Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Network Security) vs Xops comparison

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Check Point Software Technologies and AXIOMIO are both solutions in the Compliance Management category. Check Point Software Technologies is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.4, while AXIOMIO is ranked #15 with an average rating of 9.0. Additionally, 96% of Check Point Software Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of AXIOMIO users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 13, 2026

Check Point Cloud Firewall and Xops are both prominent in the network security market. Check Point holds a competitive advantage in pricing and support, while Xops is favored for its advanced features, making it worth its cost.

Features: Check Point Cloud Firewall provides advanced threat prevention, automated security, and broad integration features that ensure seamless incorporation into hybrid environments. Xops excels with AI-driven analytics, real-time monitoring, and adaptive threat responses, offering advanced automation and extraordinary threat monitoring.

Room for Improvement: Check Point could enhance its VDOM functionalities, particularly for consistent security across multiple virtual firewalls in cloud instances. Improvements in policy optimization for simultaneous policy enforcement and ecosystem integration are needed. Xops could enhance user experience and streamline its deployment processes. The addition of more user-friendly interfaces and further simplification of complex features would be beneficial. Lastly, expanding integration capabilities with third-party applications could improve its utilization.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Check Point is praised for its smooth deployment and detailed support resources, which simplify the integration process. Xops offers a robust deployment model and superior customer support, focused on a structured service approach. While Check Point’s support is traditional, Xops incorporates innovative, AI-assisted tools.

Pricing and ROI: Check Point's pricing is competitive, delivering quick ROI and efficient performance. Xops, though initially costly, promises high ROI attributed to its sophisticated features and long-term advantage in dynamic network environments.

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Qualys TotalCloud

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Sr Security Engineer at a tech vendor with 5,001-10,000 employees

Risk-based triage has transformed container security and now prioritizes high-impact threats

The best features Qualys TotalCloud offers currently include managing cloud infrastructure and container security while facing major challenges such as alert fatigue. Traditional vulnerability scanners flag hundreds of CVEs on short-lived Kubernetes containers, some of which have no internet exposure or are gone before we can even triage them. I leverage Qualys TotalCloud to move beyond static CVSS. I use it to implement runtime exposure, correlation risk reprioritization, and shift-left integration. This notifies developers to fix a base image upstream rather than patching live ephemeral instances. In my work with cloud and container security, the biggest operational hurdle was alert fatigue. I use Qualys to shift left from static CVSS severity to context-aware risk prioritization. I correlated raw vulnerability data with real-time risk factors such as public network exposure, active runtime execution, or overly permissive IAM roles. This allows us to immediately drop the priority of isolated containers and escalate lower-severity CVEs that sit on an exposed, high-risk path. We can map these findings directly back to our CI/CD pipelines so developers can patch the root base images upstream. We have drastically cut down the signal-to-noise ratio, saved a lot of manual hours doing triage work, and ensured engineering effort goes directly towards high-impact risk reduction.

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Oscar Nunez

Ingeniero en redes y Telecomunicaciones at K-IT

Centralized management has reduced policy time and provides reliable multitenant protection

What I would like, what I think they should improve a little is the management of objects at large scale. When you work with multiple domains, there are thousands of network objects. Detecting duplicates and consistency across domains is a very manual process that should be more automated. Another thing: the SmartConsole interface is very powerful and very good, but the learning curve, compared to other solutions in the market from other manufacturers, could be modernized. I think it does not necessarily have to be done from a client application; it could be done via web, because via web I know that not all the options you have in SmartConsole are available. So it would be good if it could also be done from the web and all the options were available. Another thing that I would really like is more automation with Ansible or Terraform. I know it has improved in recent versions, but I think it is still not mature enough. Compared to other manufacturers that do have a bit more in terms of automation capabilities in integration flows with Ansible or Terraform, Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Network Security) could improve. Another thing that could be improved a little would be the TAC response time, because when there are very complex cases, I think there should be more speed initially, more ownership of those urgent cases, and not leave the customer waiting. This has happened to me: when I have cases open with Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Network Security) TAC, sometimes they do not respond and I have to keep insisting, and I think that part should improve. I do not know if it depends on who takes the ticket or on the severity of the ticket, but sometimes I have had to insist a lot, and that would be the only problem. Once they attend to me and become involved in the case, the responses they give are very professional and really help directly resolve the problems when there is a bug or troubleshooting to do. As I said, I would like to see a specific improvement in SmartConsole. I think if they improved it—how to say it—gave it a facelift so you could access all the options directly from a browser, that would be great, because sometimes, for one reason or another, you cannot download SmartConsole or, for some reason, the SmartConsole client does not start correctly, and you could do it directly from the browser. I think that would be a good option to improve. Another thing would be that in multidomain environments, I would like a global search function for objects and rules. That is, you could enter and search across all domains at once, because right now you have to go domain by domain, and in environments with many customers, you spend quite a bit of time; you have to exit one domain and enter another. So those would be the improvements I would like to see.

