I can easily secure communication between our Azure Stack Hub and local Azure environments using CloudGuard gateways. This ensures that when I deploy applications in Azure, I can securely access databases and other resources in my local environment through a VPN channel. It is a straightforward way to keep everything protected as I work between the cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
Infrastructure Security Consultant at ANECT
Offers a user-friendly and efficient interface
Pros and Cons
- "The central management feature is a big plus, allowing us to manage both local and cloud gateways from one platform."
- "There is room for improvement in addressing bugs and support issues."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The central management feature is a big plus, allowing us to manage both local and cloud gateways from one platform. Another advantage is the unified logging system, which makes it easy to track all communications. Index logs enable us to see all of the logs with all of the features in one place. Unlike other solutions like Palo Alto's Panorama, where checking logs can be cumbersome, CloudGuard's interface is user-friendly and efficient. I have to manually click on every log, one at a time. This helps streamline our deployment process, as I focus on the initial setup before handing it off to other departments for ongoing management.
CloudGuard's ease of policy creation and centralized logging are definite strengths.
What needs improvement?
There is room for improvement in addressing bugs and support issues. Communication with support, particularly with certain teams, can sometimes be challenging and slow, impacting problem resolution.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with CloudGuard Cloud Network Security for almost eight years.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We use CloudGuard to manage 15,000 people. We have ten applications and 14 subscriptions.
How are customer service and support?
The Israel tech support is better than other regions because they respond quickly and help us resolve our issues.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Neutral
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Check Point's management interface is easier to use compared to products like Palo Alto's Panorama and FortiManager.
Palo Alto and FortiManager are more complicated than CloudGuard.
When it comes to identifying security threats, CloudGuard is on par with other solutions. While Palo Alto doesn't have zero-day protection, it ultimately depends on how customers configure their security rules.
How was the initial setup?
I'm quite pleased with CloudGuard because it is incredibly easy to deploy. Whether I'm using the marketplace or SmartConsole, setting up the gateway takes just a few seconds or minutes, and connecting to local or cloud management is seamless.
Deploying Check Point CloudGuard has been generally straightforward, but we have encountered challenges with Azure Stack Hub due to feature discrepancies with public Azure. The absence of a console in Azure Stack Hub and outdated versions can pose issues. However, if project preparation and resource allocation are done correctly, deployments usually go smoothly. Typically, we purchase between two to six cores for our deployments.
If we prepare the right CPUs it's okay.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is okay. I know the cost for the competitors and CloudGuard pricing is fine. It is cheaper than other firewalls.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I would rate CloudGuard Cloud Network Security as a ten out of ten.
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner

Web Designer at Milestone Technologies, Inc.
A secure VPN, good security configuration features, and helpful support
Pros and Cons
- "The security configuration features have enhanced the reliable coordination of programs and data safety."
- "The cost is relatively high compared to the cost of other products in the market."
What is our primary use case?
The secure networking infrastructure enables my team to connect enterprise networks with data centers for efficient control of workflows. It has a secure SSL traffic system that monitors data flow with reliable threat prevention systems.
TLS security inspection protocol tools enhance eligibility in the organization's cloud computing servers.
The platform promotes automation processes that enhance faster delivery of services and reliable implementation of programs.
The security firewalls prevent the organization's devices from external attacks.
How has it helped my organization?
The advanced threat prevention services have helped us to scale down security programs and setup achievable objectives.
It is easy to lay and monitor the subnets that provide comprehensive security.
It provides performance-measuring metrics that enable each department to set up security goals that can be achieved with the available resources effectively.
The databases that host the company data are protected by reliable security configurations systems that cannot be compromised easily.
The cost and setup licensing terms are reliable and can be implemented without challenge.
What is most valuable?
The security configuration features have enhanced the reliable coordination of programs and data safety.
The secure VPN connects the company with remote clients for efficient collaboration.
The blueprint promotes automation processes and infrastructure as code practices.
The process of deployment and configuration with other applications is simple. It is easy to learn how this platform operation under flexible guidelines.
The central security management server provides consistent security coverage and enforcement in hybrid environments.
What needs improvement?
The set security features have stable performance and have provided reliable services since we first deployed this product.
The cost is relatively high compared to the cost of other products in the market.
The customization features can be developed further to enable an organization to design the best tools for serving various demands.
