GajShield Next Generation Firewall vs SonicWall TZ comparison

GajShield and SonicWall are both solutions in the Firewalls category. GajShield is ranked #41 with an average rating of 7.0, while SonicWall is ranked #19 with an average rating of 9.0. GajShield holds a 0.2% mindshare in Firewalls, compared to SonicWall’s 2.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of GajShield users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of SonicWall users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 25, 2026

SonicWall TZ and GajShield Next Generation Firewall compete in the network security category. While SonicWall excels in ease of use, GajShield stands out for its advanced data loss prevention capabilities.

Features: SonicWall TZ is noted for user-friendly configuration, effective VPN capabilities, and advanced threat protection. It provides affordable pricing options and high-level security features. GajShield Next Generation Firewall is praised for robust data loss prevention, ease of management in complex environments, and frequent updates to enhance security measures.

Room for Improvement: SonicWall TZ faces criticism for its user interface, outdated hardware, and limitations in reporting. Users desire better spam filtering and more intuitive configurations. For GajShield Next Generation Firewall, streamlined settings flow, improved support services, and better SD-WAN compatibility are areas to enhance.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SonicWall TZ is used in on-premises environments with hybrid and cloud capabilities, but technical support receives mixed reviews. GajShield Next Generation Firewall is deployed in on-premises and private cloud settings, offering a satisfying customer experience with effective technical support.

Pricing and ROI: SonicWall TZ follows a modular pricing structure with required annual subscriptions and support fees. It is viewed as offering good ROI with robust security features but can be costlier over time. GajShield Next Generation Firewall presents a straightforward, cost-effective pricing model, appealing to budget-conscious organizations seeking comprehensive security functions.

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Fortinet FortiGate

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Firewalls category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiGate is 18.7%, down from 20.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of GajShield Next Generation Firewall is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SonicWall TZ is 2.2%, down from 2.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Firewalls Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
Fortinet FortiGate	18.7%
SonicWall TZ	2.2%
GajShield Next Generation Firewall	0.2%
Other	78.9%

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Featured Reviews

Vasu Gala

Manager, Information Technology Operation/Presales at TechMonarch

A stable solution with an intuitive interface and quick customer service

I have been working with Fortinet FortiGate, WatchGuard, Sophos, and SonicWall. I'm not as comfortable with SonicWall because of their UI and limitations. I prefer Fortinet above all other options. When it comes to configuration, I am confident in my ability to handle various tasks, including creating policies such as firewall rules, web policies, and application policies. Additionally, I can configure VPNs and implement load balancing, among other tasks. Overall, I feel much more comfortable working with Fortinet. Fortinet has made significant improvements by integrating AI with firewalls for threat analysis and prevention. In the past 2-3 years, they have launched FortiSASE and SIEM, and they also provide SOC services. Both Palo Alto and Fortinet FortiGate are excellent. While Fortinet FortiGate comes at higher prices, the functionality and support justify the cost. They promptly resolve firmware issues and inform all support providers about configuration changes.

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Nazish Sameer Shaikh

Senior Network Security Engineer at UNITE HERE HEALTH

Simplifies the management of complex data networks, but its technical support could be improved

Sometimes, we have to use SD-WAN support for the solution, which can be improved by adapting some features that will help our approach to network services. The solution can adapt some of the tools where we, as network engineers, can adjust to the changing application needs. Also, the solution can provide us with multiple support, allowing us to create a network segment. The solution’s technical support could be improved.

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Subhadip Pakrashi

CEO at Kapstone Technological Services LLP

Provides reliable performance with strong features and simplicity

SonicWall TZ is user-friendly, admin-friendly, and a beautiful product. I have been selling SonicWall since 2007 without any issues. SonicWall has been working on it excellently. They are up to date, and their research team is good, making the box feature-rich. Based out of India, I have had some issues with their faulty channel policy. It's a very good product, an awesome product for those who want to use SonicWall TZ. You can bet on it, but check out the channel policies in India. They should check out the channels in the channel business. It's just a precaution, nothing more than that. Overall rating: 9 out of 10.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I would recommend using Fortinet FortiGate because of its usability."

"My company never had any complaints about the tool in terms of performance or stability."

"A strong point of FortiGate is the graphical interface is complete and easy to use."

"Their web interface to manage it is excellent, even compared with other providers."

"Offers good security and filtering."