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Sabb Sabb

CEO at Rexha Technologies

User interface needs refinement while providing robust security and cost management

Xops helps me with cloud finance management by allowing me to monitor my spending, and just a couple of months ago, I noticed that my AWS bill, which usually hovers around 50k monthly, spiked unexpectedly. I received an alert on the dashboard and via email about a sudden increase in usage, enabling me to rectify the actual problem and bring things back to normal. The best features of Xops, in my experience, include the FinOps component for checking unnecessary spending trends, the cloud security features, and the cybersecurity and workload security features that allow me to frequently check for vulnerabilities on images and websites. The cloud security feature of Xops stands out to me because it helps maintain compliance status by providing multiple compliance checks, including ISO and CIS benchmarks, and it is not limited to AWS, as it also includes Azure cloud scans and O365 cloud scans, allowing me to monitor security across various platforms. Other useful features of Xops include asset management tools and automation scripts, which help me check what assets I have across all regions, giving me a global view whenever I need it. Xops has positively impacted my organization by enabling me to save money and proactively detect issues, especially related to cloud spending, while also improving my routine security checks for any misconfigurations. While some metrics are difficult to quantify, I regularly run scans to catch security vulnerabilities that may arise due to changing user settings.

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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"I would definitely recommend Qualys TotalCloud to other users."

"CSPM is currently the most used feature, and we are enjoying the new feature, FlexScan, which is valuable for Internet-facing VMs."

"Qualys TotalCloud has improved our security posture."

"Qualys TotalCloud has significantly reduced our workload in terms of managing risks, helping us to be more efficient and save substantial resources."

"The dashboards are particularly valuable as they offer a comprehensive view of the environment, highlighting any misconfigurations."

"Qualys TotalCloud provides a single, prioritized view of risk, reducing the workload associated with consolidating multiple sources for risk prioritization."

"One of the most valuable features of Qualys TotalCloud is FlexScan, which is specifically for internet-facing VMs. We found this feature to be very useful. It was a key differentiator for us."

"I would definitely recommend Qualys TotalCloud to other customers."

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"The reporting against compliance is an important feature that helps you comply with policies and standards within your organization."

"Check Point, in general, provides ease of day-to-day use, management, and log review, which is a significant advantage."

"It makes securing our cloud workload super easy, and we are able to push any sort of policy changes we need pretty quickly"

"Cloud security posture management is the feature we've been using the longest."

"CloudGuard's best feature is real-time detection. We can detect incidents and vulnerabilities in our code with one click."

"It helps us to analyze vulnerabilities way before they get installed in production and the web. It gives us more security in the production environment."

"The most valuable features for me are related to management. I can use the data center objects directly in the policy without worrying about specific static IP addresses. The data center objects update automatically if the IP addresses change."

"Monitoring using SmartConsole and all its features is extremely easy, and I find SmartEvent an excellent monitoring tool for spotting threats and user behaviour."

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"The automated compliance monitoring reduced our manual security audits by 60%, allowing our team to focus on strategic initiatives rather than repetitive checks."

"The AWS cost optimization features have been game-changing - particularly the automated detection of idle EC2 instances and unattached EBS volumes that were silently draining our budget."

"Xops has positively impacted my organization by enabling me to save money and proactively detect issues, especially related to cloud spending, while also improving my routine security checks for any misconfigurations."

"The most valuable aspects of the solution include the Cloud FinOps Dashboards and the vulnerability scans."

"Xops helped us mitigate the frequent external attacks that we have been trying to curb for a long time now, and more importantly, it helps with an easy-to-understand dashboard where I can monitor the services in use, optimizations, and ultimately the costs."

"X-Ops has significantly improved our organization by streamlining cloud cost governance and enhancing the security posture across our AWS trading environment."

Cons

"There is a lack of data segregation according to criticality or inventory."

"The support is not up to the mark and seems to be overburdened."

"I would appreciate additional integration options to connect Qualys TotalCloud with our other vulnerability management tools."

"A feature improvement could be the inclusion of Windows OS support for container security, as it is currently only supported for Linux."

"Customer support with Qualys TotalCloud needs a little improvement with the response times."

"In my opinion, what can be improved in Qualys TotalCloud includes pricing and container scanning."

"I didn't give it a ten because I would like to see simpler configuration, more customizable dashboards, and better automation and integration options."