The security infrastructure has developed positively and contributed to increased return on investment. We have achieved the set goals and increased profit gains from a stable security environment.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for ten months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable with faster performance rates.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The performance has been excellent.
How are customer service and support?
The 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 no experience with a similar solution.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
The implementation took place through the vendor.
What was our ROI?
There is a positive ROI.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing terms are flexible.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I have not evaluated other similar options.
What other advice do I have?
I have no additional comments about the overall performance. It's good.
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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Pros and Cons
- "It really is a pretty complete solution."
- "At the cost level, the solution is somewhat expensive."
What is our primary use case?
In our company, we have infrastructure in both Microsoft Azure and on-premise. We wanted to centralize an environment of governance, control, and best practices, at the level of Microsoft Azure. We were able to implement Defender for the cloud at some point. However, we already had security products from Check Point. The idea was to centralize all our tools in the same environment to make it easier to support administration.
With Check Point CloudGuard we have been able to successfully implement a layer of protection for our cloud and our on-premise environments.
How has it helped my organization?
With Check Point CloudGuard Network Security, we have been able to provide advanced security and security in the Azure network in addition to all the security additions associated with Check Point which are very important. Each one provides a role or complements the security of the company.
The panel or score can help evaluate the reality of our cloud and hybrid infrastructure. It has an excellent capability. The Check Point blueprint has taken us to the next level of protection.
It really is a pretty complete solution.
What is most valuable?
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is complemented with all the features and becomes a security giant. The most important features, at least for us, are:
1 - It allows for the implementation of centralized security through Check Point Infinity in addition to being able to manage the security of hybrid and cloud environments.
2 - The trust and security provided by advanced threat protection is a point of distinction. We have not seen any false positives. Its anti-malware prevention is very good, and protection against ransomware is one of the features we require for our infrastructure.
3 - Additionally, it can be integrated with most public clouds, making it attractive.
What needs improvement?
There are a few features or improvements that can be mentioned. One of them may be that the Infinity Portal is sometimes slow. A performance improvement could improve the administrator's perspective.
At the cost level, the solution is somewhat expensive. They could have an improvement to be a more feasible solution for everyone.
The support must improve. It is the biggest issue that Check Point currently has. Sometimes it is better to investigate oneself than to wait for a solution from the support department.
For how long have I used the solution?
We implemented this tool a few months ago to be able to validate the security associated with our cloud environment. In this case, we implemented against Microsoft Azure.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Previously, we used Microsoft Defender for a cloud solution. It's a very good tool, however, Microsoft is new in this field.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
It is definitely important to test the tool before defining it in a production environment. It is also good to know the costs with a professional.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Previously we checked to see if we could stay with Microsoft Defender for Cloud. However, we opted for a centralized environment with more security muscle of its own.
What other advice do I have?
It is one of the best solutions on the market. I challenge you to try it so you can say the same.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Perimeter Security Administrator at a security firm with 51-200 employees
Great network segmentation and micro-segmentation with advanced threat protection
Pros and Cons
- "The solution provides a centralized management console for easy administration and monitoring of security policies and events, making it easy for the security team."
- "Greater automation would reduce the need for manual configuration and management."
What is our primary use case?
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is a security solution that provides advanced threat prevention, network security, and compliance enforcement for public cloud environments.
It can be used to protect workloads in various cloud environments, such as different clouds.
The primary use case of Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is to secure and protect workloads and applications running in the cloud by providing a multi-layered security approach that includes a firewall, intrusion prevention, anti-malware, and sandboxing capabilities.
How has it helped my organization?
One way it can improve an organization is by providing advanced threat prevention capabilities to protect against known and unknown threats in the cloud environment. This can help to reduce the risk of data breaches and other security incidents.
Another way it can improve an organization is by providing network segmentation and micro-segmentation capabilities that can help to limit the spread of malware or other malicious activities in the event of a security incident. Additionally, it can improve an organization's compliance posture by providing automated compliance enforcement for cloud environments. This can help organizations to meet regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and more.
What is most valuable?
Some of the features that are considered most valuable in Check Point CloudGuard Network Security include:
Advanced threat prevention. This feature includes firewall, intrusion prevention, anti-malware, and sandboxing capabilities that can help to protect against known and unknown threats in the cloud environment.
Network segmentation and micro-segmentation. This feature allows organizations to limit the spread of malware or other malicious activities in the event of a security incident.
