Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) vs Jamf Connect comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jun 3, 2026

Jamf Connect and Check Point Harmony SASE compete in network security and identity management. Check Point Harmony SASE seems superior due to its robust features, despite Jamf Connect receiving positive feedback for pricing and customer support.

Features: Jamf Connect integrates seamlessly with identity providers like Azure AD and Okta, simplifies user authentication on macOS, and supports single sign-on and multi-factor authentication for enhanced security. Check Point Harmony SASE combines Zero Trust Network Access, Secure Web Gateway, and Firewall as a Service to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity across various platforms, offering data loss prevention and centralized management.

Room for Improvement: Jamf Connect could enhance support for non-Apple environments, provide more robust integration options beyond identity management, and reduce configuration complexity for IT teams. Check Point Harmony SASE could improve its user interface for easier management, offer more cost-effective solutions for smaller businesses, and simplify the deployment process to reduce the learning curve for new users.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Jamf Connect offers streamlined deployment in Apple ecosystems and is known for responsive customer service. Check Point Harmony SASE, while also easy to deploy, requires configuration across multiple platforms but provides flexible security solutions, benefiting from efficient customer support for troubleshooting and assistance.

Pricing and ROI: Jamf Connect is preferred for its competitive pricing, appealing to Apple-focused organizations with lower initial costs. Check Point Harmony SASE may have higher setup costs but offers an extensive feature set that could lead to higher long-term ROI for businesses requiring comprehensive security, making it more valuable for varied technology environments.

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iboss

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the ZTNA as a Service category, the mindshare of iboss is 3.4%, up from 2.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is 6.5%, up from 5.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Jamf Connect is 1.8%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

ZTNA as a Service Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
iboss	3.4%
Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81)	6.5%
Jamf Connect	1.8%
Other	88.3%

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Featured Reviews

Ashok Ananthula

Senior Consultant Proxy Engineering at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees

Cloud gateway has strengthened remote web security and now needs better Mac and ISP support

The problem our organization had is that iboss failed for the Mac devices. It is not able to give a successful agent for the Mac agents. That is where in 2025, we had to migrate to the Palo Alto-based platform. If your use case is for just Windows laptops,you can consider this platform as an option One issue is the data center resiliency part. In India especially, they are not tied up with the Tier 1 ISPs like Tata or Airtel; they were having Tier 2 ISPs and encountered many issues reaching few major sites that my organization depends on, and they were having problems that they could not fix quickly. They also lack a mechanism to route that traffic within their data center; rather, they ask customers to make a pac file change to route it to Singapore explicitly. It would be better if they route from their backend , i mean even if I send it to India DC, they should be able to route it internally to make that work; however, they fail to do that and ask the customer to route it in the pac file. Another suggestion is that in China, they do not have the proper setup; they used to have numerous problems with slowness and lack of premium circuits in China as well. That leads to multiple sites working slowly with latency-related issues. So the main issue is the ISP-related problems that need to be solved.

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Nasseer Qureshi

Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group

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.

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Robert Ojok

Systems Engineer Iii Apple Devices (Jamf Engineering) at a retailer with 10,001+ employees

Unified sign-on has simplified password management and now secures our mobile workforce

The ability to have a single password for the local device and the same password for the IDP is part of our security requirements. Jamf Connect integrates with multi-factor authentication from any IDP and facilitates initial device enrollment. It ensures that when a new user sets up the device, they sign in with their IDP username and password, which then creates the profile on the device. Furthermore, Jamf Connect is now integrated into Jamf Self Service Plus, providing a single dashboard for user password management and allowing users to sync and change their passwords. Additionally, Jamf Connect enhances security by offering two-factor authentication and permitting users to manage or seek help through support features directly within the app.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I would definitely recommend iboss for web filtering purposes to other organizations or individuals."

"It was a very easy product to install. It can be deployed very fast."

"Deploying iboss leads to good return on investment, estimated around 70% to 80%."

"Because of iboss, I did not have to assign web filtering tasks to my techs on a daily basis."

"The single-pane-of-glass console is one of the useful features of iboss because it provides a centralized view of security activities, web traffic, user access, and potential threats."

