Check Point Infinity Reviews

My main use case for Check Point Infinity is to use different applications of Check Point in cloud.

In my work, I use Check Point Infinity with a gateway in Azure, but I don't have security management. For this reason, I use the license to use the security management in Infinity Portal.

The best feature Check Point Infinity offers is Cloud Security Management. In this area, I use Quantum Security Management for excellent topics, Smart-1 Cloud.

I have a good experience with Smart-1 Cloud and Quantum Security Management because Infinity Portal is an easy and better portal.

The central features of Check Point Infinity in one portal are for me, the best topic about the Infinity Portal.

Check Point Infinity has impacted my organization positively because it is easier to control and change VPNs and other features. I use this portal and Cloud One for management, security management in any location.

It is more efficient because the portal is very intuitive. The policies in the gateway are easy to control, change, and create new policies. For us, it is the best part.

I don't know how Check Point Infinity can be improved. I am familiar with this product, but I don't really know.

Regarding the support, it is a little difficult with the documentation on the internet. The page, papers, and other documentation are more textual, and I don't have any steps with graphics or pictures.

I give it an eight because it is a better portal, but I need to create new documentation about Check Point. It's my opinion.

A small improvement is needed for Check Point Infinity that I haven't mentioned yet.

I have been using Check Point Infinity for around four or five years.

Check Point Infinity is stable.

The scalability of Check Point Infinity is great, and I don't have problems in this area.

The customer support is average because I need to create different things in the portal to create a ticket.

I do not have any additional thoughts about Check Point Infinity before we wrap up.

I did not previously use a different solution before Check Point Infinity.

I have a little experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing because I am an admin.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Check Point Infinity.

It is easier for my company to use all resources and functions in Infinity Portal.

I purchased Check Point Infinity through the Azure Marketplace.

I prefer a support chat option.

On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate Check Point Infinity an eight.

My main use case for Check Point Infinity is to control different tools around security over the factory. In this case, I use different features, for example, Harmony and SmartCloud One, for controlling my gateways and other tools within the Infinity service.

When I need to get into SmartOne Cloud, I use the Infinity Portal and other features. Another tool that I utilize is Harmony, which is also a Check Point tool.

When I need to use a centralized environment over my security tools, Check Point Infinity helps me manage and unify security across our cloud and on-premise environments.

Check Point Infinity has enabled us to manage cloud, network, and endpoint security from a single platform, which has reduced complexity and improved response times.

The best features Check Point Infinity offers include a single console to manage security across network, cloud, endpoints, and mobility. This centralized visibility makes it easy to enforce consistent policies and respond quickly to threats.

Having a single console and centralized visibility significantly helps my team day-to-day, as one of the best features Check Point Infinity offers is a unified security architecture. It allows us to manage network, cloud, and endpoint security from a single console, which simplifies operations and improves visibility, along with threat prevention capabilities including IPS, anti-bot, Sandbox.

What really stands out about Check Point Infinity is its prevention-first approach and threat prevention capabilities.

Check Point Infinity has positively impacted my organization by enabling us to manage cloud, network, and endpoint security from a single platform, which has reduced complexity and improved response times.

One area where Check Point Infinity could be improved is the user experience across its different modules. While the unified architecture is powerful, switching between dashboards or managing granular settings can sometimes feel less intuitive, especially for newer team members.

The onboarding experience for new users could be improved. While the platform is powerful, the interface can feel overwhelming at first, especially when navigating between modules such as cloud security, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence. A more guided setup process or contextual help within the dashboard would make it easier for new team members to get up to speed.

I have been using Check Point Infinity for around two years.

Check Point Infinity is stable.

Check Point Infinity's scalability is good.

The customer support is very great for me.

Neutral

I did not previously use a different solution before Check Point Infinity.

Automated policies enforcement and threat prevention have saved my team hours of manual configuration and incident handling.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is that the setup cost or license is very high. When I need to put different licensing into various security tools, it becomes very complicated for me.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Check Point Infinity.

I would advise others looking into using Check Point Infinity to consider it because it is a great opportunity to see different tools for security in Check Point.

Check Point Infinity service is an excellent opportunity to centralize your security.

On a scale of one to ten, I rate Check Point Infinity a nine out of ten.