Centralized management. The solution provides a centralized management console for easy administration and monitoring of security policies and events, making it easy for the security team.
What needs improvement?
In general, some areas where security solutions could be improved include:
More advanced threat intelligence, including the ability to detect and protect against emerging threats in real time.
Improved scalability to allow the solution to handle larger numbers of users and devices without a significant impact on performance.
Greater automation to reduce the need for manual configuration and management.
Integration with other security tools and services to provide a more comprehensive security solution.
Better reporting and analytics capabilities to provide more detailed visibility into security incidents and events.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for one year.
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?
Other
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Planning Analyst at Ovato
Secure with good performance and advanced threat prevention
Pros and Cons
- "This software is great in overall performance since it can locate any trouble across the networking system and provide solutions before it affects workflows."
- "A threat categorization system can be added to give users the authority to define vulnerable attacks and classify areas that can threaten the workflow system."
What is our primary use case?
The CloudGuard Network Security monitors data flow across company applications to enhance efficient safety.
This application manages all the security programs across the organization and easily identifies any security breaches that might affect performance.
It blocks harmful content that can be easily transferred among colleagues and spread viruses.
Network security configurations in the applications have saved the company cost and time that has been invested for the past year in enhancing data safety.
How has it helped my organization?
This system has been important in the organization since we deployed it. It tracks workflows in the networking system to enhance a safe data management environment.
It has launched secure data management systems to identify and troubleshoot coding errors.
Production has increased since we deployed this software as employees have nothing to fear and can fully focus on productive activities. It stops phishing attacks and any third-party attacks that can destroy data.
Working in a secure environment free from malware attacks has been a great achievement in the organization. Check Point CloudGuard Network Security has helped us to achieve this.
What is most valuable?
The advanced threat prevention system stops any ransomware attacks that can leak confidential information to unauthorized parties.
Both multi-cloud and on-premises are protected from data attackers, which has boosted the company's growth.
This software is great in overall performance since it can locate any trouble across the networking system and provide solutions before it affects workflows.
The automated network security is efficient in monitoring CI/CD workflows. The security across the premises has improved, and the application production has improved under a secure working environment.
What needs improvement?
The current features have ensured that there are no cloud threats that can affect data in any way.
We have experienced the most advanced data security since we deployed CloudGuard Network Security in the organization.
A threat categorization system can be added to give users the authority to define vulnerable attacks and classify areas that can threaten the workflow system.
Working with this platform is complicated for new users. The cost of management is relatively high for small-scale businesses affecting overall performance.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for eight months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
This platform is stable and has improved the network security in the organization.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I am impressed by the overall performance.
How are customer service and support?
The customer service team provides reliable guidance and directions always.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not worked with a similar solution.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
Implementation took place through the vendor team.
What was our ROI?
There has been increased ROI since we deployed this platform.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The setup price and cost is good for most growing business enterprises.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I started working with this platform, and I have no intention of leaving it soon.
What other advice do I have?
The performance has been stable and I recommend it.
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?
Google
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Digital Coordinator at Modis
Helpful network security threat tools with great support and useful dashboards
Pros and Cons
- "Workflows across the company ecosystem have can flow smoothly without experiencing any challenges."
- "The operations require skilled manpower with extended experience of working with networking systems for better results."
What is our primary use case?
We use the solution for safeguarding the network security infrastructure. This has been one of the greatest achievements since we come across CloudGuard Network Security.
It has launched effective security measures that can monitor security and provide feedback.
Workflows across the company ecosystem have can flow smoothly without experiencing any challenges.
The multi-channel security system monitors our cloud and hybrid servers. Transfer of files from the company database to the cloud servers goes through secure channels mapped by this platform.
How has it helped my organization?
A well-established encryption system now secures communication and workflow management systems. Data compromisation situations reported before have been fully eliminated since we deployed this software. There is increased production with secure workflow channels. The IT team can access and control the network security of interlinked company applications. We have developed a modern digital infrastructure that can access and give reliable reports based on real-time results. We no longer experience continuous system failures with automated performance monitoring tools.
What is most valuable?
Network security threat tools can launch and give advanced reports to the IT team on the future performance of various systems.
The data analysis dashboards provide comprehensive reports and graphic representations of network security.
We have secured our digital systems with high-grade security tools that cannot be bypassed by ransomware attacks. The customer service technical team provided virtual training to our team and provided the best article guidelines.
The automatic features seal all loopholes that could be exploited by cybercriminals.
