Azure Firewall Manager Reviews

Name: Azure Firewall Manager
Brand: Microsoft
Rating: 4.3 (8 reviews)

4.3 out of 5

8 reviews
100% willing to recommend

What is Azure Firewall Manager?

Azure Firewall Manager is a security management service that provides central security policy and route management for cloud-based security perimeters.

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Azure Firewall Manager is the #12 ranked solution in top Firewall Security Management solutions and #28 ranked solution in top Microsoft Security Suite solutions. PeerSpot users give Azure Firewall Manager an average rating of 8.6 out of 10. Azure Firewall Manager is most commonly compared to Microsoft Defender for Cloud: Azure Firewall Manager vs Microsoft Defender for Cloud. Azure Firewall Manager is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 66% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a financial services firm, accounting for 22% of all views.

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Rashedul Khan

Senior Software Engineer at cimsolutions

I have been using Azure actively in my company, engaging with various technologies such as Azure SQL Server, virtual machines, and other cloud-dependent development scenarios. To secure the environment, we sometimes utilize Azure Firewall Manager. We needed to manage different individual firewalls…

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MuhammadShakeel

Senior System Engineer at Confiz Solutions

The best feature of Azure Firewall Manager is that it is easy to maintain and configure. We can manage multiple aspects in Firewall Manager. Centralized security policy management is effective. We just use it for a small project, and we're not planning to expand further. Policy orchestration and threat protection are helpful features. I have configured two or three policies that reflect very well on the user side, yielding perfect results after deployment.

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Gunjan Singh.

Senior Consultant at Capgemini

We use Azure Firewall Manager for testing and security policies The most valuable feature of Azure Firewall Manager is the testing and configuration. The solution can improve the integration with open-source tools. I have been using Azure Firewall Manager for approximately two years. I rate…

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Azure Firewall Manager mindshare

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As of June 2025, the mindshare of Azure Firewall Manager in the Firewall Security Management category stands at 1.7%, down from 2.5% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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Valuable Features

Azure Firewall Manager offers easy setup, cloud-native integration, and scalable performance. Users value the web firewall, seamless integration with Azure templates, and centralized network security. It enhances security through consistent policies and threat protection, including denial-of-service defense. The manager secures requests, prevents anonymous access, and utilizes Entra ID for authentication. The integration with Power BI enables health monitoring, while security governance and reporting are enhanced through multi-factor authentication and Entra ID monitoring.

"The best feature of Azure Firewall Manager is that it is easy to maintain and configure."
"We are utilizing Azure Entra ID for group labeling, so Active Directory, or now it is Entra ID, securing our application for everyone who accesses it, and Azure Firewall Manager is definitely securing our projects and all its features are fine."
"Azure Firewall Manager centralizes network security management with a hub and spoke architecture."

Room for Improvement

Azure Firewall Manager installation has become simpler with a new setup wizard, though challenges remain with NAT-ing functions that lack reverse capabilities. One-click deployment would enhance user-friendliness, and stronger security features are needed, along with improved integration with open-source tools. Log monitoring and configurations require improvements for usability, especially for new users. Enhanced support for centralized system configuration and a more intuitive user experience would benefit its functionality.

"The cost is a significant concern because we are in a region where the dollar is not our default currency, and converting to dollars makes it very expensive."
"For Azure Firewall Manager, the learning curve for new people is a bit challenging, but the integration should be more straightforward for configuring a centralized system."
"The configuration and settings require substantial time for learning, particularly for new users. Improvements in ease of configuration would benefit users significantly."

Pricing

Azure Firewall Manager pricing is considered reasonable by users, especially for the features it offers. While deemed more expensive than some other cloud services, users appreciate the clear visibility into costs and the absence of capital expenditures, relying solely on operational expenditure. Though Azure's pricing details can be intricate, the overall perception remains positive, with additional expenses primarily linked to unrelated services rather than the firewall itself.

"The price of the solution is reasonable but it is reasonable for the features."
"The solution is certainly expensive in comparison with other cloud services."

Popular Use Cases

Azure Firewall Manager is used for protecting applications, facilitating cloud migration, replicating classic load balancers, and ensuring platform security with a focus on anti-spam, phishing, and ransomware protection. It's used for setting security policies, securing environments by managing diverse firewalls, and integrating with Azure services like Kubernetes for monitoring and orchestration. It supports microservices and facilitates services like Azure SQL Server, Cosmos DB, and Azure PaaS to enhance software ecosystems.

Service and Support

Customers express mixed feedback on Azure Firewall Manager's customer service and support. Many have not needed to contact support due to its stability or have not used vendor assistance. Those who contacted Microsoft report good experiences; some rate it high for its effectiveness, while others find it can be less attractive yet functional. Support ratings mostly range from seven to eight, indicating room for improvement. Those with direct contact mention supportive assistance but acknowledge potential enhancements.

Deployment

Azure Firewall Manager's initial setup is described as greatly simplified and straightforward. Users found it easy, requiring only a few clicks, and not overly complex. Those with web interfaces, apps, or databases experienced ease in setup. Some found the initial configuration challenging, especially first-timers, but available online resources alleviated difficulties. Many rated the setup process positively, highlighting its simplicity and efficiency compared to earlier versions where tasks were more manual.

Scalability

Azure Firewall Manager is highly scalable, allowing extensive deployment across cloud architecture. Users have noted its ability to expand, sometimes requiring soft limit adjustments by Microsoft. While scalability poses challenges for on-premises setups due to hardware needs, it performs well in cloud environments. Some manual management, like data policies, is necessary, but most find its scalability adequate, often rating it between eight and nine out of ten.

Stability

Azure Firewall Manager is praised for its stability, described as very stable by multiple users. They report no major issues, bugs, or glitches. It remains reliable without freezing or crashing. Ratings range from seven to nine out of ten, highlighting a strong performance. Stability is quantified at 99.9%, emphasizing its robustness. Users trust its consistent performance post-deployment, enjoying a secure and dependable experience with Azure Firewall Manager.

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