Sangfor NGAF Reviews

Sangfor NGAF is a complete firewall solution.

The most valuable feature of Sangfor NGAF is its integration.

Sangfor NGAF could improve the policies and default criteria. They could be much better.

I have been using Sangfor NGAF for approximately three years.

Sangfor NGAF is stable.

The scalability of Sangfor NGAF is good.

We are using the Sangfor NGAF as our firewall, we have approximately 6,000 to 8,000 end users who are passing through. We have approximately 10 to 15 people using the Sangfor SSL VPN feature remotely from home.

The support from Sangfor NGAF here in Pakistan is great. Whenever I have an issue the support helps me out efficiently.

I rate the support from Sangfor NGAF a five out of five.

The initial setup of Sangfor NGAF is straightforward. Sophos and Fortinet have more difficult initial setups.

I rate the initial setup of Sangfor NGAF a five out of five.

The license of Sangfor NGAF can be purchased at different interval lengths, such as annually or three years. They offer a range of packages to choose from, such as combo or hybrid packages. We are using the complete solution package which includes IM, NGF and SSL VPN, and WAF. 

We have purchased the support for three years.

My advice to others is they should try the solution. I have experienced other solutions, such as Fortinet and I feel much better using this solution overall.

I rate Sangfor NGAF a nine out of ten.

We're using it more for VPN tunneling and security. We're integrating it with the SoundCloud platform to use it in our data center.

We're happily using the IP vSEC VPN. We will use some credentials to connect it to two different sites.

Sangfor's tech features and technologies are more powerful than those of the other solution providers in terms of security. They also have big solutions in terms of cybersecurity.

It has an issue with the Sangfor Cloud Platform rather than the firewall. When we run a virtual machine, the window tabs display Chinese characters. This could be a hindrance when presenting it to clients, especially since many of our clients prefer US-based products. We’re pitching Sangfor as part of our solutions, but the presence of Chinese characters might be a concern.

I have been using Sangfor NGAF as a partner for two to three years.

We've encountered various glitches or bugs with the firewall, particularly when trying to configure redundancy. We're facing challenges with setting up two ISPs on a single, stacked firewall.

We haven't encountered any issues scaling with Sangfor. It follows a more traditional approach to scaling, though we don’t yet fully understand all the scaling capabilities of Sangfor products. However, it does have the basic features needed for scaling.

We have some contacts here locally. We do contact them for support.

Sang four independently is easy to configure. It's very straightforward. However, we're having challenges with the interoperability matrix and other integration for other firewall brands. 

The standard configuration, with basic policies, can take a couple of hours to set up.

One guy in our company can do the configuration.

We achieved a lot of ROI since the competitive pricing is much better than the other brands.

Price is very competitive with other brands.

We encounter different glitches or bugs in the firewall. More likely, we're having a problem with two ISPs being cited in our firewall to have redundancy. We don't know the primary or best practice of configuring two ISPs in a single firewall.

Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

We have a huge market in Pakistan consisting of Sangfor clients. Sangfor itself is based in Pakistan. The tool's OEM team is also in Pakistan, and they are managing the tool quite well.

The solution's most valuable features are that it is scalable, super secure, and has a few features that secure client networks.

Sangfor’s team directly deals with clients. I feel Sangfor should follow the hierarchy and close deals via resellers instead of closing it all with their own team.

I have experience working with Sangfor NGAF.

It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

The solution's technical support is super great. The tool's team is in Pakistan, and they have it all set up and available for users. The tool's after-sales support team is available.

The product's initial setup phase is easy to handle. The tool has its own dashboards, which we can access to pitch clients and demonstrate the whole solution in a few steps, making it quite easy and user-friendly for users.

In my opinion, the price of the tool is good in the Pakistani market. We can easily get discounts if needed. The tool's prices are not firm or strict.

The solution improves network performance as it is a security product.

HCI solutions are used in the Pakistani market, and it is a virtualization solution. We are presenting two solutions for the Pakistani market. One is a security tool like a firewall, and the second is HCI, a storage solution for virtualization. My company sells Sangfor tools to more than 100 clients.

The tool's performance is good.

The tool's application control feature is a built-in option.

The tool's intrusion prevention system is a feature that can be described as a built-in functionality.

I recommend the tool to others because it is a good, economical, scalable, user-friendly, and super secure product.

The tool's updates are fine.

