Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) Reviews

My main use case for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is to use it as a security gateway where we have configured SSL VPN, IPsec VPN and configured firewall for network security.

I am using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) to provide our employees remote access VPN, as well as security while accessing any website to secure them from cyber threats.

All use cases for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) are covered.

The best features that Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers in my experience include great security features such as IDS, IPS, and the feature of VPN including SSL and IPsec, both of which are outstanding.

The features of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), such as IDS, IPS, and the VPN options, help me in my day-to-day work by preventing threats. Our LAN devices are protected through these features. For VPNs, SSL VPN provides great connectivity; if any user works from home, they can easily access our organization data or the servers remotely. For IPsec VPN, our branches are easily connected, and we can communicate with other devices present at the branch level.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has impacted our organization positively by providing outstanding security features to prevent emerging threats, and our organization LAN network is protected from web threats.

After deploying the firewall, I have noticed that our LAN network is very secure.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) provides great visibility and security for our LAN network, which shows return on investment.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) could be improved by making its pricing more reliable since sometimes it feels the price is a little bit high.

There are no needed improvements for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) right now since everything looks perfect for the security features and the gateway.

I have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for almost two years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is very stable.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has good scalability and can grow with our organization's needs.

My experience with customer support for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) was great; they are supportive and knowledgeable, resolving any technical issues in less time.

I have not used any different solution, as we are using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) only.

Before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we evaluated the Fortinet firewall, but we selected Check Point.

I will definitely refer others to use Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

We have a business relationship with Check Point as a partner, in addition to being a customer.

On a scale of 1-10, I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) an 8.

I am currently using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) as a perimeter firewall for internet access. I use Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) as a gateway for all users and provide them with certain URL access as well as applications using its Application blade and URL Filtering blade. It is helping me do zero-facing as well.

The best features that Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has offered me are ElasticXL, URL Filtering, and Threat Extraction and Emulation.

ElasticXL is a component where I can use gateways in active-active mode and it can be scaled up to three devices with the same version and same model. Threat Emulation Extraction is Check Point's Content Disarm and Reconstruction, where it identifies all the malicious files and malware in a PDF file or other files, removes them, reconstructs the file, and sends it to the user.

Since implementing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we have had zero downtime and do not need to upgrade the device in three to four months as it does not have any major CVE. This has affected me greatly because since there is zero downtime and zero upgrade requirement, the productivity has increased and the environment has been secured.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) needs to improve on VPN configuration with IPSec and failover, particularly around VPN failover with third-party vendors.

I have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for more than two years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is stable.

Scalability is quite good because of the ElasticXL feature. If I pair it with the Maestro solution, I can scale up to 52 gateways or 1.2 terabytes of threat prevention.

Customer support for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is excellent, and I would rate it at five out of five.

Positive

I previously used Extreme and Palo Alto. I switched to Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) because of feedback regarding its ElasticXL feature and Threat Emulation and Extraction capabilities.

I have seen zero downtime, which is my return on investment.

The pricing for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is very good, and I received a discount.

I did not evaluate other options before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

If you are looking for security in a firewall, Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is one of the best firewalls. I gave this review a rating of 9 out of 10.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is our primary firewall. As our primary firewall, it serves as our perimeter firewall in which all the user policies are made for traffic control. I do not have another main use case for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers our global expertise and certification in Check Point, making it easy for us to use. Additionally, I love the application visibility and control part in Check Point, which I think is more visible and better than other OEMs. The application visibility and control in Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) helps us in our day-to-day work by providing a micro-level understanding of who has been using unwanted applications, how the bandwidth is consumed, what applications users are using, and how much it impacts our business, giving us higher visibility. Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has positively impacted our organization by making it easy for us to handle due to our good expertise, although I haven't noticed major changes. The ease of use of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) leads to faster resolutions and a lower time of implementation.

I think Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) should have something like FortiGate's free tokens for VPN; there should be some kind of free tokens to use the other blades. The rest of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is all good.

I've been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for the last two to two and a half years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is stable.

The scalability of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is good.

I have not yet needed to reach out to customer support for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

Neutral

I was using FTD previously before switching to Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

The company purchased Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) because of the expertise we have in it; they bought a new firewall from the same OEM.

I can say I've saved time since using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), although I cannot guarantee the money saved because the company paid for it. Around five hours a week are saved since using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

The pricing of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is a little bit on the higher side compared to other OEMs.

For others looking into using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), I advise that it's a must-try because you get a very good level of security compared to other OEMs, especially if you are in a BSF segment. I would rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) an 8 out of 10.

Previously, there was no security device in our organization, so we deployed Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for security that provides connectivity between the private network to the internet to our organization's private network. We are using this device to access the internet with security and compliance.

