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Netgate pfSense Reviews

Vendor: Netgate
4.3 out of 5
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Netgate pfSense mindshare

As of August 2025, the mindshare of Netgate pfSense in the Firewalls category stands at 12.0%, down from 21.4% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Firewalls Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Netgate pfSense12.0%
Fortinet FortiGate20.8%
OPNsense11.6%
Other55.6%
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PeerResearch reports based on Netgate pfSense reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryFirewallsAug 27, 2025Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersAug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonNetgate pfSense vs Fortinet FortiGateAug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonNetgate pfSense vs OPNsenseAug 27, 2025Download
ComparisonNetgate pfSense vs Sophos XGAug 27, 2025Download
Suggested products
TitleRatingMindshareRecommending
Fortinet FortiGate4.220.8%91%415 interviewsAdd to research
OPNsense4.211.6%97%40 interviewsAdd to research
 
 
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Review data by company size

By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business143
Midsize Enterprise26
Large Enterprise22
By reviewers
By visitors reading reviews
Company SizeCount
Small Business1950
Midsize Enterprise908
Large Enterprise1990
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Top industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
12%
Educational Organization
6%
University
6%
Government
6%
Manufacturing Company
5%
Financial Services Firm
5%
Media Company
5%
Hospitality Company
4%
Retailer
4%
Construction Company
4%
Healthcare Company
3%
Non Profit
3%
Insurance Company
3%
Energy/Utilities Company
3%
Outsourcing Company
2%
Real Estate/Law Firm
2%
Performing Arts
2%
Legal Firm
2%
Wholesaler/Distributor
1%
Transportation Company
1%
Recreational Facilities/Services Company
1%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
1%
Consumer Goods Company
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%

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Netgate pfSense Reviews Summary
Author infoRatingReview Summary
Chief information security officer at Center for Information Management, Inc.2.5We use Netgate pfSense for site-to-site and OpenVPN connections, appreciating its flexible firewall features and interface. However, it lacks enterprise-grade reliability, with potential issues in configuration and support, relying heavily on third-party add-ons.
Entrepreneur at Drive Bye Auto Rentals5.0I sought to enhance my security with Netgate pfSense, attracted by its robust features like mesh VPN and customizable firewall. While tech support could be more accessible, it efficiently reduces intrusions, saving time and frustration.
Director, Latin America at Bradmark Technologies, Inc.4.5I find Netgate pfSense very flexible and easy to use, especially for restricting IPs by country and reducing DDoS attacks. The community support is outstanding, though I wish for more tutorials. It works well on AWS without needing hardware.
Director of IT at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees4.0I use Netgate pfSense for both home and business firewalls and appreciate its flexibility and valuable features, like the community edition and documentation. However, Snort or Suricata can be problematic, requiring more effort compared to competitors like OPNsense.
Owner at PC Medix, Inc.4.0I use Netgate 6100 with pfSense for site-to-site VPNs in business settings. The community support and flexibility are valuable, though the GUI is scattered, posing a learning curve. Buffer bloat and lack of alerts are minor issues.
Cybersecurity Engineer at a consultancy4.0I use pfSense for consulting and home lab environments, appreciating its security, flexibility, and intuitive interface. It excels in firewalling and VPN functions. However, improvements are needed in data analytics, fleet management, and organizational transparency.
Works4.0I use Netgate pfSense as a home router for its ease of use and robust features, though I'm frustrated by its costly licensing model. I prefer its user-friendly interface over VyOS but desire more affordable home-use options.
Owner at MundyTuned4.0I use pfSense as a firewall and security appliance, valuing its flexibility, user-friendly interface, and strong community support. Its robust features, like auto backup and monitoring, enhance performance. Improvements could include centralized management and broader cloud provider support.