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AlgoSec vs VMware NSX comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
8.6
AlgoSec automates firewall management, enhancing security compliance, performance, and efficiency while reducing operational costs and manual labor.
Sentiment score
7.4
VMware NSX enhances infrastructure efficiency, saving costs and resources, with returns in 1-2 years despite initial expenses.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.7
AlgoSec delivers efficient customer service with swift resolutions, 24-hour high-level support, and consistent user satisfaction despite occasional delays.
Sentiment score
6.7
VMware NSX customer service is praised for expertise and efficiency, but consistency and higher-level support accessibility need improvement.
There is a dedicated engineer program that provides consistent support.
Our technicians have a good support experience from the company.
The technical support from VMware NSX deserves a rating of seven out of ten.
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.1
AlgoSec is highly scalable, supporting extensive environments and numerous firewalls, with flexible licensing and robust large-scale deployment support.
Sentiment score
7.7
VMware NSX is highly scalable, integrating easily with infrastructure, despite challenges, and scores 7-10 in diverse deployments.
I rate the scalability at nine out of ten, demonstrating a robust ability to expand and cater to large enterprises.
There is a high level of satisfaction with its ability to scale.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.4
AlgoSec is stable and reliable for 24/7 operations, with minimal issues, though tech support response could be quicker.
Sentiment score
8.0
VMware NSX is highly regarded for stability, reliability, and performance, despite minor upgrade issues, with strong user recommendations.
 

Room For Improvement

AlgoSec needs faster failover, better REST API, UI improvements, vendor compatibility, and enhanced support and report customization.
VMware NSX faces challenges with complex setup, integration issues, and costly licensing, despite recent improvements in features and support.
AlgoSec should support in identifying most hit rules and re-ordering existing firewall rules - this is a very key to manage firewall CPU.
A cloud offering as a SaaS would relieve the burden of managing hardware, applying numerous patches, and monitoring the health state of the solution.
The initial configuration and integration within our existing environment were not easy.
I would like to improve VMware NSX, particularly on the visualization side, aiming for improved visibility in the environment.
 

Setup Cost

AlgoSec's pricing is high but justified, offering flexible licenses and valuable features, ideal for large enterprises.
VMware NSX pricing is seen as high due to licensing complexity, infrastructure needs, and potential costs for unused features.
Pricing for AlgoSec is fairly competitive.
The cost of VMware NSX is considered high.
VMware NSX is a little higher in price compared to the competition.
 

Valuable Features

AlgoSec enhances security efficiency by optimizing policies, automating rule deployments, and integrating with various platforms for comprehensive risk management.
VMware NSX excels in scalability, compatibility, and security with features like micro-segmentation and seamless network management across clouds.
AlgoSec auto implementation came into the picture, which helped the right departments to approve policies and implementations.
My use of AlgoSec included the FireFlow module, which is a firewall automation tool.
I value the ability to dynamically configure our network on the fly using VMware NSX.
The most powerful feature of VMware NSX is the micro-segmentation that allows us to separate the different protocols our application works with.
The functions of VMware NSX that I find most valuable include configuration management, which helps in optimizing workload and reducing costs.
 

Categories and Ranking

AlgoSec
Average Rating
9.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
183
Ranking in other categories
Firewall Security Management (1st)
VMware NSX
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
103
Ranking in other categories
Network Virtualization (2nd), Cloud and Data Center Security (2nd), Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) (8th), Network Detection and Response (NDR) (9th), Network Automation (6th), Microsegmentation Software (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Security Systems solutions, they serve different purposes. AlgoSec is designed for Firewall Security Management and holds a mindshare of 23.0%, up 20.3% compared to last year.
VMware NSX, on the other hand, focuses on Network Virtualization, holds 45.9% mindshare, up 46.0% since last year.
Firewall Security Management
Network Virtualization
 

Featured Reviews

Shameerudheen Kp - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to setup with good auto-implementation and good rule reviews
AlgoSec is slow when it is loaded with too many firewalls and policies. A plan to take care of heavy usage is to be considered. Support of all firewalls and policy features to be enabled. AlgoSec should support in identifying most hit rules and re-ordering existing firewall rules - this is a very key to manage firewall CPU. A clustering of AlgoSec can also be considered. A group of AlgoSec servers managing large client bases geographically or datacenter-wise or function-wise. A head reporting unit and child processing units.
DanielBass - PeerSpot reviewer
Improves network security with micro-segmentation but setup is complex
I value the ability to dynamically configure our network on the fly using VMware NSX. This flexibility is a huge advantage because it allows us to avoid static configurations that come with traditional hardware setups. Additionally, the micro-segmentation feature is beneficial for adhering to strict security regulations from our security department.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Financial Services Firm
17%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Healthcare Company
6%
Computer Software Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about AlgoSec?
AlgoSec's ability to integrate with various security and networking solutions enhances its overall value.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AlgoSec?
Pricing for AlgoSec is fairly competitive. Rating the pricing on a scale from one being high to ten being low, the price is considered competitive without being specified absolutely.
What needs improvement with AlgoSec?
The user interface for AlgoSec has remained unchanged for the last ten years and could benefit from being more interactive and informative. Additionally, a cloud offering as a SaaS would relieve th...
What are the biggest differences between Cisco ACI and VMware NSX?
There are some very major differences between both the Products and to name a few. -Cisco ACI have physical network gear (9K Switches) where the Code runs in ACI Policy Mode & the UCS server wh...
What are the biggest differences between Cisco ACI and VMware NSX?
Once you know your way around the Cisco ecosystem, using Cisco ACI is not so difficult. It is a global product, so when you change one interface, changes are automatically reflected on every switch...
What do you like most about VMware NSX?
The product has valuable features for security and network extension.
 

Also Known As

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VMware Nicira, Lastline Defender
 

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Sample Customers

Maersk, Delta Airlines, Chevron, General Motors, T-Mobile, Chevron, AT&T, BP, Bell Canada, HCA Healthcare, Morgan Stanley, Unilever, Nationwide Insurance Enterprise, US Bank, Microsoft 
City of Avondale, Lumeta, Kroll Ontrack, Heartland Payment Systems, Baystate Heallth, Exostar, Tribune Media, iGATE, NTT Communications, Synergent, California Natural Resources Agency, Bloomington Public Schools, Columbia Sportswear, Join Experience S.A, Schuberg Philis
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