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SHRINKHALA SINGH - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Manager at Advertising Standards Council of India
Real User
Top 10
Inexpensive with good blocking features and low false-positives
Pros and Cons
  • "It helped us to achieve process compliance with over 90% effectiveness."
  • "There could be an extension of the trial period to 60 days."

What is our primary use case?

The Check Point Anti Spam and Email Security software blade is a one-stop solution for the restriction and blocking of endpoints and other software threats and completely blocks their entry into the system.

It is the most widely used and has numerous functionalities and utilities. It permanently blocks the potential threat source and multiple kinds of spam mail and messages.

It is integrated into our IT system throughout and blocks over 90% of potential spam, malware attacks, and phishing attempts.

How has it helped my organization?

It helped in doing a high level of scanning of SMTP and POP3 traffic. It also blocks the email from unknown mail senders and checks the authenticity before every mail sending activity. 

It helped us to achieve process compliance with over 90% effectiveness. Their in-built smart dashboard helps in round-the-clock checking of the progress done by software in restriction of mails and potential spam attacks on our IT system.

The spam detection rate by this software is highly realistic and does not provide any false positive cases, which is very high in the case of other security solutions

What is most valuable?

It offers a high detection rate of spam and spam mail.

There is complete restriction and entry blockage of potential threats.

It permanently blocks suspicious threats and sources to avoid future attacks.

There's a good trial period provided for complete testing and usage of functionalities by businesses.

There are extremely low false positives which is very rare today in alternative security solutions.

It blocks suspicious IP domains and addresses to restrict any unauthorized entry into our IT system.

It's a cheap alternative to its competitors and offers wide acceptability in the market by many.

What needs improvement?

There could be an extension of the trial period to 60 days. We felt that utilities and functionalities are numerous and can only be tested fully with the extension of the trial period.

It needs more and more robust features around spam restriction and stoppage of malware entry. It can be facilitated so that 100% efficiency can be achieved. 

There should be more and more inclusion of technical inputs and feedback from customers and business users. These should be regularly received and introduced so that we can stay relevant.

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For how long have I used the solution?

It's been close to six months now. My parent organization has introduced this solution to us.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

The McAfee solution was used earlier.

We used their services due to a long term key association of theirs with us.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The Check Point solutions are highly dependable, and their setup costs and time involved are not costly. It is easy to operate and work with the high-grade functionalities and utilities 

Its licensing processing is easy and they have a highly professional team.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We looked into Trend Micro and other Amazon security solutions.

What other advice do I have?

I'd advise others to try this solution. It's a must-have security software for the productive growth of the organization.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer2751732 - PeerSpot reviewer
Security Engineer at a tech vendor with 51-200 employees
Real User
Top 5
Administrative interface impresses with comprehensive features for effective threat protection
Pros and Cons
  • "Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade has positively impacted my organization by filtering a lot more spam and phishing attempts."
  • "Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is not user-friendly the first time you use it."

What is our primary use case?

My main use case for Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade includes phishing protection, ransomware protection, and spam protection.

The solution helps with compliance and integrates nicely with suite 365.

What is most valuable?

The best features that Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade offers include a very complete administrative interface, which stands out as better than others.

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade has positively impacted my organization by filtering a lot more spam and phishing attempts.

What needs improvement?

There is room for improvement with Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade, particularly with the interface, which is not new people friendly; however, users will learn it, and it's not an issue.

More documentation for Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade would be helpful to help new users get started more easily.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade for less than a year on our tenant.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is very stable and reliable for me; I have no issues with downtime.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The scalability of Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is very nice; I did not need to reach out to customer support.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

Before Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade, I used Libra Esva, and it was not easy.

How was the initial setup?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is not user-friendly the first time you use it. You will understand that it's very complete and has a lot of features to manage. It's less simple than other vendors, but it's complete.

What other advice do I have?

