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Cisco ASx500 [EOL] vs Citrix Gateway comparison

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

Categories and Ranking

Cisco ASx500 [EOL]
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Citrix Gateway
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
40
Ranking in other categories
Universal Access Gateways (1st), SSL VPN (1st), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (8th)
 

Featured Reviews

YD
Principle Network and Database Engr at Parsons Corporation
Secure, scalable, and straightforward installation
The technical support from Cisco is not very good. In a recent experience, they asked us for 20 minutes about our project and then redirected around to other people. I need to report to this agent, I need to register to this database, there is too much involved in getting a solution. This has always been the case, they are asking us too many questions, and then when it comes down to a solution, it is at a bare minimum. This is something they can improve on, but they do not seem eager to improve. However, we do have an assigned project representative that is helpful.
PEDRO FONSECA - PeerSpot reviewer
Citrix VDI & Windows Virtualization Specialist at ATOS
Modular security has protected remote access and simplifies endpoint compliance management
The most valuable feature in Citrix Gateway is the securable, modular solution. The most useful behaviors that Citrix has is that you can secure the applications and all the infrastructure in a modular way. You can segment the securization in groups, allowing you to do a lot of things. Citrix Gateway is really strong and secure for the companies to have the Endpoint Analysis feature configured. You can configure this to check what the company needs to be checked. Companies need to authorize some devices to check if antivirus can accomplish the necessities of the company. The final appliance is really secure for accessing the company's network resources. You have many ways to maintain security protocols. One way is using Citrix Gateway, and another is the Citrix policies where you can configure many things in desktops and applications published for the company.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"One of the most valuable features is keeping our data secure."
"Overall, it does exactly what we want it to do, considering the specific features that we want."
"It works well for any environment that wants to use a VPN."
"It is easy to set up and is stable, and it is scalable as well, depending on the model."
"For the use cases we have, the solution is perfect."
"Just creating that gateway to the storefront for Citrix is the most valuable aspect of the solution for us."
"The solution is very stable. If I were to rate it out of ten, I would give stability a nine."
"It adds great security to your outfacing information."
"The solution has very flexible configuration."
"Its ease of use and how everybody can easily work through it are the most valuable features."
"We haven't received any complaints or performance issues so far."
 

Cons

"The technical support from Cisco is not very good."
"There is no security, such as an antivirus and URL filtering mechanism, which is something that should be improved."
"Lacks access through a mobile device."
"Scalability is not good because they didn't change the solution."
"We are currently looking at automation. It would be good if there is some way to automate it in a fast way. It should be easy to automate. It also has some security issues."
"Technical support is not great. There is no proactive support for patches that have been released."
"The solution has unnecessary limitations."
"At this time it costs 35% more than other solutions."
"The initial connection could be faster. That handshake takes a few seconds sometimes. That could be better and improved upon."
"Technical support could be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"This product is not too expensive and there are no costs apart from the standard licensing fee."
"We pay approximately $15,000 a month but that includes everything together, such as hardware."
"It costs about 4,000 a year."
"The price could be lower."
"Pricing is very high if you do a comparison with what is available in the market."
"Citrix is quite expensive."
"It is expensive and requires proper planning with strategy."
"The solution has a yearly licensing fee."
"There is a need to make yearly payments for licensing purposes. Also, it is not an expensive one."
"I believe the pricing is comparable to SaaS"
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Top Industries

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Outsourcing Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

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Small Business15
Midsize Enterprise9
Large Enterprise17
 

Questions from the Community

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Citrix Gateway?
The price is one aspect, but technically it is complete. Technically, it is really complete.
What needs improvement with Citrix Gateway?
I see room for improvement in several areas. The monitoring site could be much better because monitoring NetScaler and Citrix Gateway is too difficult with just SNMP traps available. Improving the ...
What is your primary use case for Citrix Gateway?
I am on the customer side using Citrix products, specifically Citrix CVAD for Virtual and Desktop virtualization. I am using Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops service. We are using Citrix Gateway an...
 

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Also Known As

ASx500
Citrix NetScaler Unified Gateway
 

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Sample Customers

Aegean Motorway, Anilana Hotels and Resorts, BC Hydro, Beachbody, City of Biel, Department of Education Western Australia, Dundee Precious Metals, Fontys University, John Eagle Auto Group, Katy Independent School District, National Airport of Romania, North West Redwater, The Department of Education in Western Australia
Aeronamic, Avianca, Bechtel Corporation, Betfair UK, Catholic University Leuven (K.U. Leuven), Centene Corporation, Cerner, Charityshare, City of High Point, Clark Builders
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