"Scaling-wise, there have been no problems with Fortinet FortiGate."

"The inspection and web security features are most valuable."

"FortiGate Next Generation Firewall has a stateless balance proposition"

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"The solution's outcome is very high, and we often use it in a very high-traffic environment."

"Gajshiled's enterprise cloud and DLP-level features give it an advantage over other products."

"It is a stable solution."

"GajShield Next Generation Firewall's best feature is the network DLP."

"The most valuable feature of the GajShield Next Generation Firewall is the user-friendly settings, dashboards, and anti-threat protection. Additionally, the solution upgrades frequently which is good because we receive new features."

"GajShield has improved our mobile device-based connectivity."

"It is an easily scalable solution...The initial setup was very easy."

"The network security is great."

"SonicWall TZ is a stable product."

"The most valuable features are security and technical support."

"The solution is stable."

"The most valuable feature is content filtering and app control."

"Good VPN connection."

"We are able to block whatever we want to block by using this product. It provides all required security features, such as content filtering, VPN, in one box. Before switching to SonicWall, we had specified all required features."

"It protects against intrusion while allowing needed access."

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Cons

"The room for improvement is about the global delivery time period. Usually I need to wait for almost one month to deliver it overseas. So if you can shorten the deliver time it'd be great."

"Fortinet currently has many products bundled with FortiGate including the basic firewall and load balancer, and I think that that they need to have separate product portfolios for each of these specialized services."

"The anti-malware engine could use an upgrade."

"The pricing of the solution is expensive, so it could be cheaper."

"The solution could be more user friendly."

"Lacks sufficient security options."

"The solution is not scalable."

"If they could extend their fabric towards other vendor environments for integration, that would be great."

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"Sometimes, we have to use SD-WAN support for the solution, which can be improved by adapting some features that will help our approach to network services."

"GajShield Next Generation Firewall would be improved with the addition of a load-balancing feature."

"The firewall configuration and administration screens could use some improvement."

"We face issues with some configuration parts that we don't understand in the solution, and sometimes we face issues with the VPN connection."

"Gajshield can improve SD-WAN compatibility at an enterprise cloud level."

"GajShield Next Generation Firewall could improve the flow of the settings. If somebody's using a Cisco firewall or any other brand and they want to use GajShield Next Generation Firewall the platform's UI is a bit different. If it was more similar to the others it would be better."

"We raised a support ticket, and the project didn't get a proper response. There was a skill issue in TAC support."

"The technology in this particular version is very old."

"The solution must provide more ports."

"There is a point I don't like about SonicWall in the past and now. Most of the destinations we look at when we're detecting some user using too much bandwidth or something like that, SonicWall just gave us destination IP address, instead of the full qualified domain name. I think that's the most important part that is still missing. I think that's the most important for us."

"I would like to see a SonicWall integration with the DLP tool, this would be interesting. Data Loss Prevention integration."

"SonicWall TZ could benefit from newer technology."

"The solution's pricing could be made cheaper."

"The technical support has room for improvement."

"We have experienced some issues with SonicWall TZ and they are lacking some advanced features other vendors have."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Fortinet FortiGate is reasonable."

"Its pricing is good. It's average or normal as compared to Palo Alto and Check Point firewalls."

"If we have an older version, the support costs get quite high."

"I had to pay for the license for the firewall, but it is guaranteed to have updates. I expect a good service for it. It was about €1000 for a year, and there was no additional cost."

"The pricing depends on the FortiGate model we are using, ranging from $3,000 to $20,000 US dollars."

"I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten"

"Fortinet FortiGate SWG is an affordable solution."

"Fortinet FortiGate IPS is cheaper than other solutions like Cisco or Check Point."

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"GajShield Next Generation Firewall is reasonably priced."

"The price of the GajShield Next Generation Firewall is very attractive when compared to other solutions."

"GajShield Next Generation Firewall is not that expensive, and its pricing is better than Palo Alto."

"GajShield Next Generation Firewall is cheaper than the other products in the market. The licensing costs for the solution are on a yearly basis."

"It was about 15% cheaper compared to Sophos."

"GajShield is a cheaper solution as of now. The subscription is yearly."

"The product pricing is relatively good, compared to other products, including the licenses."

"The license that we purchased is good for three years."

"Licensing fees are on a monthly basis."

"We have to pay yearly. Its licensing can be improved, and they should provide more features, such as AV, email filtering, and so on with the basic subscription."