What needs improvement?
The operations require skilled manpower with extended experience of working with networking systems for better results.
The cost depends on company size, and licensing terms are not favorable to small-scale businesses.
The good sides are many from my experience, and I could recommend it to any growing company that requires the best-performing network security. From the first deployment, we have experienced improved and secure network infrastructure. We have been working closely with the customer service team, and there is no situation that has led to negative objections.
A combination of on-premises and cloud computing services under one interface could enhance simple and comprehensive monitoring.
They can integrate tools with policy recommendations and notification alerts on when to remove specific objects of the user's choice.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for one to two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product's stable performance has stimulated business growth.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The set network security planning has been achieved, and we are happy with it.
How are customer service and support?
The customer support team never disappoints.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We started with this tool and have no intentions of leaving it soon.
How was the initial setup?
The setup was complicated since we had to get proper guidelines from the customer support team.
What about the implementation team?
We deployed through a vendor team, and their level of expertise is high.
What was our ROI?
The ROI has grown positively since we deployed it.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Companies can try it for themselves and explore its great benefits.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We landed straight to CloudGuard Network Security due to the positive comments made by our partners.
What other advice do I have?
I am satisfied with the current performance.
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.
Network Administrator at Ministry of Finanace and the Public Service
Easy to use, highly scalable, and helpful support
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature of Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is the ease of use. It was not difficult to learn."
- "Check Point CloudGuard Network Security could improve by making it easier to configure."
What is our primary use case?
We use Check Point CloudGuard Network Security for internal and external traffic filtering.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is the ease of use. It was not difficult to learn.
What needs improvement?
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security could improve by making it easier to configure.
In a feature release, the application should be more drag and drop. If I could search it and drag and drop it to the specific rule it would be helpful.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Check Point CloudGuard Network Security for approximately 10 years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability of Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is very good.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Check Point CloudGuard Network Security is scalable, it is good for enterprises. The scaling is simple to do.
We have over 500 people in my company using this solution.
How are customer service and support?
I have interacted with the support from Check Point CloudGuard Network Security and they were very good but could improve their response time.
I rate the support from Check Point CloudGuard Network Security a nine out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
What about the implementation team?
The vendor did the implementation and the maintenance of Check Point CloudGuard Network Security.
What other advice do I have?
My advice to others is the solution is very stable, and reliable, and they should ensure that they invest in Check Point.
I rate Check Point CloudGuard Network Security a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Cloud Engineer at ITQS
Improves productivity and high value manual operations and offers great simplicity
Pros and Cons
- "It improves the availability of engineers to carry out projects."
- "What I would like for future updates would be faster updates to apply, and perhaps a greater presence in the local language for the regions of Latin America."
What is our primary use case?
Currently, we were counting on a hybrid cloud and we needed to integrate the latest generation of security. We came to lean towards one of the security leaders in the market. These powerful capabilities position it and allow us to increase cloud security elastically while keeping up with the dynamic requirements of our business.
We use the cloud to integrate it into our hybrid cloud. It dynamically provides us with advanced security and consistent policy enforcement that automatically grows and scales with our cloud environment. With CloudGuard IaaS, we can easily protect workloads and applications.
How has it helped my organization?
Being able to move computing resources and data to public clouds means that security responsibilities are now shared between us and our cloud provider. While the cloud provider provides infrastructure protection, we as customers want to be able to control our own data and protect cloud assets while complying with internal regulations. On the other hand, we required complete traffic visibility and reporting, as well as proactive protection from even the most advanced threats within virtual network environments. CHKP offered us advanced threat protection to prevent the lateral spread of threats within defined data centers.
What is most valuable?
There are many important characteristics that for me are the best of the solution and come to support an emerging market:
- It improves the productivity of the company.
- It performs very complex or high value manual operations intellectual in a controlled and neglected way.
- There's a simplicity when performing tasks.
- It improves the availability of engineers to carry out projects.
- To all this we can add the ability to connect via API, and integrate solutions from developers trained for management from any location.
What needs improvement?
The solution from my experience is very good. What I would like for future updates would be faster updates to apply, and perhaps a greater presence in the local language for the regions of Latin America. These are markets that have been growing, however, the teams need a lot of time and training and in that period a specialized technician in the local language is required to support the constant requests. After that, I accept that Check Point surprises me as it has always done with its excellent work in innovation.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for around two years.
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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