My advice to others looking into using Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is to not be intimidated by the initial difficulty, as you will learn. I rate this solution 9 out of 10.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud

If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

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Ajenthan Aiyathurai - PeerSpot reviewer
Manager - IT at NVCL Group
Real User
Top 5Leaderboard
Enhances the overall security posture of the organization but also improves productivity by reducing the time spent dealing with unwanted and potentially harmful emails
Pros and Cons
  • "By drastically reducing the volume of spam and unwanted emails, employees can focus more on their work rather than sorting through cluttered inboxes. This leads to improved productivity and efficiency within the organization."
  • "They should keep the software up to date with the latest patches and updates to ensure optimal protection."

What is our primary use case?

This software is designed to block spam, phishing attempts, malware, and other malicious content that can be delivered through email. By employing advanced filtering techniques, real-time threat intelligence, and multi-layered security protocols, it ensures that only legitimate and safe emails reach the users' inboxes. This not only enhances the overall security posture of the organization but also improves productivity by reducing the time spent dealing with unwanted and potentially harmful emails. 

How has it helped my organization?

The primary benefit is the robust protection against a wide range of email-borne threats such as spam, phishing, malware, and ransomware. By filtering out malicious emails before they reach end users, the organization can prevent potential data breaches and security incidents. By drastically reducing the volume of spam and unwanted emails, employees can focus more on their work rather than sorting through cluttered inboxes. This leads to improved productivity and efficiency within the organization.

What is most valuable?

This feature uses sophisticated techniques such as sandboxing, heuristic analysis, and real-time threat intelligence to detect and block advanced threats like zero-day exploits and ransomware. This is crucial for preventing novel and emerging threats that traditional signature-based methods might miss. The software includes robust anti-phishing capabilities that identify and block phishing attempts, protecting users from credential theft and other forms of social engineering attacks. This is particularly valuable in preventing data breaches and safeguarding sensitive information.

What needs improvement?

One area for improvement is the user interface (UI), which could be made more intuitive and user-friendly, simplifying the navigation and management of security settings for administrators. Additionally, enhancing the granularity of reporting and analytics could provide deeper insights into email threat patterns and user behavior, aiding in more effective threat management and decision-making.

In terms of additional features, integrating advanced machine learning algorithms for threat detection could further improve the identification and mitigation of sophisticated threats. Expanding support for a wider range of email platforms and clients would also be beneficial, ensuring broader compatibility and ease of integration in diverse IT environments.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using it for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Users commonly report that the software blade operates smoothly and efficiently, effectively handling email security tasks without causing significant performance degradation.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The software blade is capable of handling high volumes of email traffic, making it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises. It supports scaling out to meet increased demand without compromising performance.

How are customer service and support?

Service is good but it needs more enhancement.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

The implementation is easy.

What about the implementation team?

We implemented in-house.

What was our ROI?

Our ROI is ensuring uninterrupted email communication, which is critical for business operations.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

When considering the setup cost, pricing, and licensing of the Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade, it's important to assess your organization's size, email traffic volume, and specific security needs. Initial setup costs can include software, deployment, and integration expenses. Compare subscription-based pricing, which typically includes updates and support, to perpetual licenses that might have lower long-term costs but require separate maintenance fees. 

Additionally, consider potential discounts for multi-year commitments or bundling with other security solutions. Always request a detailed quote and explore all available options to ensure you get the best value for your investment.

What other advice do I have?

My advice would be to keep the software up to date with the latest patches and updates to ensure optimal protection. 

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.
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Osmany Arruda - PeerSpot reviewer
Especialista em Segurança da Informação - DFIR at Omni Banco
Real User
Top 20
Has good capacity integration features and helps to see the behavior inside the environment
Pros and Cons
  • "The tool helps us see the behavior inside our environment, which is important to us. The solution's capacity integration features are great."
  • "Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade could improve by focusing more on promoting and marketing its products. Despite having a great solution, it hasn't captured a larger market share, possibly due to insufficient promotion. It should also incorporate a module to monitor client identities, similar to CrowdStrike. It could also improve by systemizing and simplifying their documentation to make it easier to find needed information."

What is most valuable?

The tool helps us see the behavior inside our environment, which is important to us. The solution's capacity integration features are great. 

