What is our primary use case?
My main use case for Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is for endpoint security. I use the Check Point Quantum Spark 1800, which is not available on the PeerSpot site; when I typed Quantum Spark, it selected the Harmony device.
I use Harmony SASE for endpoint security in my daily operations, protecting all the endpoint securities, which includes my systems, networking devices, and everything that is internally connected from the switch to the firewall. I have all the licenses into the Check Point device, which is protecting all my assets from a security level and state level.
A specific example of a security threat where Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) or my Quantum Spark device helped protect my organization is when the user reaches out to any bot activity or any other country websites. Immediately Check Point reveals some of the IPs getting touched with some other countries' IPs which should not be accessed, so during that time I log into Check Point and block that particular IP. This is very useful, as Check Point shows me pop-up notifications over email and my text message, making it easy for me to recognize which ones are affected and which ones are not.
I use Quantum Spark for internet segregation in SD-WAN and as a DHCP server as endpoint security to secure all my devices from threats, including thrift protection and anti-email protection, and it is very easy to configure as well as easy to understand.
How has it helped my organization?
I use Quantum Spark for internet segregation in SD-WAN and as a DHCP server as endpoint security to secure all my devices from threats, including thrift protection and anti-email protection, and it is very easy to configure as well as easy to understand.
What is most valuable?
The best features Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) offers are similar to those of a mobile phone. In all other firewall devices connected to the internal network, everything is shown on one single page, but Check Point reveals and segregates everything like CCTV, laptops, desktops, mobile phones, and printers into different tabular columns, making it easy to identify each device and the IP assigned to it.
The importance of the device and network segregation feature for my organization is significant because I work in a major sector in India, making it very useful and essential to have such security features in the company. Earlier, in my old firewall device, segregation was available but not implemented properly due to low-end devices compared to Check Point 1800, and it has been very useful for me to segregate the internet traffic through SD-WAN, which is also very easy to implement.
The feature that stands out to me is the user interface, which is very friendly and easy, allowing me to easily identify where everything is. While comparing to other brands, sometimes there are bugs that prevent viewing internet traffic unless I restart the device or update the firmware.
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) has positively impacted my organization by securing our systems. A specific example that shows how it has improved my organization is that it saved me time in managing my endpoints. Earlier, with a low-end device from another brand, whenever more users connected, internet performance suffered, and the firewall would hang up, causing connectivity issues. Since switching to Check Point, everything is running smoothly now.
I estimate saving a lot of time each week since switching to Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) and Quantum Spark, as there are fewer incidents. Whenever user bot activity is detected, it automatically sends an email, eliminating the need for me to constantly check the device. I can simply check the logs to understand what happened and where it breached, making it very easy to handle.
What needs improvement?
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) can be improved in several areas. I encounter many bugs that prevent me from seeing daily, monthly, and weekly data utilization, and despite updating to the latest firmware, I still experience issues. The support cycle also needs improvement since sometimes it takes two to three days or even months to resolve issues a customer raises.
An example of when the support cycle took longer than expected was when I had a ticket open for nearly six to seven months regarding a simple issue. After updating firmware, data utilization was visible for a few days before collapsing again. The support team needs to be more effective and responsive to clear issues more promptly.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) for the past year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is sometimes unstable in my environment, as it will restart unexpectedly, and even the support team does not have a proper solution for this issue.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The scalability of Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is good, and I can add more users and devices easily as my organization grows.
How are customer service and support?
The support cycle needs improvement since sometimes it takes two to three days or even months to resolve issues a customer raises.
An example of when the support cycle took longer than expected was when I had a ticket open for nearly six to seven months regarding a simple issue. After updating firmware, data utilization was visible for a few days before collapsing again. The support team needs to be more effective and responsive to clear issues more promptly.
I would rate the customer support for Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) two out of five.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I prefer not to share what solution I previously used before Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) as that is a company secret.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup with Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is a bit straightforward. While starting, it is complex, but now it has become easy to work with.
What about the implementation team?
I hold a partnership relationship with this vendor, in addition to being a customer.
What was our ROI?
I have seen a return on investment as I am saving more time.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is that it is a rental service, but I find it satisfactory and would rate it five out of three.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Before choosing Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81), I evaluated other options, but I do not want to disclose which ones, as that is a secret too.
What other advice do I have?
My advice for others looking into using Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is to please check everything thoroughly before making a purchase.
I would rate Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) five out of ten based on my day-to-day activities and everyday use cases.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Other
*Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.