Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) vs Netskope Private Access comparison

Harmony SASE (formerly Peri...
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Netskope Private Access
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100% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) and Netskope Private Access based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two ZTNA as a Service solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

Harmony SASE (formerly Peri...
Ranking in ZTNA as a Service
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
55
Ranking in other categories
Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (5th), Firewalls (10th), Anti-Malware Tools (9th), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (7th), ZTNA (1st), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (4th)
Netskope Private Access
Ranking in ZTNA as a Service
7th
Average Rating
8.6
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2024, in the ZTNA as a Service category, the mindshare of Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is 7.4%, up from 6.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Netskope Private Access is 6.1%, up from 4.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
ZTNA as a Service
Unique Categories:
Secure Web Gateways (SWG)
1.0%
Firewalls
0.1%
No other categories found
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer681415 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 22, 2023
Intuitive interface, straightforward to set up and ensures secure access
Our company operates within the intricate and highly regulated insurance market. Here, the sanctity of data is paramount and any breach could result in significant consequences for our stakeholders.  Given the sensitive nature of our data and the frequent exchange of confidential information with…
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Kalpesh Panchal - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 25, 2023
A product requiring an easy initial setup phase with no maintenance
The initial setup of Netskope Private Access was very easy. For the deployment process, you need to deploy a publisher that is provided by Netskope on your cloud platform or the on-premises setup you have. After that, we need to register our applications with the publisher in Netskope's portal, after which we simply need to create the policy for its users. Netskope provides its portal in the cloud version. If I need to access my cloud resource, which is hosted in Azure or AWS or any other cloud platform, then for such a cloud platform, I need to install the publisher from Netskope to create a secure VPN tunnel between Netskope and my platform or the cloud service provider. Not a lot of people are required for the deployment process since it is very easy to do. One or two people can manage that product after implementation.
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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

"It is a very stable solution."
"The solution offers both client and clientless versions for good remote access."
"I find it very easy to implement and deploy in the organization."
"Our investment in quality hardware has proven to provide a better customer experience. They heavily rely on Check Point Firewall and Check Point SaaS Connect to safeguard their networks from external threats and attacks."
"The application control and granular access feature are very easy to use, intuitive, and effective."
"The product’s ability to block phishing sites is valuable."
"Providing access and security allows our company employees to work from home and remotely."
"It is a scalable solution."
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"The base features have been fantastic. The ability to be able to granularly assign application access to end-users has been really good."
"There are several valuable features, like advanced security protections, especially the DLP (Data Loss Protection), and there's also browser and web filtering, or content filtering for our users to protect them when accessing certain links or websites, ensuring their security and permission."
"In the firewall, we don't have a user-based policies list, and we can't create them. Netskope helps us to create user-based policies. For example, if there are specific teams like HR or more than nine teams, and we want logs from access over particular URLs, and we don't want to allow that specific URL for certain users, we can create these policies in Netskope. It's handy, easy to use for new users, and has a cool GUI interface. We can create multiple policies, and as for the proxy, it's a leading solution."
"In the VPN scenario, what was happening, the user would get back to the complete source. But in NPA, the application will go to the user. There is an outbound connection. There is no inbound. Storage providers are also not there. It's the best feature because it is the replacement of the VPN."
"It is a stable solution...It is a scalable solution."
"Netskope enables users to securely access private applications remotely without a VPN."
"It is a stable solution."
"Even without extensive training, if you're a proficient IT professional, you can easily configure it."
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Cons

