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AWS PrivateLink vs Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

AWS PrivateLink
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
26th
Average Rating
7.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Check Point Harmony SASE (f...
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
7th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (6th), Firewalls (17th), Anti-Malware Tools (6th), ZTNA as a Service (4th), ZTNA (2nd), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of AWS PrivateLink is 1.0%, down from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is 2.5%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81)2.5%
AWS PrivateLink1.0%
Other96.5%
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
 

Featured Reviews

Francis Adesalu - PeerSpot reviewer
A highly stable tool that needs to improve its security
The most valuable features of the solution stem from the fact that the tool provides security features, and AWS serves as a certificate of trust for its uses. The tool is easy to set up, and it secures your internet connection, so your IP address and email are not exposed over the internet since the VPN has the ability to mask the IP addresses of users after users get an Amazon ID to use for internet browsing.
Nasseer Qureshi - PeerSpot reviewer
Delivers seamless and secure remote access while enhancing security posture
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) offers strong features, but there are areas that could be improved. One area for improvement is integration with third-party identity providers. It works with standard SAML and SSO, but we would prefer deeper integrations with solutions such as Ping for more advanced identity-based policies. Additionally, a mobile-specific client or lightweight agent would be helpful for securing access from smartphones, especially in BYOD environments. We would appreciate more granular reporting and analytics, including better drill-down capabilities to investigate specific users or app activity. The logs are comprehensive, but filtering them can sometimes feel messy. The user interface on the management portal could be more intuitive, especially when managing multiple sites or remote offices. Some of the policy configuration steps are nested and could be streamlined.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."
"It keeps us all accountable and ensures secure internet connections while we all work remotely."
"Perimeter 81 provides a very secure and non-disruptive experience."
"The solution offers ATP features and management features."
"Its software solution also ensures connectivity and protects against NSF filtering."
"Its most effective feature is controlling employee access to specific applications. I can manage and monitor every step of the access process."
"The tool is easy to use and set up."
"The integration that this solution has with the different routers or perimeter equipment is exceptional."
"The product has a reasonably high pricing."
 

Cons

"Security is an area of concern in the product where the solution needs to improve."
"The user interface on the management portal could be more intuitive, especially when managing multiple sites or remote offices."
"In order to have to bypass the login using the website, a good feature for Perimeter 81 to have is a login instance in the Perimeter 81 application. I'm using a Mac and we don't have that functionality."
"When it comes to Check Point Quantum SASE, though the OEM provides security, it is not 100 percent full-fledged to meet the requirements from the customers' end."
"There is a very small amount of downtime."
"The solution requires you to buy a minimum of 50 licenses and that is not practical."
"The solution's speed of upload and download is an area where it lacks"
"In the future, maybe P81 can improve the network traffic balancing and redundancy."
"The tool could be more user-friendly."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The tool is not completely available for free, especially if you want to use certain features for which the cost is very minimal."
"The pricing of Check Point is relatively high when compared to other competitors like Palo Alto and Fortinet. While Palo Alto may be on the higher side in terms of cost, Check Point's pricing is similar to that of Fortinet. In some cases, Check Point offers better value for the features it provides. We initially considered other options but ultimately decided to purchase hardware that came with three years of iOS. This approach eliminated the need for any additional costs associated with Check Point. I would rate it 10 out of 10."
"Overall I am very happy with the solution’s flexibility and pricing."
"I would rate Harmony Connect's pricing at six out of ten. It wasn't particularly expensive, but it wasn't super cheap either."
"Perimeter 81 charges separately for gateways and VPN connectivity, but compared to Azure, it seemed more reasonable."
"Annual licenses cost $30 to $40 each."
"The solution's pricing model may not be suitable for smaller companies, as they might find it expensive. Larger companies tend to receive more value due to many users."
"Regarding pricing, I can say that the more the number of users, the less they have to pay."
"The product is reasonably priced."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
24%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Computer Software Company
11%
Government
5%
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
No data available
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business52
Midsize Enterprise20
Large Enterprise15
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about AWS PrivateLink?
It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AWS PrivateLink?
The tool is not completely available for free, especially if you want to use certain features for which the cost is very minimal.
What needs improvement with AWS PrivateLink?
Security is an area of concern in the product where the solution needs to improve. The security features are limited since the tool is available for free from Amazon.
What do you like most about Perimeter 81?
Even after restarting, it tries to quickly reestablish connection which is very helpful.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Perimeter 81?
It's essential to consider the organization's specific requirements and budget. Here are some general recommendations: * Evaluate your needs * Understand pricing models * Request a quote * Compare ...
What needs improvement with Perimeter 81?
In terms of improvement, Perimeter 81 could enhance its reporting and analytics capabilities to provide more detailed insights into network activity. Additionally, expanding integration options wit...
 

Also Known As

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Check Point Quantum SASE
 

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