Check Point Email Security (formerly Harmony Email & Collaboration) vs Mimecast Advanced Email Security comparison

The compared Check Point Software Technologies and Mimecast solutions aren't in the same category. Check Point Software Technologies is ranked #3 in Email Security , with an average rating of 9.1, and holds a 4.3% mindshare in the category. Mimecast is ranked #3 in SEG , with an average rating of 8.3, and holds a 15.1% mindshare. Additionally, 99% of Check Point Software Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 92% of Mimecast users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 8, 2026

Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration and Mimecast Advanced Email Security are prominent competitors in the email security category. Check Point stands out for its user-friendly deployment and competitive pricing, which give it an edge for budget-conscious firms. However, Mimecast's extensive security features offer comprehensive protection, appealing to organizations needing in-depth security.

Features: Check Point offers excellent threat detection, an intuitive cloud-based management interface, and seamless integration with Microsoft 365 applications. Mimecast provides robust sandboxing to analyze attachments, advanced phishing protection, and comprehensive email archiving capabilities. These features offer deep insights and significant levels of security.

Room for Improvement: Check Point could enhance its features by offering more integrations with third-party applications and improving its sandbox capabilities. Mimecast may improve by simplifying its admin interface, reducing setup complexity, and offering more competitive pricing options for smaller enterprises.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Check Point offers a straightforward deployment process with cloud-based management and a user-friendly interface, making it easy for admins to oversee security. Mimecast offers detailed setup processes tailored to Microsoft 365 and advanced email archiving but may require more time for configuration. Both vendors provide strong customer support, with Check Point noted for its responsive service.

Pricing and ROI: Check Point's competitive pricing model ensures significant ROI by providing robust security at a lower cost, appealing to price-sensitive businesses. Mimecast's higher pricing is justified through comprehensive features and guarantees substantial ROI by reducing resource needs and advanced detection capabilities, proving valuable for enterprises needing extensive protection.

To learn more, read our detailed Check Point Email Security (formerly Harmony Email & Collaboration) vs. Mimecast Advanced Email Security Report (Updated: January 2024).

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Mindshare comparison

Email Security Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Check Point Email Security (formerly Harmony Email & Collaboration)	4.3%
Proofpoint Email Protection	6.8%
Microsoft Defender for Office 365	6.3%
Other	82.6%

Email Security

Secure Email Gateway (SEG) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Mimecast Email and Collaboration Threat Protection	15.1%
Proofpoint Email Protection	19.0%
Microsoft Defender for Office 365	16.1%
Other	49.8%

Secure Email Gateway (SEG)

Featured Reviews

Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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PRADIPJOSHI

Owner at Shree Atharva Sales Corporation

Email protection has stopped phishing and secured cloud collaboration across all devices

Deployment is very easy since it is API based and does not require any harsh configuration. The DMARC management and DMARC forensic is the best feature. Their security engine provides everything such as DLP and encryption. Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration provides almost 100% security for phishing emails. Their DMARC management is very standard compared with any other brand or any other email security provider. The best thing is that on a single tenant I can manage multiple services such as Harmony Endpoint, Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration, Harmony Browser, mobile security, EDR, XDR, which is endpoint security, and SaaS. All of these services have a single dashboard. When giving security to email, in Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration, I do not need to change any MX record or any DNS entry changes. I simply add one text record for DMARC and no changes are needed in the MX record of that particular domain. This is very easy because Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration is in the tenant of Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace only. Check Point works on zero trust network technology. They are not only giving a feature of artificial intelligence but also machine learning summary. Machine learning summary is also given when they catch any kind of incidents such as phishing attacks, malware attacks, and ransomware attacks. They always provide real-time alerts for that. Real-time URL analysis is provided for phishing links and all these things. It gives 100% output for that and shows the source from where the malicious URL comes from. Additionally, they always provide threat emulation. This means the simulation of what danger happens when I click that particular URL is also provided in their report. It gives 100% protection to all BYOD devices. For example, one single Microsoft 365 account can be configured on different five devices. Many companies give email access to their employees on their mobile as well. In that case, if any malicious file is on the mobile and the employee would like to save it on OneDrive, due to this security, the user and administrator will get a real-time alert that this file is malicious and cannot be uploaded to OneDrive. This not only saves money but also saves time and prevents the organization from such cyber attacks.

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Email Security Engineer at Logic Infosecurity

Experience high detection and user-friendly policies with reliable email security implementation

The system is not user-friendly because you have to create policies that are mapped in a dictionary. As an IT engineer, I understand how it works, but explaining it to another IT person can be difficult. Having more user-friendly dashboards would improve the work experience. In Mimecast Email Security, checking policies in the dictionary or gateway is very complicated, and not everyone understands this process. If you examine the Check Point portal, it's user-friendly with easily accessible tabs that anyone can explore. With Mimecast Email Security, making changes might impact existing mailboxes. The portal is complicated compared to Check Point's user-friendly interface.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The simplicity of the solution is its valuable features as almost no effort was needed to learn the configurations. It is also one of the cheapest firewalls available in this category."