What needs improvement?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade could improve by focusing more on promoting and marketing its products. Despite having a great solution, it hasn't captured a larger market share, possibly due to insufficient promotion. It should also incorporate a module to monitor client identities, similar to CrowdStrike. It could also improve by systemizing and simplifying their documentation to make it easier to find needed information.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been working with the product for two years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade's stability is a ten out of ten. 

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

My company has 500-1000 users. 

How are customer service and support?

I don't use support much. 

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I used Cisco before Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade.

What about the implementation team?

I design the solution, and we have Check Point expert engineers who help with the tool's implementation. 

What was our ROI?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is worth its money. It offers good ROI. 

What other advice do I have?

We had a server and created two or three virtual instances of Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade for segmenting. I rate the tool a ten out of ten. 

When you have a good solution that works fine, you need to try to keep it. I rate the tool a ten out of ten. 

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Complaints analysis/investigation at compugana
Real User
Good advanced spam filtering, phishing protection, and compliance
Pros and Cons
  • "Advanced Spam Filtering to identify and block unwanted email messages."
  • "AI-based threat detection could be enhanced to improve security."

What is our primary use case?

The tool was implemented due to the fact that the company, which I audited, had low-security protocols in the areas of electronic mail. It was suggested to use a tool that would help them reduce the gap in the vulnerabilities that they present. A study was made of the needs and requirements in order to search for the best alternative in the market. Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade provides the right features to fight against spam, phishing, and other malicious threats transmitted by email. In addition, the blade software could also provide functionality such as encryption and data loss prevention.

How has it helped my organization?

Once the tool was installed and configured with all the characteristics and requirements requested, it provided us with many valuable aspects to help the company improve its security gap. Since the initiation of protection against spam and phishing, it has helped to reduce the number of unwanted messages. We were able to improve security through blade software, and by providing us with features such as encryption and data loss prevention, we raised our compliance score with regulations and industry standards.

Overall, Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade helped us improve security.

What is most valuable?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade has several very valuable features, such as:

  • Advanced Spam Filtering to identify and block unwanted email messages.
  • Phishing protection to block malicious email messages.
  • Encryption and data loss prevention to protect email communications.
  • Compliance to help comply with various regulations and standards.

All these functions and others that the tool offers are very valuable in order to protect your email system against any external or internal malicious attacks.

What needs improvement?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade must make some improvements in its software. Check Point must also improve in some administrative parts and support.

In the software, they should improve:

  • False positives to help prevent blocking of legitimate emails.
  • An easy interface. Right now, the UI is hard to navigate or understand.
  • AI-based threat detection could be enhanced to improve security.

Prices must be improved since it is not within the reach of many companies. They must also improve technical support, which is not very efficient in resolving cases.

For how long have I used the solution?

it was implemented three years ago.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It has excellent stability and has not presented errors since it was implemented.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It has excellent scalability and functionality, we have not presented any failures.

How are customer service and support?

They need to improve support and their SLA.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

There was no solution before we implemented this product. 

How was the initial setup?

The installation and configuration of the tool were very simple since it is a very interactive wizard that guides you in the configuration part. We did find it a bit complex since we did not have much experience with the product beforehand.

What about the implementation team?

The implementation was done together with the vendor since a degree of experience is needed in the tool. The engineer who helped us was very well prepared.

What was our ROI?

You should always make an investment in something that will be profitable in the long run. The returns are very good.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The cost is competitive in the market. If we can balance that with each one of the tools on offer, the investment for Check Point CloudGuard Workload Protection is good.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

Various options were evaluated, including Sophos, Fortinet, Ubiquiti EdgeRouter, OPNSense, and Cisco NGFW.

What other advice do I have?

It is important to carry out a study of the requirements that the company needs before acquiring a tool

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Hybrid Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer2029350 - PeerSpot reviewer
Database Administrator at Ordina
Real User
Easy to integrate with good spam filtering and excellent dashboards
Pros and Cons
  • "When sharing files with my colleagues, it provides a comprehensive report on the security status of the document."
  • "The anti-spam features could be upgraded to be able to detect unnoticeable spam."