"Getting licenses in our country, Ghana, is not easy. Though, once we have them, adding them is quick (about a day)."

"It is a bit expensive. We have to purchase the license and the reporting part separately, which makes it a bit pricey. This is the main reason why we have thought of moving to another firewall. It would be good if they combine both of these."

"The price of SonicWall TZ is good for medium-sized companies."

"You need to purchase multiple licenses to manage multiple devices which is cost-prohibitive for the value you would receive."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

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Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	357
Midsize Enterprise	133
Large Enterprise	189

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Small Business	3
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	3

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Small Business	62
Midsize Enterprise	16
Large Enterprise	13

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What do you like most about GajShield Next Generation Firewall?

The solution's outcome is very high, and we often use it in a very high-traffic environment.

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Also Known As

Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall

GajShield NGFW

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Overview

Fortinet FortiGate is a versatile network security tool offering features like VPN, firewall, web filtering, intrusion prevention, and scalability. It is known for its performance and integration with other Fortinet products, making it a preferred choice for robust cybersecurity.

Fortinet FortiGate stands out as a comprehensive cybersecurity solution with strong performance and ease of configuration. It delivers unified threat management, integrating features such as dynamic routing, SD-WAN support, and centralized management. Despite its strengths, improvements in the web interface's stability, pricing structures, and reporting capabilities are needed. Users seek better integration with third-party tools and automation advancements to enhance the experience further. These enhancements, alongside improvements in bandwidth management and the reduction of licensing costs, are points of interest for users looking to capitalize on FortiGate's extensive capabilities.

What are Fortinet FortiGate's key features?

VPN: Ensures secure remote connections.
Firewall: Protects against unauthorized access.
Web Filtering: Blocks malicious sites and content.
Application Control: Manages and controls applications.
Intrusion Prevention: Detects and prevents vulnerabilities.
SSL Inspection: Enhances security by inspecting encrypted traffic.

What benefits should be considered when evaluating Fortinet FortiGate?

Affordability: Offers cost-effective security solutions.
Reliability: Known for consistent and stable performance.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Fortinet products.
Comprehensive Protection: Provides broad threat protection capabilities.

Fortinet FortiGate is widely implemented across industries as a primary firewall system for securing internet gateways and safeguarding data centers. It supports businesses in achieving SD-WAN integration and enhances cybersecurity by providing essential features like antivirus, web filtering, and application control. Enterprises utilize FortiGate for securing remote connections and ensuring compliance with security standards, making it adaptable for different network sizes and industries.

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GajShield Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is a cutting-edge cybersecurity solution designed to protect organizations from advanced threats and secure their network infrastructure. With its advanced features and robust capabilities, GajShield NGFW offers comprehensive security, high performance, and simplified management.

GajShield NGFW provides real-time visibility and control over network traffic, allowing organizations to monitor and manage their network effectively. It offers deep packet inspection (DPI) technology, which enables the identification and analysis of application-layer protocols, ensuring that only authorized applications are allowed to pass through the firewall.

This next-generation firewall also incorporates advanced threat intelligence and behavior-based analytics to detect and prevent sophisticated cyber threats. It uses machine learning algorithms to identify and block malicious activities, ensuring that organizations are protected against zero-day attacks and advanced persistent threats (APTs).

GajShield NGFW offers a wide range of security features, including an intrusion prevention system (IPS), virtual private network (VPN), web filtering, and data loss prevention (DLP). These features help organizations enforce security policies, prevent unauthorized access, and protect sensitive data from being leaked or compromised.

Furthermore, GajShield NGFW provides granular control over user access and application usage, allowing organizations to define and enforce policies based on user roles and responsibilities. It also offers bandwidth management capabilities, enabling organizations to prioritize critical applications and ensure optimal network performance.

With its intuitive and user-friendly interface, GajShield NGFW simplifies the management and administration of network security. It provides centralized control and monitoring, allowing administrators to configure policies, generate reports, and receive real-time alerts on security events.

GajShield Next Generation Firewall is a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that offers advanced threat protection, network visibility, and simplified management. With its powerful features and robust capabilities, it helps organizations safeguard their network infrastructure and protect against evolving cyber threats.

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The secure, sophisticated SonicWALL TZ is widely deployed at small businesses, retail, government, remote sites and branch offices. It combines high-performance intrusion prevention, malware blocking, content/URL filtering and application control.

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