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We performed a comparison between WatchGuard Application Control and Zscaler CASB 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 WatchGuard Application Control vs. Zscaler CASB Report (Updated: March 2024).
765,234 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"The solution is very stable. We've never had any problems with stability. Once a year we do a reboot just as a precaution. The solution never stops running otherwise.""We have witnessed an ROI as it has helped with security measures.""It's user-friendly. And if you are using a WatchGuard device and you want to test that side of the software, it's quite easy to get the license to test it.""It does the job of what it says it does. We set it to what we want it to block and then it blocks it.""Zero-trust and threat-hunting services are most valuable.""I found several features valuable in WatchGuard Application Control such as the HTTP Proxy, DNSWatch, VPN, and HTTPS Content Inspection.""The most valuable feature is the category control.""Centralization is a crucial feature for me as it allows me to have all sites and customers accessible under a single click, not limited to just one."

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"Overall, the solution does a pretty good job at web filtering.""Has a good zero trust feature.""It has been helpful in maintaining our infrastructure. The granular level control it offers allows us to set application policies per application for each user.""The tool's scalability is good.""The most valuable features of Zscaler CASB are API integration and DLP.""Zscaler CASB's latency and architecture are excellent."

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Cons
"The solution needs to improve the interface. I'm not able to easily find things using it.""There should be more reports available on different subjects.""They could expand the amount of applications that are on the list, but it's pretty intensive anyway, so it's pretty good.""The control software is currently only available for Windows, which can be a little annoying for Linux users.""There is no message displayed for the user on the desktop informing them that access to a web page has been blocked by Application Control.""What could be improved in WatchGuard Application Control is its price. It could be cheaper. You always want the best price for any solution, but for security products, pricing is usually on the higher side.""The licensing can be a bit expensive.""The time they take to classify an application once they find that it is unknown can be better."

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"The pre-defined dictionaries could be improved.""Zscaler CASB breaks down at times.""Zscaler CASB should include integrations with other SaaS applications.""It needs to offer SSO, single sign-on, and items of that nature.""User management can be improved.""The solution's granularity should be improved because it has limited granular options to control, visible, allow, block, delay, and receive."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The licensing model for WatchGuard Application Control is based on the number of users. WatchGuard Application Control also has licensing models with several features."
  • "Its cost is okay. It is not too expensive, not too low. I would rate it a nine out of ten in terms of pricing."
  • "Over the years, the costs have increased, especially since I cater to very small businesses."
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  • "Zscaler CASB is an expensive solution."
  • "The solution has increased prices this year."
  • "As per industry leads, Zscaler CASB is an expensive solution."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Centralization is a crucial feature for me as it allows me to have all sites and customers accessible under a single click, not limited to just one.
    Top Answer:Over the years, the costs have increased, especially since I cater to very small businesses. While they comprehend the necessity of investing in network protection, these features have become… more »
    Top Answer:I believe there is room for improvement in policies, with the potential to enhance the margins further.
    Top Answer:I use Zscaler CASB to get the visibility of the cloud application since everything is moving to the cloud these days. We use the solution to get complete visibility of what is happening on my drive… more »
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    Overview

    Organizations of all sizes rely on various applications for daily business operations, but how do you ensure only sanctioned applications are being used on your network? With WatchGuard Application Control, you have the power to limit application usage, and keep unproductive, inappropriate, and dangerous applications off your network.

    Zscaler CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) is a security solution offered by Zscaler, a leading cloud security company. CASB technology helps organizations gain visibility and control over cloud applications and services being used by their employees. Zscaler CASB specifically focuses on securing cloud access and data protection.

    Zscaler CASB Benefits:

    • Easy to use interface
    • Offers a wide range of security features
    • Provides real-time protection against malware and viruses
    • Theft protection feature helps locate lost or stolen devices
    • Data backup feature ensures important data is not lost
    • Safe browsing feature blocks malicious websites

    Zscaler CASB Features:

    • Cloud Application Visibility: Zscaler CASB helps organizations discover and gain insights into the cloud applications and services being used across their network. It provides visibility into shadow IT and unapproved cloud usage.
    • Data Loss Prevention (DLP): It enables organizations to enforce data protection policies and prevent sensitive information from being leaked or exposed in cloud applications. Zscaler CASB helps identify and control data sharing and transfers, protecting against data breaches.
    • Access Controls: Zscaler CASB enforces granular access controls to cloud applications, ensuring that users have appropriate permissions and are authenticated securely. It helps organizations implement strong authentication methods, single sign-on (SSO), and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for cloud access.
    • Threat Protection: Zscaler CASB offers protection against cloud-specific threats, such as account compromises, malware, and data exfiltration. It uses threat intelligence and behavioral analysis to detect and mitigate these threats in real-time.
    • Compliance and Governance: Zscaler CASB helps organizations enforce compliance with industry regulations and data protection standards. It offers policy enforcement, auditing, and reporting capabilities to meet regulatory requirements for data privacy and security.
    • Shadow IT Discovery and Control: Zscaler CASB identifies unauthorized or risky cloud applications being used by employees, providing organizations with insights into shadow IT. It enables IT teams to assess risks, enforce policies, and take appropriate actions to manage and control cloud usage.
    • Encryption and Data Protection: Zscaler CASB provides options for data encryption and tokenization to protect sensitive information stored and transmitted in cloud applications. It helps organizations maintain data privacy and confidentiality.

    Zscaler CASB integrates with cloud service providers' APIs and employs various techniques, such as proxying and traffic analysis, to provide security and control over cloud application usage. It can be deployed as a standalone solution or integrated with other security technologies within an organization's existing infrastructure.

    Reviews from Real Users 

    PeerSpot user, IT Security & Operations Manager at a wholesaler/distributor, says that “Web filters well, with good whitelisting/blacklisting capabilities and installs easily on endpoints”.

    Another PeerSpot user, System Analyst at an insurance company, “User-friendly, easy to deploy with a good zero-trust feature”.

    Sample Customers
    Chester School District, Kensington Close Hotel
    Zenith Live, Azure, Carlsberg Group
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Healthcare Company43%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    Media Company14%
    Computer Software Company14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Educational Organization14%
    Healthcare Company10%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company16%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Insurance Company9%
    Manufacturing Company6%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business78%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise66%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business29%
    Large Enterprise71%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise66%
    Buyer's Guide
    WatchGuard Application Control vs. Zscaler CASB
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about WatchGuard Application Control vs. Zscaler CASB and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,234 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    WatchGuard Application Control is ranked 5th in Application Control with 9 reviews while Zscaler CASB is ranked 6th in Application Control with 6 reviews. WatchGuard Application Control is rated 8.6, while Zscaler CASB is rated 7.6. The top reviewer of WatchGuard Application Control writes "Reliable with good blocking capabilities for enhanced security". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Zscaler CASB writes "A stable solution that provides API integration and DLP, but lacks integrations with other SaaS applications". WatchGuard Application Control is most compared with Check Point Application Control, whereas Zscaler CASB is most compared with Skyhigh Security, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, ThreatLocker Elevation Control, Cisco Umbrella and Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks. See our WatchGuard Application Control vs. Zscaler CASB report.

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