We have been deploying Check Point Infinity as a new technology for security purposes with our biggest customer in Ethiopia. It serves to secure endpoints and protect from intrusion and various threats. The product is deployed as a SaaS solution, and we use it to protect mobile users and other aspects of the organization.

Check Point Infinity offers a multi-layered security approach that enhances our IT security environment. It provides tracking protection, intrusion prevention, and supports mobile users efficiently. 

The AI integration helps in guiding configurations and installations, making the process smoother. 

Additionally, Check Point is a supportive vendor, offering notable assistance and knowledge sharing during installations and configurations.

I would recommend having more comprehensive documentation, including a guide for installation and configuration of Check Point Infinity. This would help users to easily understand and deploy the solution.

We have been working with Check Point Infinity for one year, as it was deployed with the aid of professional service last year.

For the time being, Check Point Infinity is stable with no issues concerning stability.

The product is scalable. If customers require scalability, we can scale the product accordingly to suit organizational growth.

Check Point provides excellent support. As soon as we raise a ticket, they engage promptly, indicating strong vendor support. User support has not presented any issues.

Positive

We are also working with IBM, Cisco, and FortiGate along with Check Point, for different solutions.

The initial setup is quite seamless and smooth. We follow the solutions easily without encountering any challenges.

The deployment was conducted with the assistance of professional services. This external team has been very supportive and provided necessary guidance throughout the process.

We are currently not assessing the financial benefits or return on investment for Check Point Infinity, as we are in the process of deploying it.

I am not aware of the financial cost of the licensing for Check Point Infinity, as I am involved in the technical aspects. The product, as supported by Check Point, offers invaluable assistance for ease of deployment.

We are also working with other vendors such as IBM, Cisco, and FortiGate.

I recommend Check Point Infinity to other customers due to its notable benefits and positive experiences with a major financial institution. 

I rate Check Point Infinity nine out of ten for its overall satisfactory and scalable features.

The most common use case for Check Point Infinity is for managing all my gateways in one place and deploying everything from one place.

The Infinity portal combines all Check Point solutions in one place, including the endpoint, SASE, and the SMP.

I am using real-time threat intelligence in Check Point Infinity with ThreatCloud and AI.

The analytics capabilities in Check Point Infinity are very good, and it provides an all-in-one solution.

Something that should be better in Check Point Infinity is the customization, though I don't have any specific suggestions at this time.

Check Point Infinity is a very stable solution; I don't remember experiencing any downtime.

It is a scalable solution.

I would rate technical support from Check Point a perfect score because when I call them, they answer before I could breathe.

Positive

My initial setup of Check Point Infinity was very easy. Setting up the gateway and connecting it to the Infinity portal was very simple.

The price of the solution is very fair because it provides good protection at a reasonable cost.

I'm not sure if I purchased the solution through the vendor or AWS marketplace.

I don't use the automations in Check Point Infinity.

I am a customer using Check Point products.

On a scale of 1-10, I rate Check Point Infinity a 9.

My main use case for Check Point Infinity is to manage Quantum Spark appliances to manage risks.

I don't have anything else to add about my main use case.

The Check Point Infinity Service saved me a lot of time because it gave me all in one solution.

The best features Check Point Infinity offers are that it provides an all-in-one management solution.

The all-in-one management feature of Check Point Infinity saves time because I can manage everything and deploy everything from one place.

Check Point Infinity has positively impacted my organization by making everything better, including the speed of the network and the security.

Check Point Infinity has helped with the speed at which I can deploy things and change things.

I don't think they should change anything to improve Check Point Infinity.

I have been using Check Point Infinity for the last 3 years.

Check Point Infinity is stable in my experience, and I can change everything with very good capability.

The customer support experience was very good; they answered just when I called.

Positive

I didn't use a different solution before Check Point Infinity.

I didn't evaluate other options before choosing Check Point Infinity.

I rate Check Point Infinity overall as 10 out of 10 because they give all-in-one solutions, and they do this the best.

My advice to others looking into using Check Point Infinity is to go for it; it will help them a lot.

In my job, I design and propose different solutions from Check Point Infinity for some final customers in final champ profiles. With Check Point Infinity solutions, I can integrate different tools of Check Point like security appliances such as Quantum or Quantum Smart or the orchestrator under Smart Events like different tools of Harmony, Harmony Mail, Harmony Point, and Harmony Browse. I use the Infinity Portal to take control of the administration of these tools and orchestrate and integrate all the information to bring the logs to the final customer to deploy new strategies for cybersecurity or change or update the architecture of security policies.