"The vulnerability part is good, but the policy compliance module needs improvement because it involves a lot of manual work. Specifically, the remediation part of the controls requires enhancements."

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"Areas for improvement include other Security Features like AntiVirus, AntiSpam, DLP etc."

"There may be some latency."

"We have concerns regarding the pricing and would appreciate seeing some improvements."

"The HA failover time is not as fast as expected and due to this, the convergence time between cluster members is still not perfect."

"Clustering in Azure is a bit different, not using the Check Point cluster but relying on load balancing. It's not as instant as I'm used to; in Azure, it might take around half a minute to a minute, and during this time, services could be down. The delay is attributed to Azure using its load balancing mechanisms instead of the Check Point cluster."

"Scalability, particularly in workload protection, is an area that needs improvement."

"I'd like to see improvements with the configuration."

"The product can still grow."

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"While Xops delivers on core functionality, the platform could benefit from more mature AI models for anomaly detection."

"I do not have notes for improvements."

"I chose four out of five because I believe more UI enhancements and a cleaner UX navigation could elevate it to a perfect five."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"TotalCloud's price is about right where I would expect it to be."

"Qualys TotalCloud is expensive, but it offers a premier solution with no headaches."

"The pricing for TotalCloud is attractive and competitive in the market. Given the features, especially the dashboard, I have no concerns regarding pricing."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers good pricing that is affordable and competitive with the market. Our partnership also provides us with additional benefits."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers competitive pricing given its comprehensive suite of features, including integration, assessment, remediation, and detection capabilities, all within a single platform."

"Qualys TotalCloud offers cost-effective licensing flexibility."

"Its price seems higher compared to other tools, but it is worth it. If they could adjust the pricing and make it comparable with other tools, that would be great."

"As a middle management member, I do not have direct pricing knowledge, but based on the knowledge from our meetings, its pricing is competitive."

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"The license for CloudGuard Posture Management is about $80 a year, and it's based on your cloud footprint, not the number of users. So you could have a million users, and it doesn't matter."

"From a pricing perspective, they are pretty expensive."

"The product is expensive but also valuable."

"The pricing is extremely competitive."

"I quite like the way they priced it. It is very reasonable."

"Licensing is simply by the number of hosts that you are looking to protect within your environment. It makes it much easier to ensure that you are covering your environment."

"We are using our BYOL. We are using our existing Check Point discounts to work with licensing. Overall, it is very competitive. Its pricing is reasonable to me."

"The solution's licensing is based on the number of users of the VMs. We follow a pay-as-you-go model. Its pricing is competitive."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

18%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Financial Services Firm

10%

Outsourcing Company

16%

Construction Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Construction Company

35%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Healthcare Company

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	11
Large Enterprise	38

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Small Business	133
Midsize Enterprise	56
Large Enterprise	146

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Qualys TotalCloud?

We purchased Qualys TotalCloud for GCP and Azure as well. It is comparatively better than others regarding pricing. T...

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I am unsure about how Qualys TotalCloud can be improved. I do not have anything else to add about the needed improvem...

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My main use case for Qualys TotalCloud is telemetry, although I am unsure about the specifics. A quick specific examp...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Check Point CloudGuard Network Security?

Since we use a unified standard for using policies and modules in Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Net...

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What needs improvement with Check Point CloudGuard Network Security?

The main limitations of Check Point Cloud Firewall (formerly CloudGuard Network Security) are not in Check Point itse...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Xops?

I recommend ensuring you fully understand the pricing tiers and the features included at each level. You should evalu...

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What needs improvement with Xops?

I would like to see built-in anomaly detection for trading patterns using machine learning. It would also be helpful ...

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Also Known As

Qualys TotalCloud with FlexScan

CloudGuard IaaS, Check Point vSEC, CloudGuard IaaS, Check Point Virtual Systems, Check Point CloudGuard Network Security, Check Point CloudGuard CNAPP

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Overview

Qualys TotalCloud enhances security posture across cloud environments with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and risk visualization, ensuring efficient threat assessment and automated remediation for improved cyber risk reduction.

Qualys TotalCloud offers a robust suite of security tools essential for organizations managing multi-cloud infrastructures. By integrating cloud accounts and automating workflows, it supports AWS, Azure, and GCP, offering comprehensive vulnerability management and zero-day detection. The platform's user-friendly design, combined with its extensive risk management and unified threat assessment capabilities, enables organizations to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities effectively. TruRisk Insights provides clear insights on cyber risks, while the automation options streamline patch management and scanning processes. API integration across IaaS and SaaS environments further enhances resource allocation efficiency and saves time, addressing misconfigurations across cloud environments.

What are the most important features of Qualys TotalCloud?

