Sangfor Endpoint Secure vs WatchGuard Firebox comparison

Sangfor and WatchGuard are both solutions in the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) category. Sangfor is ranked #28 with an average rating of 8.7, while WatchGuard is ranked #18 with an average rating of 8.0. Additionally, 100% of Sangfor users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 94% of WatchGuard users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 9, 2025

WatchGuard Firebox and Sangfor Endpoint Secure compete in the security and endpoint management sector. WatchGuard Firebox seems to have the upper hand with its comprehensive feature set, better deployment flexibility, and consistent customer service feedback.

Features: WatchGuard Firebox is notable for its ease of setup, integration with Active Directory, and user-friendly GUI. It provides robust security features like URL filtering, reporting, and VPN capabilities. Sangfor Endpoint Secure offers strong security and endpoint management but is often seen as lacking compared to WatchGuard.

Room for Improvement: WatchGuard Firebox could improve third-party integration compatibility and simplify management tools and reporting. Users also desire better threat intelligence products and more comprehensive documentation. Sangfor Endpoint Secure needs a better user interface, enhanced management capabilities, and improved cloud migration support.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: WatchGuard Firebox is versatile across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments, with mostly positive technical support, though some mention the response times could improve. Sangfor Endpoint Secure mainly focuses on on-premises deployments, with users calling for a single management console and enhanced customer support.

Pricing and ROI: WatchGuard Firebox is competitively priced relative to its features and offers a robust ROI by reducing administrative costs and improving security. Its flexible licensing options add value. Sangfor Endpoint Secure's pricing is seen as both affordable and expensive due to its pay-as-you-grow model. WatchGuard generally provides better value, particularly for ROI, with its richer feature set and deployment flexibility.

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Fortinet FortiGate

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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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Ovais Abbas

Coordinator Associate at National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases

Quick threat response and behavior analysis while enhancing network security

The main use case is usually related to security. It deals with attacks that come day-to-day such as zero-day attacks and APT attacks. Our main task is to secure the network infrastructure in the hospital where I work It facilitates the departments of IT and other departments to procure and…

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Pedro Soteras

CEO at ajuntament del Prat

Network protection has improved with stronger VPN connectivity but administration remains complex

Deploying WatchGuard Firebox was quite easy, but we have had some problems regarding the VPN and the administration of the tool and the two firewalls that we have. When comparing WatchGuard Firebox with our previous solution, Palo Alto, we have had some problems in administration because of the tools. I think that they have some aspects in their system that are cloud-provided, but they also have an on-premise solution, which makes this combination good. Although I should say that when compared to Palo Alto, we have taken a step backwards. In general, I would rate WatchGuard Firebox around 6-7; it is a good firewall, but they lack good administration tools. We experience many problems with the performance and administration tools on the web, including several issues with VPNs.

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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

"All of the features of Fortinet FortiGate are useful and the security protection is good."

"One of the nice things about FortiGate is that it can be deployed on the cloud or on-premises. You can actually do both. That's the biggest reason why I stick with this solution as opposed to something like Cisco Meraki. Another nice thing is that I can log directly into a FortiGate or get to it through their FortiCloud access products. They're pretty reliable and consistent. One of the reasons why I started using the product was their single pane of management. I can deploy their line of firewalls in conjunction with their switching and access points, and I can manage the entire network from one interface. I don't have to log into one interface for the firewall, another one for the access points, and another one for the switches. These firewalls have access point controller functionality built right into the system, so I don't even have to purchase additional devices to manage them."

"The solution effectively controls browsing traffic."

"The main benefits of Fortinet FortiGate are security and the ability to manage all information throughout the company, including managing all data inside the company to prevent intrusions from outside."

"FortiGate is easy to use, and I also like its VPN."

"Fortinet FortiGate meets all the security demands of my industry. It covers endpoint security, including web interface, DNS security, and ELP. I'm currently using the latest version. The features that have most improved our network security are Web Control, filtering, application control, IDS, IPS policies, and Deep SSL inspection."

"The solution is very user friendly. The user interface in particular is quite nice."

"It is easy to use and performs very well."

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"We use the product for network protection from any malicious threat."

"The tool's most valuable features are control access, endpoint security, and load balancing of ISPs."

"The most valuable feature I have found in the system is its comprehensive end-to-end protection."

"The real-time monitoring feature of Sangfor Endpoint Secure is truly real-time, with no delay compared to other solutions."

"The user-friendliness of Sangfor Endpoint Secure is particularly impressive. Even with basic technical knowledge, users can easily navigate the system, make changes, and implement updates."

"What stands out to me is the dual-end user interface they provide."