One of the valuable aspects of Check Point Infinity is that I can use one unified portal for the administration of all these tools. I can integrate other tools from other brands too, to consolidate and unify cybersecurity strategies. Check Point uses robust AI software to detect and recognize all cyber-attacks, giving me the ability to prevent these attacks.

If Check Point continues reforms of AI and takes more information from different origins, not only from its database but also from other brands, it can complete this information and make it stronger.

I have had about three years of experience with Check Point Infinity.

Check Point Infinity is scalable because Check Point has a deployment ecosystem with technical support and the quality of the final information from these tools.

The technical support is excellent with quick response times and high-quality answers to provide the best solutions needed.

Positive

The initial setup is not complex; it is straightforward. It depends on the reality of the moment for the final customer and what they want for their roadmap. The deployment is usually in a short time as this technology enables quick deployment into the customer's architecture.

The required number of people depends on the size of the final customer, but maybe three to five people, including analysts, engineers, and someone senior, are sufficient for this.

The value is in the capacity to protect against problems or attacks with technology, developing and strengthening cybersecurity policies and administration.

The pricing is good as Check Point Infinity includes many tools and details that others might not have. The cost depends on the different architecture or needs of the final customer.

Some brands like Trend Micro, Sophos, and Fortinet offer good solutions too. However, I prefer Check Point as an expert brand in cybersecurity.

I rate Check Point Infinity a nine out of ten.

The use case involves managing various aspects, including endpoint security, SaaS interface, and firewall management within the Check Point Infinity architecture. The Infinity portal serves as a centralized hub for overseeing all components of the Check Point security suite. The architecture incorporates XDR and MDR, enabling automatic correlation of information. In scenarios where a security issue arises, the system can automatically analyze data from diverse platforms, such as endpoints, firewalls, and Office 365. T

It offers significant benefits as a cybersecurity leader, known for pioneering the logical firewall and excelling with its Infinity suite. The expertise of Check Point professionals ensures efficient handling of challenges.

I have a positive history with Check Point, having worked with their firewall models since the nineties. A notable aspect that I appreciate is their ongoing effort to redesign the portal, giving it a fresh and centralized appearance. This is particularly significant as the transition from Check Point on-premises solutions to the cloud.

I've observed some challenges in terms of usability and performance, particularly since the shift to a service-oriented model like Infinity. It seems that the performance varies, likely influenced by the client's size and the provisioning of resources.

We have been using it for several years, and since it was released we have become partners.

The stability is influenced by the specific configuration and the capabilities of the machine itself. Currently, I can confidently rate the stability at eight out of ten.

The scalability and power seem to impact the interface quality; larger clients with more resources receive a better interface experience. In cases where clients initially buy licenses for a certain number of machines and later realize they need more, Check Point offers flexibility. Clients can purchase additional licenses even if it's mid-year, without the need to synchronize license renewal dates.

My experiences with Check Point's tech support have been positive. They responded promptly to issues, even conducting a video call for clarification. A licensing complication was swiftly addressed, showing their commitment to resolving bugs.

The initial setup was straightforward.

The deployment time varies depending on the specific machine and its configuration, however, in general, the implementation and installation processes are relatively quick. The deployment process is contingent on the specific configuration and the underlying infrastructure. However, due to our familiarity with the products, deployment is straightforward and typically doesn't extend over days. Instead, it can be accomplished in a matter of hours or even minutes, particularly in smaller cases. The process begins with obtaining the necessary licenses through a purchase order. Once acquired, we seamlessly integrate them into the Check Point dashboard, either through a physical conversion or by utilizing the Infinity portal. Subsequently, if configuration is required, we create the tenant and apply the license to it. From this point onward, the deployment process is quite straightforward and efficient.

The price is justified by the security it provides. In a world where security breaches can lead to significant financial losses, the investment in robust cybersecurity solutions is seen as essential. Moreover, the ongoing improvements in the dashboard experience further enhance the overall value proposition of Check Point Infinity, making it a comprehensive and worthwhile security solution for businesses in Portugal.