We have servers deployed in our private network, so we have created a destination NAT, and we are accessing one or two servers from outside, which has been configured.

In Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), there are multiple security groups including URLS, application control, and many blades, which all collectively secure our network, providing visibility with the logs.

Since we deployed this security device, the connection is stable and every user is protected from cyber threats with the latest security signature update. Users have better access and do not face delays while accessing or browsing the internet. The security groups that were configured stand out to me the most.

The security, command line, and everything works perfectly, and we are getting both security and stable connections.

Working with the command line of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) while troubleshooting network issues or configuration is complex because it's a Linux-based CLI. I would suggest providing thorough documentation that will make the job easier for engineers.

I have been working in my current field for more than three years.

It is reliable, as we are not facing any problems with its stability and reliability.

It is scalable, as it can handle the user accounts, and there are no issues with handling increased traffic.

We have support to troubleshoot any issues, problems, or technical concerns. We can raise issues through the support portal and the response has been good.

Neutral

We evaluated Fortinet and Cisco ASA along with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) before making our choice.

We are currently using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

I was not part of the team involved in purchasing or licensing decisions.

I advise any organization looking for a security firewall to consider Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) solutions. I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) eight out of ten.

I have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for around one year. My main use case for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is perimeter security in the data center. I do not have anything else to add about my use case as there is no specific scenario or type of threat I'm protecting against.

I find the features of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) very valuable because it offers strong security that uses AI to stop almost all cyber security threats, including new and unknown ones, while delivering super fast performance, being easy to manage, and highly reliable.

The AI aspect of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) helps in my daily work by recognizing patterns of attack, even new and unknown ones, and blocking them in real time. It studies global attack data and gets better at detecting future threats.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has positively impacted my organization by providing an easy-to-use Smart Console interface that is clean, fast, and easy. The system allows management of all policies, logs, and alerts, and for troubleshooting, the logs show exactly what was blocked and why.

The network security team spends less time solving issues because the system provides clear and detailed visibility into what happened, what was blocked, why, and by which security layer. This helps the team troubleshoot quickly and get back to more important tasks.

Improvements could be made in areas such as user interface and dashboard, reporting and customization, complexity, support and stability issues, as well as license and pricing. A unified dashboard console where all features, from firewall rules to threat logs, can be managed seamlessly would be beneficial.

The stability issues involve the need for improvement in firmware or software to reduce bugs and enhance support SLA.

Support needs to show greater consistency and speed, especially in the area of non-enterprise clients or smaller customers. Improving the escalation procedure with timely follow-ups is also necessary.

I have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for around one year.

In my experience, Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has been stable with no issues related to crashes or downtime.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) handles increased workloads or more users easily, demonstrating good scalability.

Customer support has been available through phone, email, or online portal ticket, and I have had to contact them. I would rate the customer support as a ten.

Positive

I did not previously use a different solution.

I have seen a return on investment by saving time on manual log checks and unclear threats. After using Smart Console, which provides clear visibility, my team is estimated to save five to ten hours per week in reporting.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing is straightforward without any challenges.

Before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), I evaluated Fortinet among other options.

I rated Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) a nine out of ten because it represents top security, high performance, and unity, but it loses one point due to support being hit or miss, confusing licensing, a challenging user interface or learning curve, and possibly high pricing.

Our company has a business relationship with the vendor as we are a partner. I was not offered a gift card or incentive for this review. I found this interview to be very good and have no suggestions for changes in the future.

All the internet traffic from LAN to WAN passes through Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), so all the inspection, threat inspection, app control, user control, and threat prevention configurations are implemented in Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW). With the help of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we are able to access the internet in a secure manner, and the private IPs are NATed in this device.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers an outstanding user interface that is easy to manage and understand what tabs are meant for, making configuration steps straightforward. Its automated NAT process is also outstanding.

Previously there was no network segmentation, but after deploying Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we have implemented network segmentation for multiple departments based on user roles.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers traffic inspection and logs, which greatly improve security and allows access to the internet in a secure way, protecting users from malicious files while downloading documents. Logs are stored in the Next-Generation Firewall device itself. This solution has saved time and improved employee productivity by controlling user traffic.

Documentation for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) can be improved, especially the KB, knowledge base, for some parts of the configuration.

We have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for more than three years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is stable and has been reliable for us.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has good scalability and has been able to grow with our organization's needs.

The support team is supportive when it comes to Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) customer support, and I have had experience interacting with their support team.

Positive

We were using a different solution before Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

Based on our organization's needs, we decided to implement Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) based on the device capabilities and security compliance, which includes multiple security blades that come built-in. The setup cost and licensing are appropriate for our organization.

