Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) vs Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform comparison

Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform are both solutions in the Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) category. Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is ranked #8 with an average rating of 8.9, while Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform is ranked #9 with an average rating of 8.5. Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) holds a 1.8% mindshare in CASB, compared to Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform’s 9.0% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 98% of Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 8, 2026

Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform and Zscaler Private Access compete in the cybersecurity market, focusing on secure internet and application access. Based on comparisons, Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform seems to have the upper hand due to its cost-effective nature and integrated features that lower the need for additional components.

Features: Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform provides solutions with inherent security features like web filtering, data loss prevention, and SSL inspection, emphasizing ease of use and deployment. The platform integrates seamlessly with cloud services and excels in scalability. Zscaler Private Access offers VPN capabilities with zero trust network access, automatic single sign-on, and micro-segmentation for enhanced application security.

Room for Improvement: Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform needs enhancements in speed, network performance, and licensing simplicity. Additionally, it requires improved visibility into connections and SCMP network layer support. Zscaler Private Access should focus on refining external access integrations, interface intuitiveness, and mobile troubleshooting. There's also room for improvement in granular policy, reporting capabilities, and managing integration complexities.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Both Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform and Zscaler Private Access are valued for their hybrid and cloud deployment options, including public and private environments. The customer service for ZPA is robust but can have slow response times. The global support for Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform is available but inconsistent in quality. Users acknowledge the extensive support network, though improved knowledge among support representatives is desired.

Pricing and ROI: Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform is seen as more cost-effective, offering significant savings through its cloud-based structure. Zscaler Private Access is more expensive due to advanced security features, though both solutions provide a good return on investment by reducing traditional infrastructure costs. However, complex and expensive licensing add-ons are a concern for both products.

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iboss

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) category, the mindshare of iboss is 2.5%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is 1.8%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform is 9.0%, down from 9.8% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
iboss	2.5%
Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)	1.8%
Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform	9.0%
Other	86.7%

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Featured Reviews

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Managing Director

Enhances web security with a single pane of glass and flexible deployment

I don't see any need for improvement; one of the really good things about iboss as a company is that they listen to customer feedback. I have suggested enhancements, and they are responsive, making changes for the better, and they do a lot of testing. To improve iboss, although we haven't used it, we considered the VPN solution that comes with the highest tier licensing, which includes DLP and various other add-ons. We prefer using another product which automatically logs you back onto your network when turning on your PC. With iboss, the connection is manual, which doesn't meet our needs. Additionally, sizing can be tricky because, although the initial recommendations may seem adequate, actual usage may require more gateways than anticipated.

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Martin Partridge

Solutions Architect at Direct Line Group

User access is simplified and secured through central core functionalities

The simplicity and logical structure of Zscaler make it easy to use and administer. It allows grouping, enabling en masse access conveniently. Unlike the BlueCoat proxy, which was more prescriptive and individual-focused, Zscaler offers group access. Additionally, Zscaler's modern tools enhance the network architecture by passing everything through a central core of security, ensuring everything is secure before accessing the internet.

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Zaheer_Khan

Cybersecurity Senior Program Manager at Dayforce

Secure access has improved remote work and has reduced vulnerabilities across our workforce

Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform probably needs to be more efficient because scanning takes a lot of time. Some vulnerabilities create issues, and when we wanted to identify the source of the vulnerabilities, specifically focusing on mobile ID and related areas, it was unable to provide assistance. However, according to discussions with Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform, they said that by the end of mid-2026, they are exploring these features, and probably those features can be incorporated or embedded into this particular system. That is the only major negative point.In terms of responses, Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform is good. In terms of controlling vulnerability, it is good. The only cons I have noticed is that it is a bit slower, and sometimes it is unable to identify the source. These are the key areas for improvement.

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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

"First of all, the security policies are essential. I do not have to rely solely on Active Directory for our users."

"iboss is easy to use despite its complexity. Multiple engineers manage it, but it's significantly more straightforward to administer than traditional VPNs and web proxies."

"The solution has massively improved our security posture, giving us full visibility into what our staff does online."