In Portugal, pricing for security solutions, particularly Check Point, is not a fixed rate. It's determined by factors like the brand's prominence and whether the product is flagged. The flexibility in pricing is advantageous, and being a special partner allows for negotiating special rates based on the project requirements. Unlike services like Office 365, Check Point licenses are not based on users but rather on machines. Clients are required to pay when submitting a purchase order. However, for those interested in trying the product, whether for a Proof of Concept or other purposes, we can facilitate trials. As partners, we have the ability to request trials from Check Point or conduct trials ourselves for one to three months. While trial versions can't be extended, we can release a new license with an additional thirty days, allowing clients to continue testing the product. After the trial period, we can convert the tenants and apply for a full license, enabling clients to choose the desired products for implementation.

Overall, I would rate it nine out of ten.

We leveraged Check Point Infinity primarily for gateway security, cloud security, endpoint security, and infrastructure as a service.

Architecturally, Check Point functions as a unified security system. Only one policy management section enables administrators to manage all policies from one console. The platform offers intelligent threat prevention capabilities, flagging suspicious activities and preventing potential threats before they impact your network, cloud, or mobile environments.

The whole process of consolidation, centralization, and obtaining a single pane of glass view into the current state, necessary changes, and areas for improvement.

Check Point Infinity has significantly improved our workflow within the ecosystem, making processes smoother and more efficient. It hasn’t added unnecessary work; instead, it has streamlined operations and simplified tasks.

Some aspects of the reporting in Check Point may take time to learn and become comfortable with. Training is necessary for certain areas, as some features might not be as intuitive. It's important to understand the workflow and how various components function.

I have been using Check Point Infinity for one year.

It was very fairly stable.

I rate the stability an eight out of ten.

It is a scalable solution. It can accommodate an increase in user count, handle new requirements and changes, and address emerging attack vectors, ensuring continued functionality and security.

It is used by security analysts, security engineers, and some architects.

I rate the scalability an eight out of ten.

We were using CrowdStrike.

The initial setup is straightforward. The deployment process involves a team of network architects, security architects, security analysts, and security engineers.

I rate it an eight out of ten.

It saved our time by 25%.

It costs around 40k to 50k. We ended up getting a premium one. There was some additional cost.

We could have faced it if Check Point Infinity had not prevented it. This includes understanding the potential security incident we were looking at, gaining insights into where the attempt was being made from, identifying the associated IOCs, and potentially attributing who might be targeting us. 

Maintenance wasn't much needed. The fifteen people we had were sufficient. We had coverage across different time zones, so they were able to cover it.

I recommend the solution.

Overall, I rate the solution a seven out of ten.

We have main offices in Brazil and branch offices in each of our state capitals. So, we have 26 branch offices in total. Each branch office used to have a small Check Point appliance. We're moving away from that model; they won't access the internet directly anymore. Instead, they'll pass through a central kind of star network.

We use two levels of firewalls: an external firewall and an internal firewall. We have a DMZ between these two firewall clusters with high availability. Each firewall has IPS, web content filtering, bot protection, and antivirus enabled. We'll contract some of those features as part of an MSSP service. We don't buy products or appliances directly.

Our procurement requirements allow other manufacturers to participate. The decision isn't ours or the integrator's – it's how we buy in Brazil. The vendor offering the lowest price for a product that meets the requirements wins. We cannot choose a specific brand or product name.

Before contracting the MSSP, we had an IPS (I don't remember if it was Check Point). However, we only detected signatures; we weren't confident enough to block them due to false positives. For the past 10 years, we have had a procedure where we get new signatures weekly, test for false positives, and set exclusions. Most relevant signatures are now in use, so the IPS is an important layer of protection for us. So, Check Point Infinity's threat prevention capabilities benefitted our organization.

We haven't had any problems with integration, but we don't need many integrations. The main one is with SIEM. The bigger issue is that we use ArcSight as our SIEM. It's very difficult to migrate from one SIEM solution to another.

We are on the journey of moving to the cloud right now. We had on-premises services, but we are going to move to a cloud environment where we have Azure and AWS Cloud. Because of this, the new solution will have virtual firewalls at the edge of each cloud.

I like all the features because within the suite we use, it's sometimes hard to know exactly which features are being used and where they come from. 

But, the main feature is the integration with Active Directory, where you can allow or deny traffic based on users or groups of users from Active Directory.

We have had some performance issues. Because of this, we had to redirect traffic to be analyzed by other appliances. I'm not sure if higher-end appliances would still have this problem. 