I rate the tool a nine out of ten.

Sangfor NGAF offers built-in Web Application Firewall capabilities, making it a valuable choice for securing WAF servers. We have implemented this feature in numerous deployments, particularly in the fields of financial management and enterprise environments.

We have established an SD-WAN infrastructure with Sangfor NGAF, which has proven to be highly beneficial. The built-in features function as intended, providing exceptional value.

It is a relatively new product in the market, so we are dealing with challenges related to security and malware detection. It will need time to assess its strengths and weaknesses thoroughly. We discovered that the SD-WAN capability is available within this product. It also includes built-in Value-Added Security Technology, which can be cost-effective, but improvements are needed, particularly in enhancing malware detection. Another area for improvement is integrating with other third-party providers' solutions for a more seamless security ecosystem.

We have been working with it for two and a half years.

In terms of stability, there have been occasional issues, such as glitches and disruptions, leading to periods of downtime. Improvement in this area is necessary. I would rate it five out of ten.

Scalability is a key aspect, and we haven't thoroughly tested its compatibility with various other products yet. I would rate it five out of ten.

Our experience with its customer support was quite challenging. There's room for improvement in this aspect.

The initial setup is remarkably straightforward and user-friendly.

The price falls in the mid-range, neither exceptionally low nor high. I would rate it seven out of ten.

Deploying Sangfor NGAF proves highly advantageous for small and medium-sized businesses. Overall, I would rate it seven out of ten.

Sangfor NGAF is our gateway to the ISP. We also use it to filter the website that our employees deploy to the firewall and to access to our systems through the web. 

Sangfor reports on any intrusions in real-time so you can immediately whitelist or blacklist these reported intrusions. It makes our work easier because we previously only used MikroTIK which required significant manual effort. 

I really like the SSL VPN. Instead of paying for a virtual private network, we can utilize our own Internet service provider, and use our Internet connection to run access.

For some reason, Sangfor doesn't filter certain websites and applications. It should recognize them and utilize the bandwidth between applications. Also, if we try to block YouTube or Facebook videos, some users will use applications like Siphon for viewing so our bandwidth is still being utilized for non-work purposes. It might detect that somebody is using Siphon, but it cannot be blocked. It's inconsistent, sometimes one user can be blocked while another will have access. 

I've been using this solution for four years. 

The solution is stable and it really protects our systems and the data within our company.  

What we are using now doesn't have the SFP+, only the gigabit ethernet ports. We need to purchase a different model to accommodate the one with SFP+ because what we have now doesn't accommodate additional expansion slots for SFP+. We probably have 100 users who communicate with our head office from outside our region.

We don't encounter a lot of problems but if we do, there is access to 24/7 support, whether it's chat or email support. If there's an issue we make contact. 

Positive

We did not used any network security solutions before

The initial setup was very straightforward and deployment took less than a day. We had one in-house person responsible for deployment and we started using the solution immediately. 

I rate the implementation a nine out of ten.

The setup is a breeze and the pricing is definitely low when compared to the competition.

I looked into Sophos XG.

I rate this solution an eight out of ten. 

We use Sangfor NGAF for security and bandwidth management. It blocks websites and applications. 

Sangfor NGAF blocks incoming security threats.

The reporting and log management could be improved. 

I have used Sangfor NGAF for four or five years.

I rate Sangfor 10 out of 10 for stability. We haven't had any problems so far. 

I rate Sangfor NGAF nine out of 10 for scalability. 

A partner helped us set Sangfor up initially. It's complicated at first but it gets easier. 

I rate Sangfor NGAF nine out of 10 for ROI. 

I rate Sangfor NGAF eight out of 10 for affordability. We have an advanced security license that we renew every three years. 

We considered other solutions but ultimately went with Sangfor NGAF because of the price and value. 

I rate Sangfor NGAF nine out of 10. You might try Sangfor if you are on a tight budget. The price is affordable, and Sangfor offers a lot of features. We don't have any complaints about Sangfor. 

Sangfor NGAF can be used as a firewall for protecting servers, data, users, and access to the internet.

Sangfor NGAF works accordingly with our customers. The solution has good performance, easy to use, and integrates well with the endpoints.

I have been using Sangfor NGAF for approximately one year.

We have sold a few units to our customers and we have not had an issue with the stability.

We have customers in small to medium-sized companies.

We have less than 110 customers that are using this solution.