"We chose iboss for both zero trust and proxy (SWG) because their SWG was superior."

"It was a very easy product to install. It can be deployed very fast."

"iboss is among the few products providing inline filtering where no application is needed on the device."

"Technical support is pretty sharp and very responsive."

"I would definitely recommend iboss for web filtering purposes to other organizations or individuals."

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"The best advantage of the product is that it is always on as a VPN, which gives us much more functionality."

"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is more secure than these particular VPN solutions."

"Overall, I would rate it a nine out of ten."

"Zscaler Private Access helps by resolving network choke issues, allowing application access from public networks without needing to integrate with internal networks."

"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is much more secure than VPN because users are only allowed to access specific applications rather than the whole network."

"The scalability is amazing. Whenever we need to upgrade the users, it increases immediately."

"Zscaler Private Access helps by resolving network choke issues, allowing application access from public networks without needing to integrate with internal networks."

"Zscaler ZPA is easy to administer and is organized in a straightforward and logical manner."

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"The Live Logs are a cool feature. We can directly identify issues and divert user traffic."

"The agent's versatility is notable, used for digital experience monitoring to collect valuable endpoint metrics for troubleshooting."

"You can close your data protection gaps with Zscaler. You can quickly find all the classified, sensitive data across the cloud."

"On DLP terms, Zscaler Cloud DLP ensures that data doesn't go outside of the organization. So on the network level, Zscaler does a pretty good job."

"It is a stable solution."

"What I find most valuable in Zscaler Private Access is that it's a VPN. Its connectivity as a VPN is its most valuable feature."

"I like its ease of use. It has a single pane of glass for the ZIA and ZPA pieces. It is very manageable. It is also very easy to deploy for secure access, and it gives half-decent coverage for visibility in terms of what the users use and what data is being proxied through the access gateway."

"The most valuable aspect of Zscaler Cloud DLP is its automatic DLP feature."

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Cons

"I am currently doing a PoC of the zero trust aspect of it. Compared to other similar solutions, it is hard to get around each feature. It takes a while to get used to it."

"The dashboards for local use could be better."

"Fold that in with the risk intelligence they're getting from all of the different subscriptions they are a part of. Now, these security companies subscribe to things like emerging threats, databases, etc. You can fold all this intelligence to decide what's happening on an endpoint. I would love to see them start moving into that space. That would compete directly with Microsoft. Maybe that's why they haven't. Having that ability native within the solution would be great. The other area in which I would love to see improvement is more detailed descriptions of why they block websites."

"The reporting feature needs improvement."

"The area I would like to see improvement in is the ability with in the reporter to navigate directly to the content the user is traversing. It is kind of there, but it's not perfect. Quite frequently, I receive links that lead me to pages with error messages."

"Regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing, iboss is not cheap, and that's my only concern."

"The reporting feature needs improvement. It doesn't give you the expected results. It is quite difficult to get the specific reports needed, and it is not as intuitive as the rest of the platform."

"SSL decryption: We had issues with learners using apps instead of using web browsers. This type of encryption is tough for any appliance in a BYOD environment."

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"One area for improvement is setting posture profiles for vendor machines."

"The rollout process could be much easier, and the configuration of identity providers like Azure is more complicated than with other zero trust network providers. This can be a pain point."

"Zscaler restricts customization to a maximum of 256 customizable rules, which can be a limitation for us."

"The lack of control over the 700+ external IPs through which traffic exits Zscaler is problematic."

"I am not happy with the technical support from Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), particularly in India, where reachability is an issue with salespersons."

"The current pain points we sometimes experience relate to the additional security applications we have on the laptops, and sometimes I don't know if I didn't get any notification from the application because it's an agent problem or something security-wise blocking this."

"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) can be improved by expanding integrations."

"Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) could be improved by making troubleshooting for specific mobile devices such as iPhones more intuitive, as identifying the root cause for mobile connectivity issues can sometimes be complex."

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"Price-wise, it is a costly product and it should be reduced."

"It's an expensive solution."

"The customers would benefit from more robust documentation and conversations around configurations, as it is slightly complex."

