Check Point Remote Access VPN vs SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control comparison

Check Point Software Technologies and SolarWinds are both solutions in the Remote Access category. Check Point Software Technologies is ranked #6 with an average rating of 9.1, while SolarWinds is ranked #21 with an average rating of 10.0. Check Point Software Technologies holds a 2.8% mindshare in VUS, compared to SolarWinds’s 0.5% mindshare. Additionally, 99% of Check Point Software Technologies users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of SolarWinds users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 25, 2026

Check Point Remote Access VPN and SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control compete in the remote connectivity domain. Check Point is preferred for security-focused environments, while SolarWinds is favored for its ease of use and support flexibility.

Features: Check Point Remote Access VPN provides robust security measures, extensive compliance management, and seamless network integration. SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control offers strong remote support capabilities, efficient session management, and simplified system diagnostics.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Check Point Remote Access VPN involves a detailed configuration with a structured deployment process supported by responsive customer service. SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control offers straightforward deployment and intuitive setup, with a reputation for quick service turnaround.

Pricing and ROI: Check Point Remote Access VPN has a higher initial setup cost but offers a solid ROI over time due to its security features. SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control requires a lower upfront investment with quicker ROI, making it a cost-effective solution for budget-conscious organizations seeking effective remote support.

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Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Remote Access category, the mindshare of Microsoft Intune is 6.3%, down from 10.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Check Point Remote Access VPN is 2.8%, up from 2.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control is 0.5%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Remote Access Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Intune	6.3%
Check Point Remote Access VPN	2.8%
SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control	0.5%
Other	90.4%

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OluwashileAdeniyi

Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer at a outsourcing company with 51-200 employees

Centralized endpoint security has improved and supports hybrid work and BYOD policies

Regarding what I dislike about Microsoft Intune and its downsides, I would say that more Mac controls are needed because we have limited Mac and Linux control. When comparing controls and policies between Windows, Mac, and Linux, Windows has almost everything you can think of, while Mac and Linux have limited types of control. You cannot implement certain things on Mac and Linux that you can on Windows. The limited controls are a major issue. Additionally, if Microsoft could find a way to embed servers into Microsoft Intune, that would be beneficial. Microsoft Intune is not really designed for servers or Windows servers. It is more tailored towards Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating systems. Windows servers are not fully supported. Enterprise organizations usually have both servers and endpoints, which are users' workstations. For servers, most people look for other solutions such as SCCM, which is Configuration Manager. However, SCCM is what Microsoft Intune is trying to replace. Both SCCM and Microsoft Intune belong to Microsoft. Microsoft is trying to transition organizations into Microsoft Intune, the native cloud solution. However, because this update is still in process, servers are not fully compatible with Microsoft Intune and cannot be managed by it. The current policy that has emerged from issues with clients is what they call co-management, which is relatively new, and I do not know if adoption is significant. Many legacy or older customers who have been using these products for decades still have SCCM. When it is time for them to manage their Windows devices, they use what is called cloud attach. Cloud attach is a term whereby your SCCM is connected to your Microsoft Intune. Most people do not know about it, but I have deployed it for several organizations. Cloud attach and co-management work together so that your device is in SCCM, but some policies are pushed from Microsoft Intune. It is like two different solutions working hand in hand. That is what they call co-management. Microsoft Intune does not bring all of your endpoint and security management tools into one place, which is the goal and how it should be. However, as I mentioned, servers are not included. If we talk about end users, Microsoft Intune does bring all your devices together. In a typical enterprise environment, you have end users with workstations, laptops, company-issued phones, and bring your own devices. You can create policies for all of these. However, for the backend, your servers do not have much coverage. Servers are not really covered by Microsoft Intune in that way.

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Niyajuddin Tiwale

Technique at Digitaltrack

Has improved security and enabled remote work flexibility across teams

The best features Check Point Remote Access VPN offers are its security features, which stand out to me. Whenever we are giving the remote access VPN to any employees or vendors, we can specify and control particular access. If we want to give access to a particular IP only, we can achieve that via this feature, and we also apply security features such as antivirus and anti-spyware while giving access to any employees or partners. The ability to control and specify access with Check Point Remote Access VPN, such as limiting to particular IPs or applying antivirus and anti-spyware, makes our environment safe from cyber threats and any types of malicious activities or accessing our private data. We control this through the feature by applying security policies that allow particular users. After deploying Check Point Remote Access VPN solution, I can say that our productivity has maximized. Users are working from home and even working 24/7. If they want, they can access our resources at any time, providing flexibility to work from anywhere. Employees say that sometimes they are not available during the working hour, but they can work from home at their flexible timing, needing access to our private network resources. They sit at home or any remote site and connect to our network to work, which is very good.

