they are dissatisfied with the fact that our virtualized service is only offered as a subscription option on the cloud. However, it is worth noting that many other similar services are also offered through a subscription model on the cloud and not through perpetual licensing. It is unclear why these customers would have an issue with this subscription service when so many others are utilizing similar methods.""SonicWall NSV's SSL VPN could increase its number of users to 100-plus users.""We face some challenges when we upgrade the solution.""There are limitations to bandwidth management.""I would like to see the reporting opened up and have several more opportunities for automatic reports."

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"The SD card could be more secure.""This is not a next-generation firewall.""The biggest issue was their support department was not able to help us, then everything stops. This is a no-go area for me.""Stormshield Network Security is quite expensive.""With Stormshield, there are difficulties joining things, and it can be complex depending on the architecture.""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.""The filtering configuration could be better. We have some difficulties with the filtering configuration and the filter extension. It's not that easy. It's not that straightforward. In the next release, I would like to see a reporting system. Stormshield doesn't have any tutorials on how to do the configuration and things like that. They just have documentation on the website. If you want to configure, for example, Cisco or Fortinet, you can find tutorials on YouTube. They show you how to configure the features, and so on. In Stormshield, there is nothing on social media or the internet on how to configure different things. The lack of documentation or the lack of material makes it difficult for others to adopt this solution.""A more user-friendly interface would be helpful."

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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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  • "Our initial purchase, which included a three-year term of support, was about $25,000 USD."
  • "We are currently using the trial version."
  • "SonicWall NSV is not very costly."
  • "The solution’s pricing is less compared to other products."
  • "The solution's pricing is good for the technology it offers."
  • "The tool is moderately priced."
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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
    SonicWall Network Security Virtual
    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.

    SonicWall NSV is a software-based virtual firewall that provides additional security for customers with public-facing servers or services on Microsoft Azure. The AGSS Bundle is considered the most valuable feature, providing security services such as antivirus, intrusion prevention system, and anti-spyware botnet GUI. 

    Additionally, customization of firewall rules provides great value to customers, allowing them to lock things up in the way they desire. SonicWall NSV offers extensive security control options to protect customers' valuable information and assets.

    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
    Comlogic, Depaul, Hutt City Council
    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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    Computer Software Company23%
    Real Estate/Law Firm10%
    Government6%
    Non Profit5%
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    Financial Services Firm25%
    Retailer25%
    Pharma/Biotech Company13%
    Real Estate/Law Firm13%
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    Computer Software Company25%
    Comms Service Provider16%
    Government10%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business48%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise30%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business27%
    Midsize Enterprise32%
    Large Enterprise41%
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    Small Business29%
    Midsize Enterprise29%
    Large Enterprise43%
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    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise40%
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    Small Business50%
    Midsize Enterprise36%
    Large Enterprise14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business40%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise44%
    Buyer's Guide
    SonicWall NSv vs. Stormshield Network Security
    January 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about SonicWall NSv vs. Stormshield Network Security and other solutions. Updated: January 2024.
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    SonicWall NSv is ranked 35th in Firewalls with 7 reviews while Stormshield Network Security is ranked 9th in Unified Threat Management (UTM) with 16 reviews. SonicWall NSv is rated 8.0, while Stormshield Network Security is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of SonicWall NSv writes "Easy to use, stable, and the security features work well". 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 NSv is most compared with Azure Firewall, SonicWall NSa, SonicWall TZ and Fortinet FortiGate-VM, whereas Stormshield Network Security is most compared with Netgate pfSense, OPNsense, Sophos XG, Palo Alto Networks NG Firewalls and WatchGuard Firebox. See our SonicWall NSv vs. Stormshield Network Security report.

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