"We would like to extend the SASE applications for Zscaler."

"There could be a feature to view the VPN tunnel activities in terms of configuration."

"Having a Zscaler-specific device could streamline this process and provide a more consistent user experience across diverse branches."

"The granularity in blocking is not sufficient, as new domains are automatically blocked for 30 days without further information."

"Users report application access or latency issues with Zscaler Private Access."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is expensive compared to one of its competitors."

"We have not priced the solution recently, but they were competitive with other vendors in the past."

"It is not expensive, and it is also not cheap. iboss is priced right in the sweet spot for the number of features it offers."

"The overall pricing for iboss is very competitive and transparent."

"We had the cost of purchasing a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs. However, the following year, the cost of just licensing was similar to what was paid the previous year for a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs."

"It is probably in line with other solutions, but I do not deal with the financial side."

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"It's expensive currently. But when purchasing for a large number of users, there's room to negotiate. It's really up to the procurement team."

"It is an auto-renewal subscription service."

"My company is a Zscaler Private Access partner, so the customers pay for the license fees."

"Pricing for Zscaler Private Access is moderate. It's acceptable, though I can't give you the exact price currently. It's not too expensive, and on a scale of one to five, I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing."

"The price is competitive."

"Zscaler Private Access is extremely expensive."

"As per industry leads, Zscaler CASB is an expensive solution."

"Zscaler CASB is an expensive solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

11%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

13%

Insurance Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

11%

Manufacturing Company

10%

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Small Business	6
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	5

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Small Business	2
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	7

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Small Business	16
Midsize Enterprise	12
Large Enterprise	42

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with iboss?

For zero trust implementation, we encountered complexity issues, especially with a large infrastructure company Exxon...

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What is your primary use case for iboss?

Previously when I used iboss, we did the POC for iboss for ExxonMobil. Four or five people wanted to move from our ol...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for iboss?

Regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing, iboss is not cheap, and that's my only concern. There are cheaper alte...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?

Regarding pricing, setup costs, and licensing for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), while it is not the cheapest solution...

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What needs improvement with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?

After deploying Zscaler Private Access (ZPA), I notice a reduction in VPN-related support tickets, particularly durin...

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What is your primary use case for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA)?

My primary use case for Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) is securing application-level access to internal applications wi...

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What is the better solution - Prisma Access or Zscaler Private Access?

We looked into Prisma Access before choosing Zscaler Private Access (ZPA). Palo Alto’s Prisma Access is a secure ac...

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What do you like most about Zscaler SASE?

The most valuable features of Zscaler Private Access are reliability, scalability, and availability.

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What needs improvement with Zscaler SASE?

The solution needs to improve a lot of aspects.

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iBoss Cloud Platform

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Zscaler SASE, Zscaler DLP, Zscaler CASB, Zscaler CSPM, Zscaler Browser Isolation, Zscaler Posture Control

Overview

Iboss offers a comprehensive cloud-based security platform valued for its scalability and autonomous features, ensuring robust security with easy deployment and management capabilities.

Renowned for its robust security architecture, Iboss integrates seamlessly within diverse networks, delivering efficient granular filtering and advanced content categorization. Its single pane of glass console provides ease of management, allowing rapid scalability suitable for rapidly deploying environments. Operates in BYOD setups due to inline filtering without device installation. Integration with cloud-based applications enhances user control, and features like SASE, SSL inspection, and ChatGPT risk protection stand as highlights. Despite its strengths, users have pointed out areas for enhancement like direct navigation in reports, SSL decryption, and better cloud integration while having room to improve data loss prevention.

What are the most important features of Iboss?

Scalability: Supports rapid deployment across diverse networks.
SASE: A consolidated approach to secure access.
SSL Inspection: Ensures safe data transmission.
Granular Filtering: Detailed control over accessible content.
Single Pane Management: Unifies control through a centralized console.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Cost-effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing with robust features.
Autonomous Operation: Reduces management overhead.
Responsive Support: Provides assistance when needed.
Flexible Deployment: Available for both cloud and on-premises environments.