"From a use-case scenario, what I like the most is the plug-in. I like the fact that we can do the filtering of these devices offsite independent of the network they are connected to, and we do not have to have traffic coming back inside our network."

"First of all, the security policies are essential. I do not have to rely solely on Active Directory for our users."

"Iboss is a solution that prevents advanced persistent threats, and has a zero tolerance for attacks."

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"The service offers decent speed without interruptions, which allows me to work and focus without distractions or interruptions to what I am trying to achieve."

"Perimeter81 allows us to develop software as a service (SaaS) collaboratively in a safe and efficient manner."

"Scaling Perimeter 81 was easy to do."

"Setup is a breeze; you key in the target user's email, and the rest is a click away."

"Since implementing Perimeter 81 we are seeing an increase in network performance and employee productivity."

"The solution offers ATP features and management features."

"The best key features of Harmony are stabilization, private access, and Internet access."

"Using the preboot VPN option, we can reset a user who is working remotely that has forgotten their Windows login credentials."

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"The solution is scalable."

"Jamf Connect is an identity provider, and once you log in, you will have all the device's access."

"For those kinds of users, it is an awesome solution because it syncs their password across the devices they are using, which was not the case previously."

"Jamf Connect allowed us to fully customize everything, offering a branded way to change passwords and manage integration with Entra instead of LDAP."

"Jamf Connect integrates with multi-factor authentication from any IDP and facilitates initial device enrollment, ensuring that when a new user sets up the device, they sign in with their IDP username and password, which then creates the profile on the device."

"The most valuable feature is the synchronization of passwords with a local password, which works well."

"The initial setup of Jamf Connect was straightforward with clear instructions provided in the documentation."

"The tool supports different types of authentication. It also integrates seamlessly if you are using other Jamf products."

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Cons

"iboss can be improved because the integration could be better; you need to import all the sites that you access today, and there are a few problems whenever you import thousands of websites, making the integration process messy for the users."

"The dashboard management feels complex in our organization, so simplifying the management dashboard would be beneficial."

"The easiest device I have set up was the Barracuda line of products."

"It is stable, but due to growth, it can sometimes be less stable than wanted."

"The reporting feature needs improvement."

"I would like to see simpler dashboards, more detailed reporting, and faster performance in iboss."

"I am currently doing a PoC of the zero trust aspect of it. Compared to other similar solutions, it is hard to get around each feature. It takes a while to get used to it."

"The solution could be stronger on the integration side and offer more cloud applications like G Suite or Oracle."

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"The connectivity issue can be improved as at times it lags when connecting to their server."

"The platform's pricing can be an issue for smaller companies, as the cost may be higher than for larger organizations."

"An improvement could be made in terms of achieving better coverage in such complicated regions as the Asia Pacific, China, and Russia."

"In mobile devices, there is also sometimes a bit of tear when it is via LTE, however, that must be due to connectivity."

"There are a few areas where the solution could be improved. For instance, we sometimes encounter connectivity issues, which can be problematic. Recently, I experienced a connectivity issue while trying to move to Azure. Connectivity issues can be quite frustrating."

"One of the more negative experiences using Perimeter 81 is the fact that I am logged off after a pre-determined amount of time which cuts off access to some of my company's resources."

"It would be nice to have a notification sound when Perimeter81 disconnects, as I sometimes don't notice when the icon shows that it's disconnected, and I end up wasting time waiting for my browser to load a page that shows an error, usually error 404."

"The product needs to work on the integration of alerts with different SIEM or security solutions."

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"We have faced issues with the product's configuration. If we use the tool with other business manager solutions, then there is the issue of naming conventions. The tool needs to be careful with newer updates so that it doesn't break any of the existing configurations."

"Jamf's support could be improved."

"The solution’s technical support is bad and should be improved."

"However, there is a concern about pricing because Jamf Connect is a separate application that requires additional payment."

"I see a potential area of improvement for Jamf Connect from the commercial side, not from the technical side, because technically we do not have any issues."

"User training has room for improvement. This improvement would benefit from more documentation, and I would appreciate seeing more automation pieces as well."

"The solution needs to improve its licensing."