"I like the tool's honeypot feature. Some features include having a honeypot to detect attacks in a certain area. Additionally, there is RDP protection, which means that when we remote into our server or any endpoint, we must enter a password as a second layer of security. It can also integrate with next-generation firewalls."

"It has a quick response time, threat intelligence, cybersecurity features, quick report generation, behavior analysis, dynamic detection, and quarantine features."

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"The product's usability is good. It is straightforward and simple. One of the benefits is that it is easy to navigate and intuitive."

"I find that their tech support is excellent. And as a reseller, my relationship with my point of contact is also strong. WatchGuard does a good job of maintaining that."

"The most valuable feature of WatchGuard Firebox is the VPN. It's easy to connect to the VPN."

"The most important feature of this solution is the SLAs."

"Regarding the reporting, I was in the Dimension server earlier today. It's very powerful. I like it. And the management features are easy to use. I like the fact that I can open up the System Manager client or I can just do it through the web if I'm making a quick change."

"We had many bottlenecks before deploying WatchGuard Firebox, but when we switched to a higher version of our firewalls, the bottlenecks were solved."

"We have witnessed an ROI as it has helped with security measures."

"What I found most valuable in WatchGuard Firebox is that it's a functional platform that works, and each of its features works well. The solution also has good reporting and dashboard capabilities. I also find the overall performance of WatchGuard Firebox great."

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Cons

"Like any hardware, it has finite scalability restrictions."

"The solution's framework needs to be frequently updated in order to have a stable solution."

"The pricing could be a bit better, especially when you consider how they have the most basic offering priced."

"More SD-WAN features can be integrated into the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall"

"The support is the main thing that needs to be improved."

"I would rate Fortinet support a six out of ten. The immediate response is not that good, particularly when raising a critical or P1 ticket; they lag in the immediate response."

"At the moment, the main concern is the pricing and the type of licensing."

"The solution must improve the support provided for customers around the globe, considering the time differences in different places."

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"I face issues while migrating from Kaspersky to Sangfor Endpoint Secure."

"Sometimes, the VPN is not secure and doesn't work properly in Sangfor Endpoint Secure."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure performs poorly."

"Currently, the tool lacks reporting functionalities."

"When an issue occurs, the response time for first-level support and the time taken for meetings could be improved."

"It would be much more convenient if the migration tool could be installed directly on the customer's VMs, enabling a smoother migration process to the new infrastructure, with potential restrictions addressed accordingly."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure should include healing capabilities."

"It is complicated to establish a tunnel due to technical issues in the VPN system."

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"I would like to see more tutorials on setting up the Firebox."

"Some of the configuration options are somewhat confusing."

"The pricing of WatchGuard Threat Detection and Response could be improved."

"This is a great product and offers great protection but they don't hear the customers' needs. They don't make improvements as per the customers' requests."

"The few issues that we have had, such as not knowing where to go, they have been answered quickly."

"I believe there is a need for additional measures to connect mobile devices securely to the Firebox router."

"In terms of what could be improved, I would say their web blocker feature. It is still quite a confusing setup, especially when you want to filter out a particular category for granularity. For example, you do not want to filter Facebook but you do want to filter Facebook games only. It can be done, but the process to do it is very confusing."

"Due to their lack of investment in marketing, channel development, and certifications, WatchGuard faces challenges in gaining visibility and market share, especially in regions like Pakistan."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Its licenses cost the same for different subscription plans."

"There is a subscription-based model to use Fortinet FortiGate. We pay annually for the solution along with the support. If you want to have all the updates, and security patches you will need to renew your support."

"The platform offers a reasonable price point compared to its competitors."

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

"I would say that all things considered, the pricing is pretty good."

"The license of Fortinet FortiGate should be reduced."

"It's a year based license."

"Fortinet is reasonable in pricing and licensing. Overall, FortiGate is affordable. The licensing fee can be a little high, depending on the budget for your project."

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"The solution is cheap. It is cheaper than other products by 15-20 percent."

"We were using Hyper-V. So, we switched to Sangfor because of the pricing."

"The product is expensive compared to other vendors."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure's pricing is cheap. I rate it seven out of ten."

"Price-wise, Sangfor Endpoint Secure can be considered a competitively priced product in the market as it offers quite low prices compared to other solutions."

"Its "pay as you grow" model offers cost-effectiveness compared to major cloud providers."

"Sangfor Endpoint Secure is not a cheap solution."

"Their price point worked, which is the reason why we stayed with WatchGuard."

"The price of the solution is not expensive, it is less than FortiGate."

"The solution's most valuable feature is its pricing."

