

Find out in this report how the two Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
Protecting around 2,000 users from cyber threats, including ransomware, has positively impacted the organization's growth by reducing disruptions and business loss.
We have seen a good return on investment since implementing Check Point SandBlast Network, as we are spending less time on forensics and it is also preventing us from potential breaches, which itself justifies the cost.
Check Point SandBlast Network has saved our money because we don't need to be concerned about security or invest in any sandboxing.
In troubleshooting, they are very helpful and knowledgeable.
The customer support for Check Point SandBlast Network is great, as the security team has extensive knowledge and provides proper solutions.
I did get the best from Check Point SandBlast Network's support team; they were very helpful while troubleshooting any kind of issues we faced.
I am familiar with the granular policy control feature of Proofpoint Email Protection, and I find their support excellent for modifying those policies.
The scalability of Check Point SandBlast Network meets our organization's needs as we grow.
The scalability of Check Point SandBlast Network is very nice.
It is scalable but requires growing the box itself because it is a resource-intensive solution.
Proofpoint is scalable for multi-site organizations with thousands of users.
When configured correctly with adequate resources, it functions properly.
In my experience, Check Point SandBlast Network is stable and I have not encountered any downtime or reliability issues.
Check Point SandBlast Network is stable in my experience, providing proper security to our organization.
Simplification of granular tuning for false positive reduction and bypassing benign files would benefit non-expert users.
The customer support for Check Point SandBlast Network could be improved as they are sometimes late with their responses.
Sometimes when we enable a feature in our security gateway, the CPU of the device goes high, so that can be improved.
Proofpoint could expand its phishing detection capabilities to improve its efficiency.
More security could be implemented.
I may advise Proofpoint to adjust marketing solutions based on each country.
My experience with pricing and setup cost is that pricing was a bit high.
Pricing is a bit costly, but considering the features and security offered by Check Point SandBlast Network, it is reasonable.
Customers pay around $90,000 yearly for a 1,000-user organization, with the subscription license being the main expense, apart from implementation fees.
Additional costs do come in, but it enhances security.
The key features of Check Point SandBlast Network include its ability to detect zero-day attacks, provide sandboxing capabilities, and offer real-time protection with threat extraction.
Check Point SandBlast Network has positively impacted my organization as it's very accurate and gives almost no false positives, providing excellent threat prevention and protecting against server zero-day attacks.
It detects zero-day exploits in suspicious and normal files, and includes forensic and reporting features that provide detailed incident analysis, malware behavior reports, and indicators of compromise.
The main feature I find most effective is that Proofpoint Email Protection scans emails and quarantines the doubtful ones.
The most beneficial feature of Proofpoint Email Protection is mostly spam filtering; it was very efficient, and we were very happy with the functionality as only relevant emails were allowed for mailboxes.
I appreciate that it's the industry leader, and its firewalling is very easy to manage and implement.
| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Proofpoint Email Protection | 7.1% |
| Check Point SandBlast Network | 3.1% |
| Other | 89.8% |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 31 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 8 |
| Large Enterprise | 13 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 21 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 13 |
| Large Enterprise | 17 |
Check Point’s evasion-resistant technology maximizes zero-day protection without compromising business productivity. For the first time, businesses can reduce the risk of unknown attacks by implementing a prevent-first approach. Learn More about Check Point Sandblast
Proofpoint Email Protection provides powerful filtering against spam, phishing, and malware, leveraging effective threat detection and blocking capabilities. This solution integrates smoothly with platforms like Office 365, offering a user-friendly dashboard for seamless operations.
Proofpoint Email Protection focuses on email security, ensuring protection against phishing, malware, and spam. It includes features like URL scanning, anti-phishing, anti-virus protection, and sandboxing for comprehensive threat analysis. Its advanced analytics through TAP and TRAP, along with strong integration abilities, make it appealing for handling email threats. While scalability and ease of deployment are advantages, challenges such as integration in complex environments, the cost, and limited local support require attention. Enhancements in search functionality, email encryption, and improved phishing detection are also needed.
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Industries adopting Proofpoint Email Protection include finance, healthcare, and education sectors, which benefit from its robust email security measures. Educational institutions prioritize safe communication for staff and students, while healthcare organizations focus on protecting sensitive patient data. Financial services benefit from preventing data breaches and fraud through advanced threats management.
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