"Overall, there is a lack of consistent experience sometimes with some of their features."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is probably in line with other solutions, but I do not deal with the financial side."

"The overall pricing for iboss is very competitive and transparent."

"We have not priced the solution recently, but they were competitive with other vendors in the past."

"We had the cost of purchasing a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs. However, the following year, the cost of just licensing was similar to what was paid the previous year for a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs."

"It is not expensive, and it is also not cheap. iboss is priced right in the sweet spot for the number of features it offers."

"It is expensive compared to one of its competitors."

"The cost of the solution's licenses depends on the particular use cases."

"Perimeter 81 charges separately for gateways and VPN connectivity, but compared to Azure, it seemed more reasonable."

"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."

"I would rate Harmony Connect's pricing at six out of ten. It wasn't particularly expensive, but it wasn't super cheap either."

"Annual licenses cost $30 to $40 each."

"The product is reasonably priced."

"I consider the product to be a medium-priced solution. There are no additional costs attached to the tool."

"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."

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"We pay 2 dollars per device monthly. For the plus version, you have to pay 4 dollars per month. I think the product will give discounts based on the number of users and devices."

"I rate the cost as three out of ten, with ten being the highest."

"Jamf Connect has a yearly licensing cost, which is expensive."

"It's relatively inexpensive."

"The pricing model could be improved, especially considering the availability of alternative MDM solutions like Kandji, which offers similar features for free or at a lower cost."

"The pricing is good."

"The solution's price is reasonable."

"The pricing is definitely on the higher side."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Construction Company

13%

Outsourcing Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

16%

Construction Company

11%

Comms Service Provider

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	15
Midsize Enterprise	8
Large Enterprise	16

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	53
Midsize Enterprise	19
Large Enterprise	14

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	5
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	12

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with iboss?

iboss could be improved by making the dashboard more user-friendly, providing more detailed real-time alerts, and imp...

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What is your primary use case for iboss?

iboss is primarily used for cloud security, helping to protect users when they access websites and cloud applications...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for iboss?

The pricing and licensing for iboss were reasonable for the security features. The setup costs were manageable, thoug...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Harmony Connect?

I am not aware of the pricing, setup cost, and licensing, but I would say the setup cost is our resource, and we have...

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What needs improvement with Harmony Connect?

When I'm raising a ticket for Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81), it's a bit technical for non-technica...

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What is your primary use case for Harmony Connect?

I have experience with this product as a user. Currently, the Check Point product that I worked with mostly was the F...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Jamf Connect?

We purchased Jamf Connect directly from Jamf.

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What needs improvement with Jamf Connect?

Jamf Connect is pretty good software and well developed. I just wish it would also be available for Windows, but I am...

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What is your primary use case for Jamf Connect?

Jamf Connect is used for logging in from the Mac to our Okta, or connecting to my organization network, which helps M...

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Also Known As

iBoss Cloud Platform

Check Point Quantum SASE

Wandera, Wandera Private Access

Overview

iboss is the Zero Trust SASE platform that gives organizations complete visibility and governance over their AI, data, and applications through one unified platform, one console, one policy engine, and one data lake.

Your endpoints may already stop malware. Your data and application activity can still be invisible. iboss decrypts and understands every connection, then turns that signal into answers security leaders can act on.

The platform leads with three capabilities in this order: AI Security and Visibility, Data Security and Visibility, and App Visibility and Control. Zero Trust Network Access, VPN replacement, and SD-WAN sit underneath as the access fabric that carries those three. Trusted by global enterprises and government agencies.

What are the most important features of Iboss?

- AI Security and Visibility: conversation capture, shadow-AI discovery, AI DLP, and agent governance across Claude, Co-Work, ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok, and emerging services.

- Data Security and Visibility: full SSL/TLS decryption, deep content inspection, MIP label compliance, and one-click compliance reporting.

- App Visibility and Control: signatureless CASB, dual risk scoring, in-app controls, and SSPM for major SaaS.

- Containerized Zero Trust SASE: dedicated containers, isolated SSL keys, one console, one policy engine, one data lake.

- Access fabric: ZTNA, VPN replacement, and SD-WAN under the same platform.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

- Complete visibility over AI, data, and applications from one platform instead of separate point tools.