Accurate Vulnerability Reports: Delivers precise and actionable insights for risk mitigation.
Zero-Day Detection: Identifies and addresses zero-day vulnerabilities proactively.
Unified Threat Assessment: Offers comprehensive evaluation of threats across the environment.
Extensive Risk Management: Manages risks effectively with advanced insights and prioritization.
Continuous Monitoring: Provides non-stop surveillance for vulnerabilities and threats.
Cloud-Native Automation: Streamlines processes and reduces manual efforts using automation.
FlexScan for Internet-Facing VMs: Scans external VMs efficiently to detect vulnerabilities.
Dashboard Risk Visualization: Clear visualization helps prioritize vulnerabilities.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Improved Security Posture: Enhances threat detection and response across clouds.
Time Savings: Automation reduces time spent on manual vulnerability management.
Resource Efficiency: Better allocation of resources through streamlined workflows.
Enhanced Risk Prioritization: Focus on critical vulnerabilities for effective mitigation.
Integrated Cloud Accounts: Facilitates seamless cloud management and security.

Qualys TotalCloud is deployed in sectors needing rigorous vulnerability management, such as finance and healthcare. Companies utilize it to secure multi-cloud environments like AWS, Azure, and GCP, focus on compliance, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines to detect and remedy threats pre-deployment.

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Check Point Cloud Firewall, previously known as CloudGuard Network Security, provides advanced threat prevention, centralized management, and VPN capabilities, enabling robust cloud security across various platforms including Azure and AWS.

Check Point Cloud Firewall delivers seamless cloud integration with advanced automated threat prevention and centralized management to enhance security posture. It offers auto-scaling for dynamic environments and a comprehensive policy enforcement framework in hybrid settings. The unified interface streamlines administration across cloud infrastructures, ensuring consistent protection and reducing risk.

What important features does it offer?

Advanced Threat Prevention: Safeguards against sophisticated threats.
Centralized Management: Simplifies control for cloud infrastructures.
Auto-scaling: Adapts to changing workloads seamlessly.
VPN Capabilities: Enables secure connections across environments.
Integration with Azure and AWS: Ensures compatibility with leading cloud services.
Visibility Tools: Enhanced monitoring and management for security enforcement.

What benefits can users expect?

Enhanced Security: Comprehensive threat management reduces risk.
Operational Efficiency: Automation capabilities streamline processes.
Cost Management: Efficient resource usage with auto-scaling reduces expenses.
Integration Flexibility: Adapts easily into existing cloud platforms.
Simplified Administration: Unified management reduces complexity.

In manufacturing and conglomerate sectors, Check Point Cloud Firewall is utilized for protecting cloud environments and implementing network segmentation. It supports secure cloud migration on AWS, Azure, and GCP, ensuring compliance, perimeter defense, and traffic inspection, facilitating sophisticated threat prevention strategies.

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Xops offers a robust platform for AWS infrastructure optimization, security compliance, and cost monitoring, delivering real-time alerts and efficient asset discovery for enhanced operational efficiency.

Xops provides users with automated tools for optimizing AWS infrastructure and securing cloud environments. With its AI-driven insights, users can optimize costs, detect threats, and improve their security posture through proactive monitoring and compliance checks. It facilitates asset discovery and automates the detection of idle resources, contributing to significant cost reductions and enhanced security. However, there is room to improve the AI models for anomaly detection and the user experience for more intuitive features. Expanding native support to platforms like GCP and incorporating cross-account resource dependency mapping would greatly enhance functionality. Enhanced dashboards and an interactive AI assistant can further boost user engagement.

What are Xops' essential features?

FinOps Dashboards: Provide detailed insights into cloud expenses and savings opportunities.
AWS Cost Optimization: Identifies idle resources to reduce unnecessary costs.
Vulnerability Scans: Continuous monitoring for vulnerabilities across platforms.
AI-Driven Insights: Delivers intelligence for threat detection and prevention.
Cross-Platform Security: Includes comprehensive checks for AWS, Azure, and O365.

Why should users consider Xops?

Cost Savings: Automatic idle resource detection leads to significant savings.
Improved Security: Real-time alerts bolster the security posture.
Operational Efficiency: Automated management reduces manual interventions.
Proactive Monitoring: Catches unexpected spending through real-time alerts.

Xops finds its application across industries seeking cloud management solutions, particularly in sectors prioritizing cybersecurity and cost management. Enterprises employ its capabilities for ensuring compliance with standards such as CIS and ISO 27001, conducting cybersecurity measures like DAST scans, and streamlining operational processes through automated deployments. Its deployment enhances financial operations and strengthens security protocols.

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