What is our primary use case?

The anti-spam feature has protected the company email infrastructure from viruses that may destroy useful data. 

It has enabled my department to come up with useful policies that prevent our database from ransomware attacks. 

It detects unsafe emails in advance with instant blocking to protect users. 

The product saves us time in terms of email categorization with a reliable classification system. 

When sharing files with my colleagues, it provides a comprehensive report on the security status of the document. 

This product has advanced our email-sharing channels with modern security tools that filter out any unsafe data.

How has it helped my organization?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade has created a safe working environment that cannot be easily compromised. 

Sending and receiving emails from secure networks gives teams confidence in the execution of daily duties. 

Data that was being destroyed by viruses is now safe, and we can exchange ideas with our colleagues without any fear. 

It has given an opportunity to each sector to control and monitor their own data with strict set company regulations. It has provided comprehensive security to all the applications and enhanced increased production.

What is most valuable?

It is easy to integrate with other applications and operate. New users find it flexible to work with this tool and interact with all the features. 

The customer support staff provides 24/7 live support to ensure the system keeps on running and helps customers who request any help. 

Maintenance costs are efficient, and the setup process takes a few minutes. 

The spam filtering feature saves and stops the spread of viruses. 

The user dashboards provide results based on real-time insights that enable teams to plan and set achievable objectives.

What needs improvement?

The anti-spam features could be upgraded to be able to detect unnoticeable spam. 

When it comes to languages, they can be updated to cater to all communities. 

The software blade is working well, and most of the time we achieve our goals. Blocking suspicious emails has been a great achievement due to increased online threats. Before the deployment of this product, we had lost useful information to scammers. However, we are now sorted. 

The set features are working well. That said, they have to be updated on time to cater to new security demands that arise daily.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the solution for one year and five months.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

I have not experienced downtime.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

It is easy to set up and learn how it works.

How are customer service and support?

The 24/7 customer support services have been good.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I have not used different products and have no plans of leaving this platform.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup was straightforward.

What about the implementation team?

The implementation took place through the vendor team, and their level of professionalism impressed everybody.

What was our ROI?

The return on investment has been positive, and it increases on daily basis based on an excellent performance.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

It is easy to set up, and the cost is reliable.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I have not engaged with other vendors. 

What other advice do I have?

Email security infrastructure has improved, and any enterprise can try this solution for better performance.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Private Cloud

If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?

Google
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Shyam Lal Navatiya - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Consultant at EY India
User
Cost efficient with good security and great accuracy

What is our primary use case?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade helps us to gain great email security. It is one of the most secure and affordable solutions for mail server security systems and helps with compliance and security management to ensure no data loss or no data theft from the email server under any circumstance. 

It is one of the most high-demand security solutions in the market, with high-level accuracy and a quality assurance system. Their security software is sone of the best in the market, with numerous features for high-end usability.

How has it helped my organization?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is the best available security solution for identifying and detecting potential threats and brings the cost of security management expenses down for the organization. 

It is one of the best security software for businesses and organizations and helps in the potential blocking and restriction of any malware attacks or ransomware entry into the system.

The user-identified IP addresses are thoroughly checked for any malware content and ensure no lapse.

What is most valuable?

The scanning and checking of SMTP and POP3 traffic is not always 100%. The directional scanning left some of the incoming mail unchecked quite often, which carries a higher malware risk. It needs to be improved to bring the efficacy to 100%. Still, it is one of the best solutions in the market for creating a risk-free and virus and malware-free environment where we can do our business activities freely without any tension.

The software is one of the most cost-effective solutions. However, now the competition is coming up with extremely low-end costing models, which is attracting us more than ever. It is high time that they should redefine the cost strategy and models from a new lens so that we can attract and retain more new and existing customers.

What needs improvement?

More and more customized security features on a low-cost model should be incorporated to enhance the affordability and acceptability of the security solution in the market. 