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Shadi Shaar

Healthcare Informatics Consultant at Dammam University

Has supported access for thousands of endpoints while reducing communication delays

The software offers compatibility with different versions of Microsoft Windows, ease of use, and features such as file transfer and other capabilities. Screenshot functionality is supported, and it has built-in chat functionality which we use occasionally. The product is seamless, easy to use, easy to implement and configure. We did not require any support whatsoever. It is affordable and allows simultaneous connections, which is beneficial for technical support.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"The best part of Intune is device control. If we need to block a user from opening something in their organization's system, we can do it from Intune. If we want to restrict the movement of an organization's data to prevent users from copying the data into Outlook, WhatsApp, or their personal Gmail, we can limit that via Intune. It secures all corporate data."

"We have definitely seen a good return on investment with Microsoft Intune, as it saved us a lot of time on manual tasks and reduced the need for extra tools, so overall costs went down as well."

"I would say that it is at the top of the list when it comes to the competition."

"The ability to push applications on devices is valuable. You do not have to manually install applications one by one. If you like to use ten different applications, you do not have to manually go and download them one by one. Intune can compile a package for you, and then you can just push them from the admin center."

"Intune's integration with Defender and other security solutions is valuable because it offers a view into different security vulnerabilities and enables us to secure them more effectively."

"The honest truth is that Microsoft Intune is the future."

"It's really easy to access."

"The mobile device management is very useful."

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"The main purpose of the product is for firewall purposes that we are using, and the VPN provides secure access for remote connections."

"The solution offers high scalability as far as adding more users."

"The solution offers great security features, including zero-day protection, malware protection, anti-phishing, et cetera."

"The biggest advantage of Check Point Remote Access VPN is that we already use the Check Point firewall. We only needed to enable the feature and do the configuration in order to enable the VPN feature. We didn't need to buy or manage new hardware. This was a big advantage."

"This solution has improved our organization by providing access to corporate resources in a secure fashion."

"It is easy to install the Endpoint Remote Access VPN client to different platforms."

"The policies are easy to use."

"It is stable most of the time."

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"The product is seamless, easy to use, easy to implement and configure; we did not require any support whatsoever."

Cons

"I wanted to check if there is any provision at the Intune level to restrict certain things, such as a website, but unfortunately, that feature is available only in Microsoft Defender. Intune has web filtering capabilities, but they are only useful for protection from malicious websites, whereas we would like to be able to restrict a website. For example, YouTube is a clean website. No one would identify it as a malicious website, but if we want to stop the end-users from going to that website, we have to go for another product, such as Microsoft Defender or another third-party proxy solution. It would be great if this capability is included in Intune."

"The backend of Microsoft Intune needs to be improved. We have seen a little bit of delay as compared to other MDM solutions. That needs to be improved. A little bit more granularity should also be added"

"Customer service is not really good. I would give it a six out of ten. The main issue is the time it takes to get someone involved who truly understands what the product does."

"There have been instances where enrolling devices should take 10 minutes but ends up taking an hour due to various issues."

"We only have major classifications for iOS and Android, but there are different brands that have different cycles of updates. If they can fine-tune it to make it more brand-specific, that would be even better."

"The reporting and cost have room for improvement."

"We faced issues with macOS support. The product should have better inventory and asset management."

"I find the price for Microsoft Intune too high, which represents an area for improvement in Microsoft's pricing model."

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"Sometimes we have some small problems with Check Point Remote Access VPN. For example, problems with authentication."

"They need to increase their timeout. Right now, it will fail after ten seconds, however, it shouldn't fail until after 20. If you don't get on your phone right away and check on your authentications, it will kick you out."

"Check Point Remote Access VPN could be more user-friendly."

"Our key technical supports come during hours that are not aligned with our working hours, which sometimes affects our access to support."

"When you need to create something, you have to follow many steps and I think that should be simplified."

"The maximum it is giving us is only 5 licenses and if you need more, they must be purchased separately."

"In an environment with multiple cluster checkpoints, the global properties common to all clusters in some cases give problems."

"The client-side UI is fundamental, and there is nothing to see."

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"Compatibility with other operating systems such as Mac and Linux would be advantageous."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Its price is quite okay. I wish they provide certain additional features with the same license."

"Microsoft Intune is not cost-effective as a standalone product."

"I am not that aware of the pricing, but as compared to other MDM solutions, Microsoft is providing a lot of things at the organizational level. So, it is quite reasonable as compared to other MDM solutions."