"My customers want more remote functionality. They need another routing option after they connect to the enterprise intranet. For example, let's say a user tries to connect to a remote branch office and headquarters through Harmony Connect. They need a local breakout after connecting to the headquarters, especially in China. They need to put local breakout in the Chinese internet. The current version cannot do something like this."
"The suspend feature needs more control."
"There is an issue when installing the Check Point client."
"Sometimes, the product is very slow."
"One of our challenges is ensuring the security of our cloud-based operations."
"Currently, I am not able to define a different country or location, which can result in negative experiences as the tool is being recognized by websites and this can make it difficult to access them or force me to disable the program temporarily."
"The solution's speed of upload and download is an area where it lacks"
"One of the more negative experiences using Perimeter 81 is the fact that I am logged off after a pre-determined amount of time which cuts off access to some of my company's resources."
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"I would like to see them go down the path of including SD-WAN. Currently, they don't do SD-WAN. If they could somehow natively do that inside of the platform, that would be amazing. I don't know if they're going to do it, but it would be amazing if they do."
"The major problem that we are facing is if we deploy Netskope on the server level or if we get a new server in the EMEA factor, it will affect all the machines. Recently, this has caused us to fail some reviews."
"There could be an ability to access one server from another when we have console access to the first server."
"Netskope detects certain data or contents, but there are some limitations on how we can customize those policies for DLP."
"Netskope Private Access allows mapping only one DNS server. If a user uses a secondary DNS on-premises, Netskope fails to disconnect them. This is an issue that needs to be addressed."
"Netskope needs to provide some kind of data protection strategy as well because, currently, if you connect through private access, we don't have any data protection policies or implementation."
"Netskope Private Access only supports TCP and UDP ports and does not support ICMP or ping."
"I would rate the stability around seven out of ten. Sometimes, we face some difficulty, but it depends upon the complexity of the environment."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I consider the product to be a medium-priced solution. There are no additional costs attached to the tool."
"The product's pricing model accommodates diverse needs and deployment sizes."
"The product is neither cheap nor expensive."
"The pricing of Check Point is relatively high when compared to other competitors like Palo Alto and Fortinet. While Palo Alto may be on the higher side in terms of cost, Check Point's pricing is similar to that of Fortinet. In some cases, Check Point offers better value for the features it provides. We initially considered other options but ultimately decided to purchase hardware that came with three years of iOS. This approach eliminated the need for any additional costs associated with Check Point. I would rate it 10 out of 10."
"Annual licenses cost $30 to $40 each."
"I would rate Harmony Connect's pricing at six out of ten. It wasn't particularly expensive, but it wasn't super cheap either."
"Regarding pricing, I can say that the more the number of users, the less they have to pay."
"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."
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"It is significantly cost-effective compared to its contenders."
"I believe that the price for Netskope Private Access is included in the features or functionality my company purchased from NetSkope."
"It is not cheap, but the value of the solution is there. It's worth the investment."
"When it comes to pricing, Netskope Private Access is relatively cheap compared to other solutions."
"Netskope Private Access is more inexpensive than other products."
"There was about 60% ROI, just in terms of savings. We had 40% to 60% reduction in monthly operational costs by using Netskope."
"The tool's price is normal. It is not very cheap but good compared to the competitors."
"It is not the most expensive option, being more affordable than Zscaler, but it's also not the most budget-friendly choice available."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
21%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Security Firm
6%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Energy/Utilities Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Perimeter 81?
Even after restarting, it tries to quickly reestablish connection which is very helpful.
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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: * Evaluate your needs * Understand pricing models * Request a quote * Compare ...
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What needs improvement with Perimeter 81?
In terms of improvement, Perimeter 81 could enhance its reporting and analytics capabilities to provide more detailed insights into network activity. Additionally, expanding integration options wit...
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What do you like most about Netskope Private Access?
Even without extensive training, if you're a proficient IT professional, you can easily configure it.
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What needs improvement with Netskope Private Access?
The solution needs to develop faster features. Its interoperability feature is not working. It takes six months to one year for any product to implement the improvements. However, the process shoul...
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What is your primary use case for Netskope Private Access?
I use Netskope Private Access for VPN access.
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Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81)
June 2024
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Netskope Private Access
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Overview

Perimeter 81 is a cloud-based network security and software-defined perimeter (SDP) solution designed to provide secure access to resources in the cloud, data centers, and on-premises environments. It offers a unified platform for organizations to manage and secure their network infrastructure, regardless of the location or type of resources.  

Perimeter 81 Benefits:

  • Easy to use
  • Flexible access policies
  • Strong encryption and authentication protocols
  • Scalable
  • Compatible with various devices and platforms

Perimeter 81 Features:

  • Secure Network Access: Perimeter 81 provides secure access to internal resources and cloud-based applications through its client applications and gateways.
  • Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP): SDP is a security framework that focuses on dynamically creating secure connections between users and resources on a need-to-know basis. 
  • Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): Perimeter 81 follows the Zero Trust security model, which assumes that no user or device can be inherently trusted. 
  • Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Support: Perimeter 81 is designed to secure access to resources across multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments.
  • User and Device Management: The solution offers centralized user and device management capabilities, allowing administrators to define access policies, manage user roles, and enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) for enhanced security. 
  • Network Segmentation: Perimeter 81 enables organizations to segment their network resources, creating isolated environments based on logical groupings. 
  • Centralized Management and Analytics: Perimeter 81 provides a centralized management console where administrators can configure and monitor their network security settings.

Reviews from Real Users

PeerSpot user, Frontend Developer at Limelight Networks, states that "We use some VPN solutions, and Perimeter 81 has the best user experience for desktop or mobile".

Daniel Goldfeld, Vice President of Customer Success at Mine - The All-in-One Privacy Suite, says that Perimeter 81 has "Great SAML and SCIM support with the ability to deploy site-2-site tunnels with specific IP restrictions".

Another PeerSpot user, Accounts Payable Specialist at Simera, writes that "The feature that I have found to be most valuable is the reputation that the company has regarding privacy. Nowadays, this is critical, especially when you do all of your work online."

    Netskope Private Access is an integral component of the Netskope Security Cloud platform that provides zero-trust secure access to enterprise applications and data in hybrid IT (public cloud and data center) environments. It offers comprehensive policy management, compliance assessment, and supports any application, protocol, and device to reduce risk and simplify security operations.

     

    Sample Customers

    Aqua Security, Cognito, Multipoint, Kustomer, Postman, Meredith
    Evalueserve, Stroock, Apria, Ather Energy
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