"The price is so small that I don't pay attention to it anymore. I think we pay a few thousand dollars for two to three years, so about $100 per month. That's for all of our users. There is an additional cost if we want to go with a deeper licensing model, but we just pay for antivirus, IPS, and main product support."

"For what we use, the tool's price has been reasonable, but it is not the cheapest. The tool has been quite reasonable."

"I think we might be subscribed to one or two of the premium features."

"We license the WatchGuard Firebox annually. There are different types of subscriptions available. We are paying approximately $15,000 annually. The cost can increase if you purchase different subscriptions."

"We don't have any other costs other than the licensing stuff."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

12%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

14%

Government

Computer Software Company

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

11%

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Retailer

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

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Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	357
Midsize Enterprise	133
Large Enterprise	188

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Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	3

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Small Business	92
Midsize Enterprise	27
Large Enterprise	15

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We're a hospital and we use it for developing our incoming and outgoing policies, and we also use it for VPN.

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Also Known As

Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall

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WatchGuard Threat Detection and Response, WatchGuard Application Control, WatchGuard Data Loss Prevention, WatchGuard Gateway AntiVirus, WatchGuard Intrusion Prevention Service

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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Organizations use Sangfor Endpoint Secure for endpoint protection and security management, managing devices, servers, and networks against malicious threats. It also assists in blocking websites, managing infrastructure, applications, antivirus needs, and aids in migrating to cloud environments.

Sangfor Endpoint Secure offers end-to-end protection, incorporating file protection, AI detection, behavior analysis, access control, and ISP load balancing. It facilitates VM migration with minimal downtime and includes a dual-end user interface for creating firewall rules, uploading images, and configuring VM settings. Enhancements such as Hyper-V capabilities, policy certificates, honeypot features, and next-generation firewall integrations are available. However, Sangfor Endpoint Secure could improve on console management, reporting functionalities, public cloud migration support, navigation, VPN system issues, licensing, update management, transitioning processes, and incorporating healing capabilities.

What are its most important features?

Comprehensive end-to-end protection including file protection
AI detection and behavior analysis
Access control and ISP load balancing
Ease of VM migration with minimal downtime
Streamlined dual-end user interface for firewall rules and VM settings
Hyper-V capabilities and policy certificates
Honeypot feature for attack detection and RDP protection
Integration with next-generation firewalls

What benefits or ROI should users look for?

Enhanced device, server, and network security from malicious threats
Simplified migration from on-premises to cloud environments
User-friendly navigation and management capabilities
Advanced detection and behavior analysis reducing potential threats
Streamlined enforcement of robust security policies

Sangfor Endpoint Secure is implemented across various industries to ensure comprehensive security management and protection. IT departments leverage its VM migration capabilities for seamless transitions to cloud environments. Healthcare organizations use it to secure sensitive patient data, while educational institutions utilize it for safeguarding academic records and personal information. Financial services employ it to protect critical transactional data and adhere to stringent compliance requirements.

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WatchGuard Firebox is a high-performance firewall known for its ease of setup, offering robust security with layered protection and centralized management capabilities.

WatchGuard Firebox stands out for its intuitive management and high throughput, addressing security needs with features like VPN, web filtering, and threat detection. Its centralized control and reporting abilities, along with Active Directory integration, make it popular among varied organizations. Its user-friendly interface and ongoing updates enhance usability and reliability. However, there's a call for better cloud-based administration, scalability, and improved integration with third-party vendors.

What are the key features of WatchGuard Firebox?

Ease of Setup: Quick and straightforward installation process.
GUI: User-friendly graphical interface for simplified navigation.
VPN Features: Secure and efficient virtual private network management.
Web Filtering: Advanced filtering for safer browsing experiences.
Threat Detection: Proactive monitoring and detection of cyber threats.

What benefits or ROI should be evaluated?

Centralized Control: Streamlined management from a single point.
High Throughput: Efficient data handling and processing capacity.
Stable Performance: Consistent and reliable operational functionality.
Active Directory Integration: Seamless connection with user directories.
Customer Service: Strong support service for customer inquiries.

WatchGuard Firebox is implemented across industries to secure internet gateways and protect data in multi-site businesses. Its applications span from Unified Threat Management (UTM) and intrusion prevention to compliance support in business environments requiring secure connectivity through VPNs.

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Sample Customers

Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, Dell, HP, Oracle, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Vodafone, Orange, BT Group, Telstra, Deutsche Telekom, Comcast, Time Warner Cable, CenturyLink, NTT Communications, Tata Communications, SoftBank, China Mobile, Singtel, Telus, Rogers Communications, Bell Canada, Telkom Indonesia, Telkom South Africa, Telmex, Telia Company, Telkom Kenya

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