"Microsoft Intune is expensive."

"We use Defender ATP and E5 licenses."

"We don't get Intune as a separate module. Most of the time, we use it within an enterprise agreement like E3 or E5. Those licenses are at a good price, but what is annoying is that every single year they go higher."

"I rate Intune an eight out of ten for affordability. It's bundled with the 365 licensing, which is competitive overall."

"Consider the Microsoft Enterprise Mobility Suite rather than choosing specific sub-components, e.g. only Microsoft Intune."

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"There is a license required for this solution."

"I can say that the licensing costs are charged annually."

"My understanding is that the pricing and licensing are very competitive, and it's not one of their more expensive products. We buy licenses for the solution and have licenses for the endpoint servers."

"I give the price of the solution a five out of ten."

"The price of this product is good."

"Organizations that already have the Check Point NGFW need to purchase an additional license to have access to the VPN functionality."

"The solution is pretty expensive. The rating is an eight."

"Check Point Remote Access VPN is not expensive and the cost is annual."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Government

Outsourcing Company

22%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	192
Midsize Enterprise	62
Large Enterprise	185

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	53
Midsize Enterprise	31
Large Enterprise	34

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Also Known As

Intune, MS Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Check Point Remote Access VPN, Check Point Endpoint Remote Access VPN

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Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service designed for device management, security, and compliance. It supports automation and facilitates endpoint management for Windows, iOS, and Android devices, ensuring data protection and efficient policy enforcement.

Microsoft Intune offers seamless integration with tools like Windows Autopilot to automate device setup and deployment. Integrated with Azure Active Directory, it enhances policy management while providing robust reporting and analytics tools for compliance tracking. Despite its intuitive interface aimed at simplifying navigation and device security management, there are challenges such as compatibility issues with Linux and Mac, limited policy support for Android, and demands for better third-party integration. It's widely used for both corporate-owned devices and BYOD scenarios in dynamic IT environments.

What are the key features of Microsoft Intune?

Windows Autopilot: Automates device setup for rapid deployment.
Azure Active Directory Integration: Enhances user policy management.
Reporting and Analytics: Improves compliance visibility.
Mobile Application Management: Ensures app security without compromising personal data.
Cloud-Based Management: Allows management from any location.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Time Efficiency: Automation reduces time in policy enforcement and configuration updates.
Enhanced Security: Ensures data protection across corporate-owned and BYOD devices.
Improved Compliance: Advanced reporting tools enhance compliance visibility.
Flexible Management: Cloud-based nature supports management from any location.

In industries such as finance and healthcare, Microsoft Intune is implemented to ensure data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Manufacturing sectors utilize Intune for managing a distributed workforce across global locations, while educational institutions employ it to secure and manage devices in learning environments supporting both students and faculty.

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Check Point Remote Access VPN enables secure connectivity from remote locations with features like strong encryption and multifactor authentication. Its compatibility with multiple devices ensures operational flexibility for employees and partners accessing corporate resources.

Check Point Remote Access VPN integrates with current firewalls, providing robust security and seamless management. It supports effective remote work with centralized control, allowing users to connect securely from anywhere. While valued for its ease of use and stable performance, it faces limitations in Linux support and requires improved documentation. High-load performance inconsistencies and installation complexities are areas for development. Its adaptability to diverse systems, including cloud integration, offers scalable connectivity solutions.

What are the key features?

Seamless Integration: Works with existing firewalls for streamlined operations.
Multi-Factor Authentication: Provides strong security measures.
Centralized Management: Efficient control and log management via SmartPortal.
User-Friendly Interface: Enhances productivity and ease of use.
Device Compatibility: Supports multiple devices for flexible operations.

What benefits or ROI should users consider?

Enhanced Security: Ensures secure remote connections with encryption.
Increased Productivity: Stability and ease of use facilitate efficient remote work.
Infrastructure Cost Savings: No need for additional hardware investments.
Operational Flexibility: Supports diverse device access for improved scalability.

Organizations in industries like technology and finance implement Check Point Remote Access VPN to maintain secure remote connectivity for employees and partners. By enabling access to internal resources and applications, they support effective remote work and adhere to stringent data security standards, particularly during increased remote working demands or business travel scenarios.

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SolarWinds DameWare Mini Remote Control is a versatile tool celebrated for enhancing IT support and system maintenance across distances. Users value its seamless remote access, easy setup, and robust security features. It supports a broad spectrum of devices, streamlining operations, and promoting efficient collaboration. Moreover, its capacity for expedited task completion and improved data insights notably advances organizational efficiency and decision-making, making it a cornerstone for IT infrastructure management and support.

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