Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client vs Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Netgate TNSR
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Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
24th
Average Rating
7.6
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
Routers (6th)
Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mob...
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
3rd
Average Rating
8.6
Number of Reviews
69
Ranking in other categories
Cisco Security Portfolio (6th)
Harmony SASE (formerly Peri...
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
7th
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
55
Ranking in other categories
Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (5th), Firewalls (10th), Anti-Malware Tools (9th), ZTNA as a Service (3rd), ZTNA (1st), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Netgate TNSR is 0.1%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is 8.9%, down from 9.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is 1.5%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
Unique Categories:
Routers
2.4%
Cisco Security Portfolio
8.9%
Secure Web Gateways (SWG)
1.0%
Firewalls
0.1%
 

Featured Reviews

Harish (Kumar) - PeerSpot reviewer
Apr 3, 2023
Good gateway with helpful traffic shaping and load balancing
There must be a wizard section as per the use case. For example, if we need a simple firewall there must be an auto-install of most required packages. In the same way, if we need a more strict firewall, then different configuration settings. There must be a more easy-to-use GUI. More documentation should be available within the package manager. A visible ON/OFF button must be there and can be easily configured as required. An additional non-us electrical plug must be inside the box. There should be an option to upgrade RAM (i.e. 8GB to 16GB). It can enhance the capacity of the proxy server.
RS
Jul 3, 2022
A reliable, easy to configure and stable solution with excellent SSL security
We use Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client to connect to the office network from the general internet. So whenever anybody works remotely, it is used to connect to the office network Compared to other products, it is reliable and easy to configure, and the Cisco Firewall can last for many…
Ashish Upadhyay - PeerSpot reviewer
Jan 30, 2024
Helps to safeguard financial transactions against potential threats, especially those posed by Quantum computing advancements
We utilize cryptographic techniques, leveraging the tool's capabilities in Blockchain, to safeguard financial transactions against potential threats, especially those posed by Quantum computing advancements. Integrating Quantum-resilient technology into our decentralized enterprise framework…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It's an ideal gateway solution for small and medium businesses, i.e., around 300 devices can be easily handled."
"The solution has good performance."
"AnyConnect SMC's best features are that it's secure and connects seamlessly to clients' networks."
"I like the ability to share the connections or simply to be able to pass the credentials for a connection to other colleagues without bothering too much about the connection being tracked or about security, because each and every user will require a secret password, so I don't really care about sending the details. It's very secure."
"This solution gives you double security because it uses both hard and soft tokens."
"The most valuable feature is the ease of use."
"The solution works very well. You just click and it's working."
"The ability to connect to the VPN remotely."
"The most valuable feature of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is the consistency, I have not had any issues with the performance."
"The initial setup is very easy."
"It's improved the security of every single OS in the organization as well as the visibility and security capabilities."
"While the higher cost and complexity may pose challenges for smaller companies without extensive IT resources, the value provided by Check Point's advanced capabilities and excellent 24/7 support justifies the investment. Overall, it is highly recommended that insurance firms prioritize data security and regulatory compliance, especially medium to large companies with the resources to manage and fully utilize its features."
"The ease of use not only translates to quick adoption rates - it also ensures that our employees remain compliant with our cybersecurity protocols, enhancing the overall security posture of our organization."
"The product has a reasonably high pricing."
"SD-WAN is one of the primary solutions offered by Perimeter 81."
"The solution offers both client and clientless versions for good remote access."
"It helps to quickly get access to the pages I need."
"The scalability is good, and I'd give it an eight out of ten."
 

Cons

"There must be a more easy-to-use GUI."
"Behavior analytics and other newer technologies should be integrated into the solution."
"In the next release, Cisco should add a chat feature."
"At times, the login process takes a lot of time."
"Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client could improve by making a feature to set it apart from other competitors."
"Sometimes when you disconnect or switch from one wireless network to another, it's necessary to re-login."
"I would like to see improvements in regards to the connectivity speed."
"Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client would be perfect if it weren't for the fingerprint feature."
"I believe that the authentication component may be enhanced. SAML, more specifically user authentication."
"In order to have to bypass the login using the website, a good feature for Perimeter 81 to have is a login instance in the Perimeter 81 application. I'm using a Mac and we don't have that functionality."
"The integration from a management perspective could be improved so that the management can, from an existing Check Point firewall, manage a Harmony firewall through one pane of glass."
"There is an issue when installing the Check Point client."
"When it comes to firewall configuration, sometimes we encounter issues."
"The tool could be more user-friendly."
"While the product has been instrumental in enhancing security, continuous improvement is essential. Feedback from users and ongoing technological advancements should guide the refinement of these security measures."
"The solution's speed of upload and download is an area where it lacks"
"I have found that the log-in/out process takes quite some time."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is not a license required for this solution but the price should be less expensive."
"The initial cost is the ASA and other items, but after that, it is relatively inexpensive."
"We pay for an annual subscription. Additionally to the subscription, we thought in order to connect this solution to the Active Directory we had to purchase a Cisco ACS, Access Control System. It turns out we did not actually need it."
"The pricing depends on the requirement, so proper planning and an RF analysis help to properly size the solution and get the best pricing."
"We have yearly licensing and it's very affordable."
"There is a license needed to use this solution. There are different licensing models available, such as a three-year license."
"The solution is reasonably priced and costs $600 for a five-year license in our scenario."
"I am using a paid version of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client."
"One thing I've noticed is the price in comparison to other VPNs."
"The pricing is good, especially when you compare it to other firewall or UTM solutions from FortiGate or SonicWall, where you would have to invest about four hundred thousand rupees for 100 users over a three-year period."
"The solution is priced appropriately considering its uses. For an essential license, a user pays only 30 USD per month. For an enterprise version, the prices can be negotiated with the company."
"Regarding pricing, I can say that the more the number of users, the less they have to pay."
"Annual licenses cost $30 to $40 each."
"The cost of the solution's licenses depends on the particular use cases."
"Overall I am very happy with the solution’s flexibility and pricing."
"The product is reasonably priced."
"The product is neither cheap nor expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Government
7%
Educational Organization
42%
Computer Software Company
17%
Government
5%
Financial Services Firm
4%
Computer Software Company
21%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Security Firm
6%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Netgate TNSR?
It's an ideal gateway solution for small and medium businesses, i.e., around 300 devices can be easily handled.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netgate TNSR?
The product is very cost-effective and has no requirement for additional licenses. The setup is not easy. Users need ...
What is your primary use case for Netgate TNSR?
THe solution is used as a primary gateway with two lease lines of 450 Mbps total. Around 200 users are under it. Ther...
What do you like most about Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
The tool is user-friendly, robust and easy to use in any environment.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
My company has a three-year or a four-year license. In scenarios attached to a solution where the product may be reac...
What needs improvement with Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
The security of the product has certain shortcomings, making it an area where improvements are required.
What do you like most about Perimeter 81?
Even after restarting, it tries to quickly reestablish connection which is very helpful.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Perimeter 81?
It's essential to consider the organization's specific requirements and budget. Here are some general recommendations...
What needs improvement with Perimeter 81?
In terms of improvement, Perimeter 81 could enhance its reporting and analytics capabilities to provide more detailed...
 

Also Known As

TNSR
Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility, AnyConnect Secure Mobility, Cisco AnyConnect, AnyConnect
Check Point Quantum SASE
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

UCLA, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, shopify
MST, Molina Healthcare, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Arup, New South Wales Rural FireService
Aqua Security, Cognito, Multipoint, Kustomer, Postman, Meredith
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