- Encrypted traffic is inspected by default so data decisions use content and context together.

- Shadow SaaS and new web tools appear as they are used, with enforceable controls in one console.

- Native data sovereignty through dedicated containers, in-region inspection, and per-customer SSL key custody.

- Scale proven in published materials: 10M+ users, 100+ countries, 150B+ transactions, 2.5B+ threats blocked.

Economic buyers are CISOs, CIOs, and VPs of Security. Champions include security architects, network and infrastructure leaders, SecOps, and GRC. Primary segments: enterprise and business, financial services, government (including FedRAMP Gov Cloud), healthcare, manufacturing, legal and professional services, retail and hospitality, and MSP/MSSP partners. Education, including K-12, is one vertical among these.

iboss

Check Point Harmony SASE, formerly known as Perimeter 81, offers advanced security through Zero Trust Network Access and centralized management that supports seamless remote operations and hybrid infrastructures.

Check Point Harmony SASE provides organizations with a robust platform for securing remote operations and hybrid infrastructure. It integrates cloud and on-premise networks, featuring centralized management for efficient policy control and real-time threat monitoring. With integration capabilities like Citrix SD-WAN, remote branch implementations become straightforward. Network access is secured by advanced anti-phishing and URL filtering. A user-friendly interface combined with strong customer support enhances management while promoting productivity.

What are the key features of Check Point Harmony SASE?

Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure internal resource access without relying on a fixed perimeter.
Centralized Management Console: Facilitates efficient policy control and threat monitoring.
Integration with Citrix SD-WAN: Simplifies remote branch network setups.
Anti-phishing and URL Filtering: Protects network access from malicious threats.
User-friendly Interface: Promotes ease of management and increased productivity.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Enhanced Security: Offers strong VPN, zero-trust, and firewall capabilities.
Improved Productivity: Supports seamless and secure connectivity across environments.
Operational Efficiency: Centralizes network management for simplified control.
Comprehensive Support: Backed by robust customer support and security guidance.

For industries managing remote operations, Check Point Harmony SASE is instrumental in securing connectivity across cloud and on-premise networks. By unifying access control, it allows employees worldwide to securely connect to corporate resources, be it from home, public locations, or through various Wi-Fi connections.

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Jamf Connect simplifies deployment and user authentication by integrating seamlessly with Azure AD and Active Directory, providing centralized identity management and minimizing password-related issues.

Leveraging its capabilities such as single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and password synchronization, Jamf Connect enhances security and user management efficiency. Users can easily manage accounts across multiple devices and IDP providers like Okta, benefiting from an intuitive interface that aids in password recovery and account provisioning. Comprehensive documentation supports streamlined usage. However, improvements are needed in licensing, setup process, pricing competitiveness, particularly in India, and documentation for offline MFA. Post-restart login issues and technical support challenges are noted.

What are the most important features of Jamf Connect?

Seamless Integration: Connects with Azure AD and Active Directory.
Single Sign-On: Simplifies user authentication.
Multi-Factor Authentication: Enhances security across devices.
Password Synchronization: Syncs passwords between identity providers and local devices.
Support for Multiple IDP Providers: Works with providers like Okta.
Intuitive Interface: Facilitates easy password recovery and account provisioning.

What benefits and ROI should users expect?

Increased Efficiency: Reduces manual processes and boosts productivity.
Improved Security: Enhanced security features minimize risks.
Streamlined IT Support: Reduced IT support tickets due to simplified management.
Centralized Identity Management: Simplifies user management and integration.

Organizations in different sectors use Jamf Connect to synchronize user passwords between local devices and identity providers like Azure, streamlining password management and account integration. By supporting single sign-on and multifactor authentication, it optimizes Mac authentication and enhances cloud-based connections, leading to fewer IT support tickets and increased productivity.

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Sample Customers

Trusted by global enterprises and government agencies.

Aqua Security, Cognito, Multipoint, Kustomer, Postman, Meredith

Mastercard, Deloitte, PayPal, Toshiba, BNP Paribas, EY, Otis, Rollins, Eurostar, Frontier, Sealy, Rolex, VITAS Healthcare

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