"We mostly use Cloudflare WAF, and gets basic Cloudflaire DDoS, caching as extra bonus . We like the factor these features are all integrated into 1 console, simple to manage."

"It's the endpoint exposition. We don't need to expose our VPN server to the internet and need a zero-test solution. I can apply some conditional access to the endpoint that's connecting to our network to check their security policies or the security condition of their workstation. Once the workstation is trying to connect to my internal network, then I would like to check the discrete condition of these endpoints that are trying to access my internal network. We created some conditional access. We have CrowdStrike, to check if the CrowdStrike is installed, to check if it's updated, and to check for Windows updates. We created some conditional policies to check it."

"I'm very satisfied with the environment and the dashboard."

"Cloudflare Access is a stable solution."

"The best feature is rate limiting. If I'm expecting 500 visits per hour, Cloudflare will limit the requests if I suddenly get 50,000."

"This solution is easy to understand and easy to configure."

"For Cloudflare Access, I am using the free plan...The most valuable feature is their protection."

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"Check Point is very good for threat protection, which is our customers' primary concern."

"I can count the number of endpoints, emails, and collaborations being used in the environment."

"It is the collaboration between users inside the company; it is a big advantage with Check Point to be able to work together on the same document."

"The threat management database provides consistent updates."

"It provides visibility of events, what's going on with the environment, what we're missing with our other solution, and the user behavior."

"Sensitive business data is effectively protected from any third-party attacks that can easily destroy confidential information."

"After analyzing the market, we opted for the CheckPoint SaaS solution to cover all of these needs, which has led to a considerable leap in the company's security."

"It is the collaboration between users inside the company. It is a big advantage with Check Point to be able to work together on the same document."

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"The solution's performance is good."

"The setup was easy."

"In the current environment that the world is in, everyone is trying to hack everyone else, so Project+ definitely helps a lot there."

"I have always found Mimecast to be very responsive; for example, if we see something come through, they address it and it helps to sort out the issues."

"I would rate Mimecast Email Security a nine out of ten."

"The platform's most valuable features are journaling and email archiving, effectively stopping phishing attacks."

"The security on offer is very good."

"It's good, it keeps the spam out."

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Cons

"Lacks a VPN feature to provide a secure connection to the data center."

"From a logging perspective, it is still a bit difficult to see exactly what users are being blocked with the current views."

"The pricing is an area that can be improved. Pricing, as far as I recall, was the source of our problems."

"Our customers no longer use Cloudflare because its service is subpar."

"Operating and tuning the product is difficult."

"The tool should provide on-premise versions. Currently, all versions are cloud-based."

"Cloudflare One is not very powerful, but for what we require, it is basic and sufficient."

"The initial onboarding was causing us some confusion."

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"Stability is the main area that Check Point needs to focus on."

"The next release should focus more on email categorization and provide options for unlocking blocked safe emails."

"At this time, the two-factor authentication does not work for Active Directory."

"During the East Coast server outage with Amazon service this week, mail was delivered and then pulled back because Harmony wasn't working properly and needed to scan it."

"Expanding third-party integration would be beneficial. When I integrate with Microsoft 365, support for other platforms like Slack or Dropbox is limited."

"There is always room for improvement and growth."

"Integration is currently limited to Microsoft Office 365 and Google G Suite."

"The dashboard is the major area for improvement, but apart from that, all the rest is acceptable."

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"We have subscribed to an archival service, and yet, when we have to get our data out, we have to pay a fee to get our own data."

"As a user, the user interface of the management console could be upgraded, for example."

"Mimecast needs to reduce the number of false positive emails; a big pain point for us."

"The detection rates are an area for improvement."

"The solution is expensive in comparison to similar solutions."

"The price could be better, it should be reduced."

"The interface and the documentation could be improved. They can also include some more training resources and content like video. While setting things up, I had to search for the information quite a bit. It took me time to find the correct way to do something. The information is there, but it is sort of all over the place. They can create a better help knowledge base or help portal. It retains your email for 45 days. They can maybe increase this duration."

"The attachment scanning feature doesn't work properly."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"The solution is not that expensive."

"The price is very good, based on what they deliver."

"Cost is the main concern that every customer takes into consideration, and Check Point always negotiates a price that is affordable."

"The cost is similar to other competitors. It's not much higher."

"There are absolutely no additional costs to the standard licensing fees. One of the wonderful pieces is that CloudGuard SaaS is all-inclusive in its licensing. There's no a-la-carte functionality. You're getting 100 percent of the product for the licensing that you're paying."

