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Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade vs Forcepoint Email Security [EOL] comparison

Check Point Software Technologies and Forcepoint are both solutions in the Email Security category. Additionally, 98% of Check Point Software Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 76% of Forcepoint users who would recommend it.
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We performed a comparison between Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade and Forcepoint Email Security [EOL] based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Check Point Anti-Spam and E...
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
42
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Email Security (11th)
Forcepoint Email Security [...
Average Rating
7.8
Number of Reviews
14
Ranking in other categories
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AshleyMorales - PeerSpot reviewer
Good filtering and blocking with very good security
Like any technological tool, it must always be at the forefront of the competition and this tool must make improvements in the accuracy of spam detection since it sometimes generates false messages. The ease of use with the user interface could be better as it is very static. A more current interface, on the other hand, could improve performance, and reduce possible latency. It should also improve integration with other security products on the market since this will make it much easier to have a fairly hybrid environment.
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Kunjal Haria - PeerSpot reviewer
Stable, easy to scale, and has anti-spam and anti-spyware features, but support needs to be faster and more knowledgeable
I've contacted Forcepoint Email Security support, but I'm not satisfied with the answer speed. It could be a lot faster. I also get more answers on the internet than from the technical support team, so Forcepoint Email Security needs more knowledgeable support. On a scale of one to five, my rating for the technical support of Forcepoint Email Security is three.
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Pros

"It does a better job of recognizing spammers."
"It refreshes the dynamic database regularly to ensure IP addresses that no longer misbehave are not blocked by mistake."
"One of the standout features of the product is a significant reduction in false positives, achieved through the implementation of artificial intelligence for detecting malware, phishing attempts, and spam emails."
"The robust Smart Dashboard enables to us fetch important and accurate data insights concerning the blocking of spammers and malware attacks on the system."
"A scalable, stable solution with good technical support."
"The solution can be monitored on a single dashboard with actionable insights and reporting."
"Advanced Spam Filtering to identify and block unwanted email messages."
"The real-time threat intelligence and advanced phishing detection make a big difference in our day-to-day work because since deploying them, we have seen a noticeable drop in the phishing emails reaching end-user inboxes, which reduces the number of security incidents that we need to investigate and saves time for the SOC team."
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"It's easier to deploy than other options."
"Forcepoint Email Security is a good solution, and I don't have any issues with it. I found anti-spam and anti-spyware the most valuable features of Forcepoint Email Security."
"I like how versatile the options are. For example, we can set it where we are able to access and browse Facebook but we are denied the ability to post photos. There is also that ability integrate with Office 365 - SharePoint app."
"This is a reasonably stable solution."
"The most valuable features of Forcepoint Email Security are the integration with other solutions. It provides a more secure infrastructure and views for the customers from the DLP. You can work on URLs, files, and advanced inspections that will protect the customers."
"The email and the web filter aspects of the solution are the most valuable features."
"The feature I find most valuable is the web, email and DLP integration."
"All of the filtering features are very nice."
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Cons

"I think that the pricing for the Check Point products should be reconsidered, as we found it to be quite expensive to purchase and to maintain."
"Recognizing spammers and spam email sourcing is extremely lagging these days, and the performance could be improved to provide better efficiency."
"It would be useful to have more logs and in aggregate mode, perhaps through a specific report, that can be more easily used for troubleshooting."
"Many would love to have this solution and be able to manage it from any device, including native applications or applications that can be installed on devices such as Android or iOS."
"Installation time could be improved as it takes too long to install."
"The anti-spam features could be upgraded to be able to detect unnoticeable spam."
"I would like this solution to be more integrated into other applications that Check Point has so that it could be managed quickly and safely from the Infinity Portal."
"It is expensive but worth it."
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"It's quite difficult to learn this solution, it's not an entry level product. If you are a skilled user you will think it's a very useful tool, but if you are not a skilled user, you'll think it is very difficult to learn."
"I would like to see some improvement like cloud application and integration capabilities and the classification part is missing from the DLP."
"It would be better if it were simpler to deploy on one or two machines instead of three or four machines."
"Customer support could be better."
"The solution could use better integration capabilities."
"We've fixed a couple of issues on the solution so far. It doesn't work perfectly all the time."
"Technical support is lacking. It could be a lot better."
"This solution could be improved by providing further functionality to reduce or to block ransom attacks, cross-site scripting and man-in-the-middle attacks."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Choosing the correct set of licenses is essential because, without the additional software blade licenses, the Check Point gateways are just a stateful firewall."
"I rate the pricing as an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive."
"Reasonably priced solution."
"I rate the product pricing a seven out of ten."
"For licensing, my company makes yearly payments, which is expensive."
"The cost is competitive with other security products on the market."
"This is a simple system with a very low cost and basic functions, which surely is ideal for a small company."
"When compared to other email security solutions, the price is not cheap."
"Licensing is a yearly subscription that is based on the number of users."
"There are three types of support licenses."
"Its licensing is quite easy and straightforward. They have two or three suites, and the price is negotiable. It depends upon the size of the deal. They have multiple licenses. The standard is one, and then there are additional licenses that you can go for. There are three or four licensing models. You have the network suite, endpoint suite, email security, and the standard one."
"My company pays for Forcepoint Email Security licensing annually."
"The licensing is user base (per user). The product is purchased mostly by medium to large companies. For smaller companies, we have other solutions because the pricing is not cheap."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Security Firm
23%
Computer Software Company
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Educational Organization
5%
Computer Software Company
19%
Financial Services Firm
15%
Performing Arts
10%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

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Small Business
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Company SizeCount
Small Business23
Midsize Enterprise12
Large Enterprise18
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business8
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise1
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade?
We now have better security and fewer false positives.
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What needs improvement with Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade?
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...
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What is your primary use case for Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade?
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 integra...
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Overview

Check Point Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade is a comprehensive solution designed to protect organizations from the growing threat of spam and email-based attacks. With advanced threat prevention capabilities, it ensures that businesses can effectively manage their email security and prevent the infiltration of malicious content.

This software blade offers a multi-layered approach to email security, combining anti-spam, anti-virus, and anti-phishing technologies to provide robust protection against a wide range of threats. It employs advanced machine learning algorithms to continuously analyze and identify new spam and phishing techniques, ensuring that organizations stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.

The Anti-Spam and Email Security Software Blade also includes advanced content filtering capabilities, allowing organizations to define and enforce email policies based on specific criteria. This ensures that sensitive information is protected and that employees are not exposed to potentially harmful content.

Furthermore, this software blade integrates seamlessly with existing email infrastructure, making deployment and management simple and efficient. It supports all major email platforms, including Microsoft Exchange and Office 365, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of environments.

With real-time monitoring and reporting capabilities, organizations can gain valuable insights into their email security posture. This enables them to identify potential vulnerabilities and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.

Check Point Software Technologies

Forcepoint Email Security gives you the security you need by protecting you against multi-stage advanced threats that often exploit email to penetrate your IT environment. It applies real-time behavioral sandboxing, enterprise-grade DLP and other advanced defense technologies to identify targeted attacks, high-risk users and insider threats. Forcepoint Email Security monitors outbound email to prevent leaks of sensitive information, and it empowers your workers — in the office or on the road — to safely adopt technologies like Microsoft Office 365.

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Sample Customers

SF Police Credit Union (SFPCU)
Alphawest, Amadori, AudioNova, Betsson, Confartigianato Vicenza, Davies Turner, iGATE, Lake Michigan Credit Union, Landa Digital Printing, Northern California Bank, Scavolini, Toyota
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