We also experienced issues with deploying new configuration versions to all branch appliances, but we won't be using this setup anymore. We don't know exactly how the virtual appliances will work to protect the cloud. It's a new thing for us.

I have been using it for 14 years now.

I would rate the stability an eight out of ten. We've had some problems in the past.

We had an issue with scalability before. We think the technology changes caused by mobile traffic impacted our appliances. Since we're buying a bigger solution now, I think we won't have this problem this time. 

Check Point engineers were involved, and they suggested we use a virtual appliance to remove this traffic from our physical appliance.

We've had some difficult experiences sometimes, such as we have to send again files and information.  

Neutral

We had another solution a long time ago. It was a small, free solution, very difficult to compare. We've used Check Point for a long time, so it's impossible to make a fair comparison.

We also use Azure Sentinel, but we do not receive logs from security solutions. It's possible we'll migrate to Azure Sentinel in the future. Nowadays, it's difficult to use a SIEM that is local and not cloud-based.

The initial setup will be done by the MSSP provider, not us. They'll handle the appliances, configuration, and integration. When we pay, everything must be working perfectly, and the documentation must be delivered to us.

The first deployment took about nine months because we changed the active tool. The second deployment was a bit different and took about six months. This timeline includes everything: equipment and features, but it also has solutions that aren't exactly Check Point firewalls, like the WAF (Web Application Firewall) or integration with SIEMs—also, the implementation of use cases in the SIEM.

There are two teams involved in the deployment: our team and the supplier's team. Usually, there are three or four people from the supplier and the same number from us.

It's maintained by the supplier. We have an SLA (Service Level Agreement) in place. They install, maintain, and manage the entire solution. We are a user of the solution; we open tickets to them, and they make the configurations. They're also responsible for availability and other aspects.

I would recommend it. However, Check Point could improve its tech support systems. If they had more engineers in Brazil, I think it would be good.

Overall, I would rate the solution a nine out of ten.

Infinity is a single platform where you can integrate all the Check Point solutions such as Check Point Email Security, Check Point Endpoint Protection, Check Point SaaS, Check Point web proxy solutions, and Check Point Firewall. It can be integrated into the Infinity portal, and we can manage and configure it from the Infiniti portal.

Infinity is a technical console where we have to log in, and we can navigate to all the products very easily because it is written in a normal installation. People who know about the product can click and take care of their activity.

Technical support is pretty delayed. It's very slow, and they have not yet received their IT. Compared to other OEMs, Check Point's response is a bit slow but could have been improved. There are two areas to improve: The latency of the sandboxing and the technical support efficacy.

I have been using Check Point Infinity for five years.

I never felt any downtime or any login issues. Whenever I try to log in, it happens properly and normally.

I rate the solution’s stability a nine out of ten.

5,000 end users are using the solution.

I rate the solution’s scalability a nine out of ten.

The initial setup is very straightforward. Also, the OEM vendor will help you with the login, configure the authentication, get into the login, or get into the console, load your device, and start configuring it.

Check Point Infinity offers numerous benefits. It provides peace of mind by simplifying security management. It is responsible for on-premises security, allowing users to configure it anywhere. Additionally, it enables seamless remote connection, even if the user is away from the central point. It's the latest in security technology, offering immense value.

Customers need to pay yearly.

Infiniti is a portal that integrates multiple products.

It's a unified management console. I'm able to manage all the solutions and products from my single Infinity console regardless of multiple branches across the globe, anywhere in the world, and they can be controlled from a single console. The major benefit is the SaaS offering. So, customers don't have to manage everything or keep any infrastructure on-premises; it's completely provided by Check Point, with data centers integrated into Infinity. Thus, there are no data integration problems.

Check Point Infinity is well known for its CDR (Content Disarm and Reconstruction) technology rather than CRO (Customer Revenue Optimization) debt protection. This technology is primarily associated with its sandboxing capabilities. However, there is room for improvement in terms of latency when scanning and delivering attachments, links, or files. Although the delay is often negligible, competitors may offer faster results with their sandboxing solutions.

For customers prioritizing robust security, performance, and stability, Check Point can be an excellent choice. Their extensive technical expertise and global deployments contribute to the reliability of their products. With the Infinity architecture, which facilitates comprehensive threat coverage, Check Point offers scalability, reliability, and expandability across various infrastructure needs.

Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.