"Due to its pricing, I would say that Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration is more suitable for medium to enterprise organizations."

"The product is expensive compared to some competitors, especially for the SME segment."

"I rate the platform’s pricing a seven and a half."

"As we are a non-profit organization, we got the tool with a good offer. On a yearly basis, we pay 10,000 Euro for 500 users, which also includes the technical support part."

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"The product price is moderate. I rate the pricing a five out of ten."

"The product has good pricing in terms of return on investment."

"It is a bit expensive."

"For what it is, the product is overpriced."

"Two subscription options are currently offered: monthly and yearly. My suggestion is to opt for the yearly subscription as it can give some discount. The pricing isn't high as other cloud solutions are pricier than Microsoft's offerings."

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive, I rate the pricing a ten."

"The price of Mimecast Mailbox Continuity is expensive."

"Compared to the other products in the market, it is neither cheap but nor very expensive. I would rate it somewhere in the middle, 5 out of 10."

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Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
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Also Known As

Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

Check Point CloudGuard, Check Point CloudGuard SaaS , Check Point Harmony Email & Office

Mimecast Email Security with Targeted Threat Protection, Mimecast Web Security, Mimecast Mailbox Continuity, Email and Collaboration Threat Protection

Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

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Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration provides AI-powered security features for email and collaboration platforms, integrating with Microsoft 365 for comprehensive protection against phishing and malware threats.

Designed for seamless deployment, Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration offers advanced protection with minimal false positives. Users benefit from real-time alerts, granular threat analysis, and intuitive operation. It supports API-based email security, ensuring safe communication channels and data protection. While it integrates smoothly with Microsoft 365, improvements in dashboard usability, stability, false positive reduction, and expanded integrations with non-Microsoft platforms can enhance the experience.

What are the key features of Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration?

AI-Powered Threat Intelligence: Utilizes machine learning to detect and prevent emerging threats.
Seamless Office 365 Integration: Offers easy deployment and integration with Microsoft's suite.
Zero-Day Attack Prevention: Protects against unknown vulnerabilities with advanced sandboxing.
Robust Phishing Protection: Employs comprehensive techniques to block phishing attempts.
Advanced Sandboxing: Analyzes potential threats in a controlled environment to prevent breaches.
Comprehensive Dashboards: Provides insights with real-time threat monitoring and analysis.

What benefits or ROI should be considered?

Ease of Deployment: Simple setup process with minimal disruption to operations.
Cost-Effective Security: Reduces potential breach costs with proactive threat prevention.
Reduced False Positives: Minimizes unnecessary alerts, allowing teams to focus on real threats.
Enhanced Threat Visibility: Real-time analytics offer deeper understanding of security landscape.

In finance, healthcare, and education industries, Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration is deployed to safeguard sensitive information and ensure unrestricted communication flow. These sectors value its ability to block suspicious emails, prevent data loss, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

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Mimecast Advanced Email Security offers advanced features like sandboxing, email archiving, and phishing protection. It's known for integration with Microsoft 365 and user-friendly admin management, making it a robust choice for secure communications.

Focused on safeguarding emails, Mimecast Advanced Email Security integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, providing features such as sandboxing, spam filtering, and email archiving. It delivers comprehensive protection against phishing, identity threats, and impersonation attempts. Administrators benefit from the ability to monitor external communications and customize configurations, enhancing email security. Users appreciate the intuitive admin console and responsive support team. Although it faces challenges in threat detection rates and administration complexity, its capabilities in email monitoring, spam filtering, and URL inspection remain valued by enterprises seeking reliable email security that supports compliance needs.

What key features should users explore?

Sandboxing: Analyzes attachments in a secure environment to detect threats.
Email Archiving: Provides secure long-term storage of emails for compliance.
Spam Filtering: Prevents unsolicited emails from clogging the inbox.
URL Inspection: Checks links in emails for malicious content.
Phishing Protection: Guards against deceptive tactics to protect sensitive data.

What benefits can impact ROI?

Regulatory Compliance: Facilitates adherence to standards such as HIPAA.
Integration: Enhances existing systems with seamless Microsoft 365 integration.
Support: Offers a responsive support team to resolve issues promptly.
Email Security: Improves threat prevention with effective spam and phishing protections.

Mimecast Advanced Email Security is implemented across industries to protect against email threats like phishing, spam, and malicious attachments. It serves as both a gateway and an archiving tool, supporting compliance in healthcare and finance by offering features like URL protection and data loss prevention. Enterprises leverage its capabilities to secure inbound and outbound communications effectively.

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Sample Customers

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Helvetia, Denham Capital, Daymark Solutions, Neopharm Group

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