Their technical support is good, they are responsive. They have been able to resolve all of the issues that we faced.

The installation is easy, and the time it takes depends on the customer's environment. Doing the policies could take additional time.

We have approximately four people that support the solution. We have experience in deploying and maintaining the solution. Though the company could offer better training to us.

Sangfor NGAF price is reasonable and there is an annual license. However, the maintenance cost can be a bit high.

Fortinet solutions sell at a very cheap price upfront, but after that maintenance fees, which they keep increasing it can become expensive. I hope Sangfor does not follow that model.

I have evaluated other solutions, such as Fortinet.

I would recommend this solution to others.

I have clients that are switching from Fortinet to Sangfor NGAF because the price of Fortinet's service is increasing. Sangfor NGAF has good integration with their endpoints which makes it a very attractive offering.

Sangfor is arranging much-needed training for resellers. There needs to be better marketing awareness not for the reseller, but for the consumer here in Malaysia. Sangfor needs to do some advertisements to attract more market awareness. Relying on resellers can be difficult when the market is very large. However, resellers do focus on their product, they also try to engage, and hire more.

I rate Sangfor NGAF an eight out of ten.

I believe I am using the recently updated firmware of version 4.0.

User-wise, the bandwidth management is one of the most valuable features. Also, certain features are available in the NGFW. 

The solution self-diagnoses everything, which we refer to as vulnerability assessment. It automatically runs on one's network and lists the pros and cons. I consider it to be very catchy. 

I believe that IAM and NGFW need to merge into a single box, instead of there being two separate box solutions.

I have been working with Sangfor NGAF for around three years.

So far, the solution has shown itself to be very stable. 

The solution is scalable and I can upgrade it to 40, which I consider to be a good thing. 

Technical support is very good. In a single call, the support person can come on site or address ones needs remotely within minutes. 

Prior to Sangfor NGAF we worked with Fortinet.

We switched because the previous solution did not readily make available support personnel. Also, while we considered the product to be stable, we felt the support to be very slow.

The setup was easy from the get go. In four steps one can configure the entire firewall. 

Give or take, it took no more than two or three hours. 

The price is very cheap. It cannot be matched. 

While Palo Alto claims to be pioneers in vulnerability assessment and risk management, I could not find references on the website to support this. Only Sangfor firewall has the requisite vulnerability assessment.

Moreover, Palo Alto and Sangfor are pretty much equal in terms of technology and interfaces. I was doing research to verify the vulnerability and risk assessments claims promoted on the website, as I was unable to find these. 

I am a customer and use Sangfor NGAF 5600 in my premises.

There are more than 2,000 users making use of the solution in my company.

The solution is quite safe and good. Furthermore, it is very good for different environments.

I rate Sangfor NGAF as a nine-point-five out of ten. 

The most valuable features are the WAN optimization, the internet access gateway (IAG), and the central console, which allows us to implement on their firewall. 

An area for improvement would be the number of ports defined on the box. In the next release, I would like them to develop their provisioning stage of enrolling end devices.

I have been working with this solution for three months.

The stability is good.

The technical support is good - they are very supportive and friendly and are available even on the weekends.

Previously, I have worked with Palo Alto, Fortinet, Sophos, and Endpoint Kaspersky. I would recommend Sangfor over these due to its ability to implement user restrictions.

The initial setup was not complex.

Sangfor's pricing is competitive.

This product is very user-friendly, and its Layer 7 security is very much improved. It can be customized to a very deep level. I would give this solution a score of eight out of ten.

Our customers purchase Sangfor NGAF primarily out of budgetary considerations. Sangfor enables high power internet access. Indonesia has a big market, not only as concerns the firewall. 

While the features are not dissimilar to other brands, configuration is much more simple, which works out great for Indonesian people. 

The solution has too many bugs and these slow down the implementation. The software should be updated to account for this. 

We have not received complaints from our customers about the solution's stability.

We have not received complaints from our customers about the solution's scalability. 

So far, we have not had occasion to contact tech support. 

As we are a distributor, we have our own maintenance team. 

When it comes to the price of firewall solutions, Sangfor NGAF takes the cake. It is cheaper than Fortinet, Sophos, Check Point and Palo Alto. 

I would no longer offer Sangfor, as I have ceased to be its distributor. I am now a distributor for Check Point. 

I rate Sangfor NGAF as an eight out of ten, owing to its bugs.