The time saved with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is significant because previously there was no inspection or logins, and now we have the logins of users and we can control their traffic, which has made the productivity of the employees better, resulting in both money and time savings.

Before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we evaluated Fortinet Next-Generation Firewall.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) appears somewhat costlier for smaller organizations, though the costing can be reliable for them.

I will advise others to consider using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) based on my positive experiences.

We are partners with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) and have a business relationship other than being just a customer.

I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) as 8 out of 10.

My main use case for Check Point NGFW is using it as a gateway firewall, since it's an enterprise-grade security device with tons of features such as threat prevention, IPS, app control, URL filtering, antivirus, anti-bot, anti-malware, and sandboxing, to name a few on top of my mind, and recently, as per the last solution I consulted or sold to a customer, they were using NGFW as a gateway firewall.

Apart from using Check Point NGFW as a gateway firewall, we use it as a device for application visibility and control, as Check Point NGFW is designed to detect and block sophisticated threats such as malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs) which can be a critical component for many deployments.

The last solution I worked on involved protecting a company with approximately 200 to 300 in-house employees, where the gateway firewall was installed to protect the network parameter and the gateway points within the organization's infrastructure, acting as a barrier between a trusted internal network and an untrusted external network.

The best features Check Point NGFW offers include their tight integration among different products forming a single ecosystem, and the ease of setup is notable, as Check Point is always a leader in security and getting a device with a lot of features managed by a central console, which we call SmartConsole.

The tight integration and ease of setup made a significant difference, as most Check Point NGFW devices come with a default configuration and once powered up, they automatically reach out to the Check Point cloud for an initial configuration download, which is completely autonomous. In my experience, this resulted in an initial setup that took around 3 to 4 hours for more complex configurations.

The combination of zero-touch deployment and SmartConsole allows Check Point NGFW for fast, easy, and scalable fiber deployment, as anyone can get Check Point NGFW up and running with minimal manual intervention, reducing the initial and complex setup, saving time, and alleviating headaches for IT.

Check Point NGFW has impacted our organization positively by reducing time due to zero-touch deployment and SmartConsole, where preconfigured devices automatically connect to Check Point cloud for setup, and this also helps in achieving a complete security posture for the organization.

While there are no pain points, the initial learning curve might be steep for those new to Check Point NGFW or the Check Point ecosystem, and it may not be a good solution for budget-conscious organizations given the breadth of services provided.

Documentation and support look great overall, but the initial cost of adopting Check Point technology might be concerning for someone starting their journey with the Check Point software platform, and I find that the lack of a browser-based full-scale GUI might be a limiting factor for users more comfortable with that format.

I have been involved with Check Point NGFW for the past 3 years now. Check Point Next Generation Firewalls have been in the market for a long time, and we being one of the premier partners to Check Point, I have been selling them for ages.

During deployment, the initial setup was done within 3 to 4 hours, and although a basic configuration can be installed within 1.5 hours, our configuration was a bit more complex due to the installation in an HQ environment that needed to connect to branches as well, which necessitated the additional time.

In my experience, Check Point NGFW has been stable with great support and I have not faced any issues with downtime or reliability.

Check Point NGFW is highly scalable, designed to handle growth and evolving security needs in various environments, and its functionalities such as centralized management with SmartConsole, HA and load balancing mode, scalable licensing, and cloud scalability with CloudGuard makes it suitable for any organization size.

I would rate Check Point's customer support a 9 out of 10, as they are equipped to provide diverse support options, including standard business hours, advanced support, premium support, and hardware replacement, all of which are well-organized in the Check Point support portal.

Personally, I didn't use a different solution before Check Point NGFW, but I remember selling Cyberroam, Saro, and WatchGuard solutions.

The initial setup with Check Point NGFW is straightforward, as mentioned previously.

While I can't provide specific numbers for ROI since I'm in sales, I haven't seen any complaints and the customer is pleased, having also purchased Check Point Harmony and planning to invest in Check Point CloudGuard services as well as SASE.

Pricing for Check Point NGFW is complex because every product has its own unique selling points. I believe that pricing takes a back seat to how good the relationship is with the customer, how much they trust you as a consultant, and how well you have analyzed their structure to offer a fitting solution, as the installation was a breeze and support from the vendor was amazing.

They evaluated Palo Alto before choosing Check Point NGFW.

My advice for others looking into using Check Point NGFW is to assess your network and have a defined security policy ready before choosing a solution, and being familiarized with the platform is crucial, as you should take full advantage of the SmartConsole which offers a breadth of services.

The reason I rate it a 9 out of 10 is primarily due to the lack of a browser-based GUI, and for small to medium-sized segments, Check Point NGFW may not be the best fit for those organizations.

We are using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) to protect our private network and provide internet reachability.

