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We performed a comparison between Ivanti Connect Secure and Norton Small Business based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two SSL VPN solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Norton Small Business vs. Ivanti Connect Secure Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The stability of the product is its most valuable feature.""What I like the most about Pulse Connect Secure is that it's user-friendly. It's easy to use. You just need to connect, and that's it.""The product is easy to use.""VPN tunneling is a very valuable feature of Pulse Connect Secure. I also like that it is straightforward to use, and you can see traffic logs on it.""From an end-user perspective, the setup phase is easy.""I can safely say this is one of the best solutions I have seen for VPN access. It can achieve what other vendors may not be able to. This product will train you about exactly what an SSL should be. You can leverage it to do whatever you wish, the way you wish to do it. This is the solution if you want a perfectly scalable product for your enterprise that can help your mobile users and integrate with the latest technologies.""It is customer-friendly. It is quite easy for our users to connect. There is also the flexibility of the features.""The most valuable features of Pulse Connect Secure are multi-factor authentications, and VPNs and SSL VPNs we are using."

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"It efficiently scans for threats without causing disruptions, unlike some other antivirus software.""The solution detects viruses very, very fast.""Norton 360 offers the best defense compared to other low-priced antivirus solutions. Its most valuable feature is storage and automatic backup. You can restore materials from the tool's cloud backup. It is encrypted with authentication.""It offers diverse features, such as antivirus protection, firewall, identity protection, secure VPN, device backup, password management, parental controls, and performance optimization.""The most valuable feature of Norton 360 has been its robust notification system.""The product’s valuable feature is the availability of support services 24/7.""The solution has good performance.""The product offers all the essential licenses compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and mobile platforms."

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Cons
"Pulse Connect Secure could improve the reporting, it is lacking in detail and should take the report automatically.""This solution normally works but at times, we have had trouble with connectivity.""The support team of the product needs improvement. Sometimes we have issues with multiple authentications, but there is no help from the support team.""I don't have any downsides to report about the product at this time.""The solution must be more user-friendly.""An area for improvement in Pulse Connect Secure is the concurrent connections, particularly needing a license if you want to use Pulse Connect Secure with your Microsoft or Windows machine.""Setup is complex. A few users had some issues with it.""The product could use additional dashboards."

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"The product should be improved with more storage. Though included in its price, the tool's auto VPN doesn't work at times.""Norton 360’s features for device optimization could be better.""One area where Norton 360 could improve is the constant push for upselling.""The solution’s stability could be improved.""The integration with Android devices needs enhancement.""There's a need for enhanced security measures.""I would like to see Norton 360 improve the speed of its cloud backup.""The tool should be easily available in the market and should be cheaper."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The cost of the product is high, but worth it because of the utility and great product support."
  • "The price of Pulse Connect Secure is expensive."
  • "A license is required for you to use Pulse Connect Secure, but I'm not aware of how much it costs."
  • "The pricing for Pulse Connect Secure is not low and not high, so it's good. It's a six out of ten for me, price-wise."
  • "Pulse Connect Secure is relatively cost-effective."
  • "I rate the product price a six to seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price."
  • "The pricing is quite nominal. We pay on a yearly basis."
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  • "The tool has a yearly licensing."
  • "It is an inexpensive product. We purchase its yearly license."
  • "The price is fairly acceptable."
  • "During procurement, we discovered that acquiring licenses in packages or bundles, such as the one for 20 users, was more cost-effective than individual licenses."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:From an end-user perspective, the setup phase is easy.
    Top Answer:Ivanti Connect Secure's price varies from customer to customer. Okay. VPN products are always expensive. The price also depends on how much a user wants to have a secure VPN. I rate the product price… more »
    Top Answer:The product's price is an area where improvements are required. I have also dealt with some solutions, like Cisco, in the past, which were more expensive than Ivanti Connect Secure. Sometimes, the… more »
    Top Answer:The product offers all the essential licenses compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and mobile platforms.
    Top Answer:The product comes with a yearly subscription. It is neither cheap nor too expensive.
    Top Answer:Norton 360 should stop the ads. We’re tired of the subscription pop-ups. Every time you run a scan and it says to subscribe, it will cost you a bit extra. The client backup could be more easy.
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    Pulse Connect Secure
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    Overview
    Ivanti Connect Secure provides a seamless, cost-effective SSL VPN solution for remote and mobile users from any web-enabled device to corporate resources— anytime, anywhere.
    Safeguard your business effortlessly with Norton Small Business, providing comprehensive protection wherever you are. Feel confident in the security of your business as Norton helps protect your devices, offering easy installation, overview, and management without the need for IT skills. With a focus on reducing online risks, this solution enables secure browsing for employees on-the-go and enhances the security of company passwords and financial information. Additionally, Norton Small Business contributes to the longevity of your PCs with automated Windows PC cleaning and optimization, ensuring peak efficiency. Prioritize data integrity by maintaining three separate backups, including an additional backup in the cloud. With Norton Small Business, empower your team to work safely while staying ahead of potential threats, making it an ideal choice for businesses seeking straightforward and robust online security solutions.
    Sample Customers
    Axcient, Baloise Group, Cygate, Catholic University of America, Datec Inc, Revlon, Santa Monica Networks, 7-Eleven
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    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Financial Services Firm29%
    Manufacturing Company21%
    Computer Software Company21%
    Comms Service Provider14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company13%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Government11%
    Manufacturing Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Government11%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    Computer Software Company9%
    Educational Organization7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise67%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business18%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise66%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business67%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise41%
    Buyer's Guide
    Norton Small Business vs. Ivanti Connect Secure
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Norton Small Business vs. Ivanti Connect Secure and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    769,479 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Ivanti Connect Secure is ranked 3rd in SSL VPN with 25 reviews while Norton Small Business is ranked 6th in SSL VPN with 9 reviews. Ivanti Connect Secure is rated 7.6, while Norton Small Business is rated 8.6. The top reviewer of Ivanti Connect Secure writes "Beneficial multi-factor authentications, useful SSL VPNs, and simple initial setup". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Norton Small Business writes "Provides a secure and hassle-free environment". Ivanti Connect Secure is most compared with Fortinet FortiClient, OpenVPN Access Server, Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client, Ivanti Tunnel and F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM), whereas Norton Small Business is most compared with HP Wolf Security, CrowdStrike Falcon, Kaspersky Total Security, Microsoft Defender for Business and Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks. See our Norton Small Business vs. Ivanti Connect Secure report.

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