The usage of Iboss spans educational institutions, specifically K-12, to enforce internet policies, protect data, and support remote work environments. It provides web filtering and security frameworks to ensure safe browsing. Its platform-as-a-service model offers flexibility for both cloud-based and on-premises requirements, integrating seamlessly to deliver enhanced security features suitable for various deployment needs including zero trust, CASB, and network security for work-from-home setups.

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Zscaler Private Access enhances security by enabling access to specific applications without exposing entire networks. It is designed for scalability and flexibility, making it particularly suitable for cloud transitions and remote work environments.

Zscaler Private Access offers a comprehensive solution for modern security needs by ensuring secure remote application access. This is achieved through its advanced features such as micro-segmentation and AI capabilities. Organizations can integrate ZPA with existing security infrastructure, providing seamless operation during cloud transitions. Users benefit from policy-based access management and dashboards that enhance visibility and control. However, ZPA faces some challenges, including bugs, configuration difficulties with identity providers, and a limited rule customization capacity. Delayed support responses and annual price increases are also concerns that need addressing.

What are the key features of Zscaler Private Access?

Micro-segmentation: Restricts application access to improve security.
AI Capabilities: Enhances operational efficiency through intelligent actions.
Group Access: Allows secure access management for different user groups.
Policy-based Access: Ensures control and oversight with customized policies.
Integration Support: Seamlessly incorporates existing security tools.

What benefits should users expect when evaluating Zscaler Private Access?

Scalability: Supports growing demands without compromising service.
Ease of Use: Simplifies operations for remote access and cloud integration.
Visibility and Control: Comprehensive oversight through dashboards and policy management.
Operational Flexibility: Allows adjustments to meet user requirements effectively.

Zscaler Private Access is widely adopted across industries transitioning from traditional VPNs to more secure remote access solutions. Companies leverage it for secure network communication, accessing cloud resources like AWS and Azure, and integrating with internal systems. Local, customer, and cloud networks extensively use ZPA for secure internet access and as a modern replacement for older proxy technologies.

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Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange enhances security with seamless cloud-based connectivity and VPN-less operation, offering integration with multiple identity providers and advanced security features, suitable for remote work environments.

Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange provides secure, adaptive connectivity without traditional VPNs, allowing organizations to replace legacy systems and bolster remote work security. The platform offers cloud-based protection, single sign-on, dynamic URL categorization, and scalable solutions. While advanced security features like DLP and threat protection enhance data protection, users may face issues with speed, connectivity, and some customization options. Integration challenges, latency due to multi-tenant hosting, reporting delays, and licensing costs require consideration. It supports secure internet access and private application security, ensuring traffic control and data compliance.

What are the key features of Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange?

VPN-less Connectivity: Enables secure remote access without traditional VPNs.
Cloud-based Security: Offers scalable protection utilizing cloud infrastructure.
Single Sign-On: Integrates with multiple identity providers for streamlined access.
Dynamic URL Categorization: Provides real-time URL filtering to enhance security.
Advanced Threat Protection: Detects and mitigates sophisticated threats effectively.
Customizable Policies: Allows tailored security protocols to fit unique requirements.
Comprehensive DLP: Protects sensitive data through robust data loss prevention.
Integration Capabilities: Connects seamlessly with cloud services and applications.

What are the benefits of using Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange?

Enhanced Security: Delivers consistent protection regardless of user location.
Improved Compliance: Ensures adherence to data protection regulations.
Streamlined Access: Simplifies connectivity to private and cloud applications.
Scalability: Supports expanding organizational demands with cloud scalability.
Real-time Visibility: Provides instant insights into security incidents and network traffic.

Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange is deployed across industries to secure remote access and enforce zero trust principles. Organizations in finance, healthcare, and technology sectors utilize it for secure internet access and visibility into cloud applications, enhancing performance and compliance in dynamic environments.

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Sample Customers

More than 4,000 global enterprises trust the iboss Cloud Platform to support their modern workforces, including a large number of Fortune 50 companies.

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