We have configured the security policy for our LAN subnet with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW). When users are reaching the internet or accessing any website, application, or resource, they must go through our security policy, which includes antivirus, IPS, IDS, and sandboxing features. This provides us with both security and connectivity.

Currently, we have more than 50 users accessing the internet through Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW). We experience no lagging or disconnection issues while maintaining security.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers excellent stability and various security features.

After deploying Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we are very secure from cyber threats. Our resources are protected, and our endpoint devices are prevented from downloading malicious files. Our environment remains safe with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

We have observed a reduction in security incidents since implementing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

The command line interface for troubleshooting issues in Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) could be simplified, and a better knowledge base document could be provided.

Apart from the complex command lines, Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is user-friendly.

We have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for more than three years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is stable.

The scalability of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is superior compared to other OEMs.

The support team for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is responsive when we face technical issues.

Positive

We evaluated the FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall as an alternative solution.

Our employees are protected with Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), ensuring comprehensive security.

Anyone looking for a security gateway in their network should consider Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) as an excellent solution, as it provides all necessary security features.

I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) nine out of ten.

Our main use case for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is as a security gateway in our network, isolating our private network from the WAN side with the help of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), and we rely on it for features such as VPN, application control, URL filtering, sandboxing, and IPS.

Instead of taking multiple devices for VPNs, application control, or sandboxing, Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) provides all these features with a software blade architecture in the box. We have taken the license for VPN, application control, URL filtering, IPS, sandboxing, and antivirus to prevent outside threats efficiently and secure our private network and resources.

We are using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) to connect our other branches, as we have multiple branches in different Indian states connected through an IPsec tunnel, which is a feature of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW).

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is the best security gateway in the market, as it efficiently prevents threats or malicious activities that can harm our private network and resources using application control, antivirus, and sandboxing.

After implementing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we manage and secure our private network from a single console with the help of multiple security blades that come by default.

We save time because we don't have to log in to multiple consoles to configure application control, sandboxing, or VPN. From a single console, we can configure all these features, which saves time and minimizes human error.

We notice a performance impact if we enable all the security blades simultaneously, as the firewall CPU utilization goes high, so that is something that can be improved.

The CPU utilization of the device goes high after enabling all the security blades, causing minor performance issues.

We are using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for more than three years.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is stable based on my experience.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has excellent scalability, and there is no issue with it growing alongside our organization's needs.

We are using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) from the start, so there was no previous solution before this product.

We have seen a return on investment since deploying Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), as the productivity of our employees has increased, thus providing a solid return on investment.

I have no issue with the pricing, setup cost, or licensing for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), as it is reliable and aligns with industry standards and Check Point's reputation in the security market.

Before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we evaluated other options, including SonicWall and FortiGate firewall.

I would advise anyone looking for a security gateway with scalability features to consider Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), as it is the best security gateway in the market and its outstanding security features add value. I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) eight out of ten.

My main use case for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is segmentation of VLANs, and the logging feature is great for my day-to-day operations.

A specific example of how I use segmentation and logging in my environment involves segmenting equipment into different VLANs, terminating all the VLANs on the Check Point firewall, and using the logging features to debug what's happening if there are any issues.

The best features Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) offers include the logging feature, and the IPS and IDS is also great.

What makes those features stand out for me is that the logging is very easy to get an overview on what's happening inside the network, and the IPS and IDS is very much hand-off; you just set it up the first time and it's up and running.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) has positively impacted my organization by providing more oversight over what's happening in the network, so the cybersecurity aspect of risk management has improved drastically.

The way risk management has improved is that getting an overview and seeing what's happening inside the network and then being able to take decisions on what to allow and not allow is much easier than on other firewalls.

Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) could be improved by streamlining the licensing process a bit.

The challenges with the licensing process come from its complexity.

I have been using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) for seven years.

In my experience, Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is very much stable; we have had some bugs since we deployed it, but the support has been good at helping us resolve them.

The scalability of Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is not very good; what you buy the first time is what you get, and it's hard to scale from there, but we over-scoped the deployment.

I rated the service 9 out of 10 because the support could be a little better; that's the only thing that it could improve to get a 10. Other than that, the firewalls themselves are very sturdy and they just work.

Positive

We previously used a Cisco ASA 55000 series, which was pretty much out of date, so we needed to upgrade to something better, and we landed on the Check Point firewalls.

My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) was good; it was pretty much straightforward with no hidden costs.

Before choosing Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW), we evaluated other options, including a POC on Palo Alto, but Check Point won the POC.

My advice to others looking into using Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) is to definitely pay for Check Point Professional Services to assist with the deployment and the design of what you're trying to do, as it saves you a headache later. I rate Check Point Quantum Force (NGFW) 9 out of 10.