Forcepoint Email Security [EOL] vs SonicWall Email Security comparison

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Forcepoint and SonicWall are both solutions in the Email Security category. Additionally, 76% of Forcepoint users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 88% of SonicWall users who would recommend it.

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We performed a comparison between Forcepoint Email Security [EOL] and SonicWall Email Security based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Forcepoint Email Security [...

Average Rating

7.8

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SonicWall Email Security

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

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Email Security (26th)

Featured Reviews

Kunjal Haria

Systems Manager at Muraspec Decorative Solutions Ltd

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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Mahendra Basera

Sr. Engineer at InterGlobe Technology Quotient

Improved email threat visibility and security posture through adaptive reputation and analytics

I have experience with Cisco and other vendors like Sophos. I have more than 10 years of experience in this field. I worked with the Adaptive Reputation Management feature of SonicWall. Machine learning plays an important role in updating threat intelligence, particularly with SonicWall. The pricing for SonicWall Email Security is reasonable and budget-friendly. My overall rating for SonicWall Email Security is 8 out of 10 because, apart from the areas that need improvement, it was overall good.

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Quotes from Members

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Pros

"This is a reasonably stable solution."

"Unlike other competitors, it doesn't cause any performance issues."

"Using Forcepoint, we have created policies and rules for any suspicious mail. It is blocked and only released by an admin's approval."

"It is good at data leakage prevention (DLP). You can create the data exfiltration profile while sending the emails, which is one of the key advantages of the solution."

"All of the filtering features are very nice."

"Technical support is great and are available during the week and on weekends."

"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."

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"This solution provides very good email security that protects us against spamming and malware."

"The pricing for SonicWall Email Security is reasonable and budget-friendly."

"The most valuable feature of SonicWall Email Security is the blocking of emails using keywords. If there are any particular keywords in the subject, that we want to block from receiving from a particular person we can do it. Additionally, the blocking of emails is easy. we can release that one and we can block some of the keywords also like that."

"According to our customers, the product's most valuable feature is the ability to detect spam and reduce phishing emails."

"We always get ROI from the product we are using; it is completely flexible and acceptable according to our security requirements over the last four years and currently."

"Beside a few issues with specificity in the email protection controls, this product is very good at handling email security."

"It is a very scalable solution."

"This solution has been really good for us and I recommend using it."

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Cons

"The solution could use better integration capabilities."

"I would like for deployment to be simplified."

"The reporting functionality needs to be improved, as it is not customizable."

"Forcepoint is the best for DLP, but it is not better than other solutions in terms of phishing emails or threat protections on the email. It has less visibility over there. They might need to enhance these components because other solutions, such as Cisco Email Security and IronPort, have more advanced features. Forcepoint should focus more on threats and spam. They have a small database for spam. They must increase their solution's capability from this perspective."

"We've fixed a couple of issues on the solution so far. It doesn't work perfectly all the time."

"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."

"It would be better if it were simpler to deploy on one or two machines instead of three or four machines."

"Forcepoint is the best for DLP, but it is not better than other solutions in terms of phishing emails or threat protections on the email."

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"SonicWall Email Security is scalable, but the price per license is expensive."

"Overall, this is a solution that provides good security but at a very high cost."

"Policy deployment could be time consuming and represents an area for improvement in SonicWall Email Security."

"Load balancing is not stable."

"The platform's control panel needs enhancement."

"The protection level for email security isn't 100%. I'm still getting some spam and junk mail."

"There could be definition updates included in the subscription."

"SonicWall Email Security could improve by making the file blocking and the release feature easier to use"

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."

"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."

"Licensing is a yearly subscription that is based on the number of users."

"There are three types of support licenses."

"My company pays for Forcepoint Email Security licensing annually."

"When compared to other email security solutions, the price is not cheap."

"We have a two-year license subscription and the price is very high."

"The cost is cheaper than Sophos. I would rate it as five out of ten."

"When compared with Cisco, it is very well priced. Cisco is very expensive."

"The platform offers a yearly license."

"Our customers purchase the solution's yearly license."

"I rate the application’s pricing a five out of ten."

"The overall price of SonicWall Email Security should be reduced and there should be an option to purchase one or two licenses more instead of their current policy of bulk increases only. There should be more flexibility in the licensing model. Each license cost approximately $33 annually."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Outsourcing Company

20%

Financial Services Firm

14%

Healthcare Company

Performing Arts

Construction Company

16%

Financial Services Firm

Comms Service Provider

Marketing Services Firm

Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	1

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

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SonicWall Email Security?

The solution is affordable.

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What needs improvement with SonicWall Email Security?

Policy deployment could be time consuming and represents an area for improvement in SonicWall Email Security.

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SonicWall Email Security was used for security purposes, which aligns with the product's core function.

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Also Known As

Websense Email Security

Dell SonicWALL Email Security Platform, SonicWall Hosted Email Security

Overview

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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SonicWall Email Security offers comprehensive protection against spam, phishing, and ransomware with features like anti-virus, anti-spoofing, and advanced threat detection.

SonicWall Email Security combines real-time threat intelligence with multi-layer cloud security, enhancing email protection through strong filtering options and packet analysis. Users appreciate its usability and advanced analytics, offering 24/7 detection alerts and flexibility, ideal for mid-sized organizations. Requests for improved phishing protection, analytics integration, and better documentation are common among users. Many seek enhanced outbound HTTP scanning and reporting features, while pricing and support remain prominent areas for improvement.

What are SonicWall Email Security's key features?

Anti-Spam: Effectively filters unwanted emails.
Anti-Phishing: Protects against deceptive threats.
Anti-Virus: Guards against malware transmitted via email.
Anti-Spoofing: Ensures email authenticity.
24/7 Threat Detection: Continuous monitoring for potential threats.

What benefits and ROI should users look for?

Ease of Use: Intuitive interface simplifies operation.
Advanced Analytics: In-depth insights assist in security management.
Flexibility: Adaptable for diverse organizational structures.
Continuous Updates: Regular feature enhancements and threat data.

SonicWall Email Security is implemented across sectors to guard against spam, phishing, and ransomware. It's used for email scanning, spam filtering, and securing communications both within offices and cloud environments. Security professionals and resellers often deploy it as a critical element in broader security frameworks.

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Sample Customers

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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