F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) vs Safe-T Secure Application Access vs SonicWall Mobile Connect comparison

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We performed a comparison between F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Safe-T Secure Application Access, and SonicWall Mobile Connect based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Pros
"Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.""One of the greatest things about F5 Load Balancer is that it provides additional capability for handling huge workloads and routing them to an SAP or non-SAP application. It is capable of supporting a large amount of user workload and application connectivity workload. This was the main reason why we chose F5.""Bandwidth optimization and capacity awareness of the bandwidth are valuable features. Its video streaming capabilities are also very useful.""The product is very stable. We put a decent amount of stress on it given our load.""I've worked a little bit with iRules and it is amazing.""We plan to create packages of services from which it will be possible to build comprehensive tailor-made solutions.""Valuable features include Link Controller and Server Load Balancer.""We are fond of the load balancing feature for DNS and servers."

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"the security level is very high. After we tested it and checked all the security aspects of the product, we found that it's highly secure.""It's easy to use over the web. A user who is not in the office can use it and securely insert files.""If you want a very flexible system that you can easily integrate, and develop interfaces for it or plug-ins to other application environments, it's probably the most flexible""Safe-T is very good for users because it has plug-in for Outlook."

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"The ease of use is great. It's pretty easy for users to get on the tablet or whatever and select the bookmark they need and just take it over.""The solution benefits IT managers in backend programming. The ease of configuring and securing it while ensuring security measures is crucial. The tool is easy in terms of user experience. It is straightforward.""I can say that it's stable and the performance is acceptable.""The solution offers multiple OS support."

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"I would like there to be more device security. I would like the tool to support SSL links, along with SSL and TLS.""The solution could improve the ease of use, the management could be simplified. Other solutions are easier to use.""I would like to see better integration.""Internet and cloud support could be improved.""I would like to see F-5 implement a regular routing like in other Linux-based devices. When we try and integrate in some complex networks, we have to use some additional routing scenarios from a Layer 3 perspective, then we have some problems. It would be great if this were fixed somehow.""Certificate management needs improvement. I would like automated deployment of new certificates without manual intervention to be in the next release of this product.""Bugs are the part of program and they are fixed with every release, as with any vendor.""Not everything is intuitive."

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"One important thing that we haven't found in this product is the ability to provide a read-only view for documents. Also, the ability for the customer to add annotations to these documents.""The Outlook agent is not working well for installing it in the entire office."

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"Lacks multiple cloud integration.""Licensing includes things that my customers don't need.""SonicWall Mobile Connect’s marketing efforts are commendable; they may not be perceived as the most secure player compared to Fortinet or Meraki. SonicWall Mobile Connect should focus on positioning itself as a strong contender in the mid-market segment to improve its standing. Many high-end engineers dismiss it in favor of Fortinet or Meraki, often due to a lack of firsthand experience.""Technical support can always get better. Any time you have to call in for any certain thing, it can be difficult."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Though functionality is high, its cost can be considered slightly higher than its competitors​."
  • "The licensing pricing seems relatively easy enough to get your head around. I would advise anyone to ensure that you have a conversation with an F5 consultant before purchasing, as you would with most products."
  • "Take a look at the modules that you are going to use. Look into the best bundles for them."
  • "The only area that has room for improvement would be pricing, so its competitors do not have a say."
  • "If your IT budget is good, go for it."
  • "This product is costly from a licensing perspective considering its competitors."
  • "Check other vendors like Cisco, Citrix or A10 Networks. There are plenty in the market with which you can achieve same thing."
  • "Great product for the money. But they can get really expensive, so get what meets your needs."
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    Also Known As
    F5 BIG-IP, BIG-IP LTM, F5 ASM, Viprion, F5 BIG-IP Virtual Edition , Crescendo Networks Application Delivery Controller, BIG IP
    Safe-T SDA, Safe-T, Safe-T Software-Defined Access
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    Overview

    F5 BIG-IP LTM optimizes the speed and reliability of your apps via both network and application layers. Using real-time protocol and traffic management decisions based on app and server and connection management conditions, and TCP and content offloading, BIG-IP LTM dramatically improves application and infrastructure responsiveness. BIG-IP LTM's architecture includes protocol awareness to control traffic for the most important applications. BIG-IP LTM tracks the dynamic performance levels of servers and delivers SSL performance and visibility for inbound and outbound traffic, to protect the user experience by encrypting everything from the client to the server.

    BIG-IP LTM provides enterprise-class Application Delivery Controller (ADC). You get granular layer 7 control, SSL offloading and acceleration capabilities, and advanced scaling technologies that deliver performance and reliability on-demand. The highly optimized TCP/IP stack combines TCP/IP techniques and improvements in the latest RFCs with extensions to minimize the effect of congestion and packet loss and recovery. Independent testing tools and customer experiences show LTM's TCP stack delivers up to a 2x performance gain for users and a 4x increase in bandwidth efficiency.



    Safe-T is a provider of Zero Trust Access solutions which mitigate attacks on enterprises’ business-critical services and sensitive data, while ensuring uninterrupted business continuity. 

    Safe-T’s cloud and on-premises solutions ensure that an organization’s access use cases, whether into the organization or from the organization out to the internet, are secured according to the “validate first, access later” philosophy of Zero Trust. 

    This means that no one is trusted by default from inside or outside the network, and verification is required from everyone trying to gain access to resources on the network or in the cloud. 

    Safe-T’s wide range of access solutions reduce organizations’ attack surface and improve their ability to defend against modern cyberthreats. As an additional layer of security, our integrated business-grade global proxy solution cloud service enables smooth and efficient traffic flow, interruption-free service, unlimited concurrent connections, instant scaling and simple integration with our services. 

    With Safe-T’s patented reverse-access technology and proprietary routing technology, organizations of all size and type can secure their data, services and networks against internal and external threats. 

    At Safe-T, we empower enterprises to safely migrate to the cloud and enable digital transformation.

    SonicWall Mobile Connect gives your employees safe, easy access to the data and resources they need to be productive from a range of devices, including iOS, OS X, Android, Chrome OS, Kindle Fire and Windows. Display only the resources to which your workforce is authorized based on your policies for each user and mobile platform. Ensure that your corporate network is protected from mobile threats and unauthorized access with our durable secure VPN client.

    Sample Customers
    Riken, TransUnion, Tepco Systems Administration, Daejeon University, G&T Bank, Danamon, CyberAgent Inc.
    Government of Israel, eviCore Healthcore, Glen Imaging, Sarin, LBG, Rollomatic, Boegli-Gravures SA, Banque Heritage, Groupe Minoteries, Temenos, ZEK, RLM Finsbury, Harel Insurance, Meitav Dash
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    Top Industries
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    Comms Service Provider20%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Media Company6%
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    Financial Services Firm17%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Government9%
    Comms Service Provider7%
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    Computer Software Company17%
    Real Estate/Law Firm10%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Construction Company7%
    Company Size
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    Small Business33%
    Midsize Enterprise17%
    Large Enterprise50%
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    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise68%
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    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business49%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise38%
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