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SonicWall Email Security vs Sophos Email comparison

SonicWall and Sophos are both solutions in the Email Security category. SonicWall is ranked #31 with an average rating of 7.7, while Sophos is ranked #10 with an average rating of 8.2. SonicWall holds a 0.5% mindshare in Email Security, compared to Sophos’s 2.0% mindshare. Additionally, 87% of SonicWall users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 96% of Sophos users who would recommend it.
SonicWall Email Security
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87% willing to recommend
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96% willing to recommend
 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

SonicWall Email Security and Sophos Email are competing products in the business email protection category. Sophos Email has the upper hand due to its superior features which justify its higher investment.

Features: SonicWall Email Security offers advanced threat protection, anti-phishing, and comprehensive reporting. Sophos Email includes robust threat intelligence, AI-based threat detection, and seamless integration with existing security systems.

Room for Improvement: SonicWall Email Security could enhance its AI-driven capabilities and integration options. It also has a limited ability to block attachments by extension type. Sophos Email can improve its false positive rates and reporting features, and improve its signature-based detection.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: SonicWall Email Security supports on-premises, cloud, and hybrid models, with responsive customer service. Sophos Email provides streamlined deployment via its cloud-native platform and offers reliable support.

Pricing and ROI: SonicWall Email Security offers lower upfront costs, delivering good ROI with cost-effective solutions. Sophos Email, despite higher setup costs, provides substantial ROI due to advanced features and long-term security benefits.

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Categories and Ranking

SonicWall Email Security
Ranking in Email Security
31st
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Sophos Email
Ranking in Email Security
10th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
33
Ranking in other categories
Office 365 Protection (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Email Security category, the mindshare of SonicWall Email Security is 0.5%, down from 0.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sophos Email is 2.0%, down from 2.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Email Security Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Sophos Email2.0%
SonicWall Email Security0.5%
Other97.5%
Email Security
 

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Swapnil Kulkarni - PeerSpot reviewer
Has consistently supported security needs for mid-sized teams with affordable deployment
I do not work with Cloud Secure Edge, CSE, or SMA apart from SonicWall NSA. I am not satisfied with phishing protection, as it falls completely under the email domain security. The customizable policy configuration does not help to tailor email security overall because our systems are not integrated with SonicWall Email Security. We are not using reporting and analytics because it requires completely different software. While all required features are available in SonicWall Email Security for SMBs and startups, we lack analytics features. They provide an option to purchase a complete separate product for analytics, but despite initially having purchased the paper license, due to technical limitations or changes, we cannot use that product. Now they require additional fees to access the analytics feature.
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BhanuPrakash - PeerSpot reviewer
Achieving Seamless Email Security and Encryption while Managing Temporary Email Storage Limits
We continue to use Sophos products and remain with the company. For firewall protection, we use XGS systems. We have provided Sophos Email Gateway for one of our clients. We have integrated Sophos Email with our internal email server, using it for both outbound and inbound traffic. Integration with Office 365 protection for Sophos Email Security works smoothly without any challenges. The solution is totally cloud-based. I recommend Sophos Email for mid-sized companies as it is a good option, though it may not be ideal for large-scale or small businesses. I have not tried incorporating AI technology with Sophos Email yet. I am Bhanu Prakash, Technical Head for Systek Services, and can be reached at b.hanu@teamsistek.com. I am a partner with Sophos. Overall rating for Sophos Email: 10/10.
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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

"The product is easy to manage in terms of configurations."
"We always get ROI from the product we are using; it is completely flexible and acceptable according to our security requirements over the last four years and currently."
"Beside a few issues with specificity in the email protection controls, this product is very good at handling email security."
"The most valuable features are the anti-spam, anti-phishing, anti-virus, and anti-spoofing."
"According to our customers, the product's most valuable feature is the ability to detect spam and reduce phishing emails."
"It is a very scalable solution."
"The anti-spam aspect of the solution is its most valuable feature."
"This solution provides very good email security that protects us against spamming and malware."
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"The tool's most valuable feature is the anti-spam detection filter. Its threat email intelligence features help to identify email data."
"Sophos Email is a stable solution."
"The best thing about it is the logs."
"I cannot guarantee any email by its name. It can be spam. Sophos Email helps to double-check whether an email is spam or not. It has a dashboard which gives an overview of the alerts."
"It's easy to use and the configuration is straightforward."
"The solution's identity proxy feature is very good and reliable."
"I rate Sophos Email nine point five."
"I have found Sophos Email to be scalable."
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Cons