It is one of the most cost-effective and affordable solutions, yet needs a few customsations and quick security scanning features. It should not take much time and can create a strengthened and secure ecosystem for all of us. 

The scanning rate of potential threat points and endpoints should be made faster and more accurate.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the solution for over one year now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution is stable.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is scalable.

How are customer service and support?

Technical support has been good so far.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We have been using Check Point Security solutions for quite some time now. Before that, we used a local customized security solution from one of our affiliated vendors. It was a bit expensive and ranked low on accuracy and efficacy. We switched to Check Point after that.

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup is easy and not complicated at all.

What about the implementation team?

The solution is implemented through a vendor team only.

What was our ROI?

The ROI is great.  We are at almost 70%

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

I can strongly recommend Check Point Security solutions due to their high credibility and high-cost efficiency. It is a high-performing security software that is good for blocking and restricting spamming and illegal content points and sources.

The Check Point is easy to install and quite easy to deploy. The pricing is also very low-end and can be brought down further low.

Set-up costs are not complicated at all. The licensing/renewal agreement would not cost too much either, as it is quite handy to use, and due to its simplicity, we have been using it for quite a long time now.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We tried a lot of the free trial services for the local security solutions coupled with a few leading ones like McAfee, Trend security, and ESET Protect.

What other advice do I have?

This is a must-have solution for all sizes of businesses and professionals. It is quite a good security software for all of us in the current scenario of unprecedented malware and ransomware risks.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Private Cloud
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Raj Kumar07 - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Manager at Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI)
User
Top 20
Cost-effective with good blocking and ant-spam capabilities
Pros and Cons
  • "It is a highly cost-effective solution for all kinds of small, marginal, and medium enterprises."
  • "The high-end protection of email servers from any advanced foreign agents and malware is not 100% there currently."

What is our primary use case?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is the best fit and a good universal solution for all businesses and IT companies to secure their system and servers from all kinds of endpoints and malware. 

It helps in identifying and blocking foreign spam mail permanently. It can block unauthorized entry into the system and servers. No data is lost due to spamming as the all-around system protection is done nicely by Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade

All of our IT and operations verticals are using the software for quite some time now.

How has it helped my organization?

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade has boosted the productivity of all departments and verticals by ensuring 360-degree compliance on the security aspect of systems and servers. 

Our IT systems and email servers are secured throughout by end-to-end protection from the Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade. This is an out-of-the-box solution with high-level performance. 

It is a highly cost-effective solution for all kinds of small, marginal, and medium enterprises. 

What is most valuable?

This is a cost-effective solution for the security of email servers.

Blocking the accurately identified spammers and source points has been effective.

Blocking the spammers through IP addresses and identifying sender/source points ensure there is no false detection. All the identified spammers are correct in almost 99% of cases.

SMTP and POP3 traffic is completely checked for any unauthorized entry and blockage of any suspicious entrant to secure the system instantly.

Following the Anti Spam Policy of the organization in the most accurate and legitimate manner possible without any slips.

What needs improvement?

The high-end protection of email servers from any advanced foreign agents and malware is not 100% there currently. They could improve on technically sound features to ensure complete and all-around protection of email servers from potential ransomware and unauthorized endpoints. 

The software should be made more mature and scalable so that it becomes a one size fits all kind of software for all organizations and businesses. It should be scalable for all kinds of changing environments.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the solution for a year now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

The solution offers high stability.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The solution is quite scalable.

How are customer service and support?

We've had a great experience with technical support.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

We did not use a different solution. 

How was the initial setup?

The setup is easy, and no complexity was involved.

What about the implementation team?

The solution is implemented through the vendor team only.

What was our ROI?

The ROI is almost 90%.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

Pricing is significantly low and quite affordable for all kinds of users and professional organizations. The pricing is dynamic yet quite low compared to fellow competitors. Licensing is easy to take up and run. They offer easy renewal as well.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

We looked at McAfee and Trend Security.

What other advice do I have?

It's a must-have solution for businesses to secure their email servers in the most comprehensive manner. 

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

Private Cloud
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