"There could be definition updates included in the subscription."
"They need well-trained partners in Nigeria."
"SonicWall Email Security could improve by making the file blocking and the release feature easier to use"
"The pricing could be improved."
"The technical support from the company is not always very good at solving issues, but they offer access to a good community of users where problems are easily solved."
"The platform's control panel needs enhancement."
"The protection level for email security isn't 100%. I'm still getting some spam and junk mail."
"Updates could be released more frequently."
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"However, the setup was tricky, particularly with the DNS routing between Microsoft Exchange Online and Sophos cloud services. It took me about four attempts to get it working correctly. Despite that, Sophos Email does everything we need, so we don't require any additional capabilities now."
"The solution's technical support is slow and unresponsive. You need to book time in order to get support."
"The installation of Sophos Email could be easier. It's a bit difficult because setting up the email virtually requires some bit of technical knowledge."
"Servicing and support are areas with shortcomings where the solution needs to improve."
"Sophos Email needs to increase the number of promos."
"Email installation could be more user-friendly so that it can be done without involving the partner"
"A lot of legit emails get quarantined."
"The solution's sandboxing and spam control features could be improved."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"When compared with Cisco, it is very well priced. Cisco is very expensive."
"The cost is cheaper than Sophos. I would rate it as five out of ten."
"Our customers purchase the solution's yearly license."
"The platform offers a yearly license."
"The overall price of SonicWall Email Security should be reduced and there should be an option to purchase one or two licenses more instead of their current policy of bulk increases only. There should be more flexibility in the licensing model. Each license cost approximately $33 annually."
"I rate the application’s pricing a five out of ten."
"We have a two-year license subscription and the price is very high."
"Sophos Email is a little expensive for us, but it's necessary. We have a subscription and renew it every three years."
"The platform is inexpensive. It offers a cost-effective licensing model. We purchase its yearly license."
"The pricing is fair."
"The tool's pricing is medium."
"The pricing is quite reasonable, with a fixed cost and no additional charges."
"Sophos Email is priced lower than its competitors."
"There is an additional fee for their central managed console."
"I would rate the pricing of Sophos Email as a six. It is considered affordable as a standalone product, and there are no additional costs besides licensing. The pricing is fixed."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Construction Company
11%
Educational Organization
11%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Healthcare Company
7%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business11
Midsize Enterprise2
Large Enterprise3
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business25
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise5
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about SonicWall Email Security?
According to our customers, the product's most valuable feature is the ability to detect spam and reduce phishing emails.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SonicWall Email Security?
The solution is affordable.
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What needs improvement with SonicWall Email Security?
I do not work with Cloud Secure Edge, CSE, or SMA apart from SonicWall NSA. I am not satisfied with phishing protection, as it falls completely under the email domain security. The customizable pol...
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What do you like most about Sophos Email?
The solution's identity proxy feature is very good and reliable.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Sophos Email?
Regarding Sophos Email pricing, I would rate it between six or seven out of ten.
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What needs improvement with Sophos Email?
While Sophos Email is generally sufficient, one challenge we face is the 24-hour email storage limitation. This presents an issue when internal systems are down for more than 24 hours. The solution...
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Also Known As

Dell SonicWALL Email Security Platform, SonicWall Hosted Email Security
Sophos Email Security
 

Overview

SonicWALL Email Security Platform offers powerful protection to keep email threats out. And sensitive data in. With innovative protection techniques for both inbound and outbound email plus unique management tools, the Email Security platform delivers superior email protection today while standing ready to stop the new attacks of tomorrow.
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Sophos Email is a comprehensive email security solution designed to protect organizations from advanced threats and data loss. It offers robust protection against malware, phishing attacks, and spam, ensuring that only legitimate emails reach users' inboxes. 

With advanced threat intelligence and machine learning algorithms, it can detect and block sophisticated attacks in real-time. Additionally, it provides encryption and data loss prevention capabilities to safeguard sensitive information. 

The solution is easy to deploy and manage, with a user-friendly interface and centralized control. Sophos Email offers seamless integration with popular email platforms, ensuring uninterrupted communication while maintaining security. 

With its comprehensive features and proactive approach, Sophos Email is a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance their email security.

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Sample Customers

Star Kay White, Locala Community Partnerships
Del Monte Foods, Terra Verde, spicerhaart, RIVERLITE, Dataprise, SureBridge, Reed's School, Sayfol International School
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