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WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi pros and cons

Vendor: WatchGuard
3.9 out of 5

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PROS

WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi makes it easy to obtain all information about client experience.
Cloud analytics provide all attributes needed.
The stability of WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi is commendable.
Wi-Fi security features are beneficial for customers needing strict network access control.
The configuration is very flexible and integrates directly with firewalls.

CONS

If a client device faces authentication issues due to an outdated browser, there is no one-click option to migrate the client onto the portal.
There is a lack of a one-click user import feature.
Scaling WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi can be done but has its limitations.
The price of WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi is high enough to deter potential customers.
Changing the subscription level is not easy once purchased with a certain subscription.
 

WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi Pros review quotes

RC
IT & Telecommunications at BAA
Jul 10, 2019
It makes it easy to obtain all information about the client experience.
RC
IT & Telecommunications at BAA
Jun 28, 2020
Cloud analytics that provide all its attributes.
MN
Owner at It logic
Apr 1, 2021
The solution has been stable.
Learn what your peers think about WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: December 2025.
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MA
Technical & Pre-Sales Manager at GateLock
Sep 12, 2022
The Wi-Fi security features of this solution have been great for our customers who need to strictly control access to their network.
reviewer2091945 - PeerSpot reviewer
CEO at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Feb 13, 2023
They're very easy to set up and get running.
WarrenWilliams - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Account Manager at Bralin Technology Solutions
Aug 18, 2023
We like that WatchGuard works and integrates directly with the firewalls we use.
reviewer2562924 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT System Support Administrator at a non-profit with 501-1,000 employees
Feb 26, 2025
The configuration part of WatchGuard is very flexible.
 

WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi Cons review quotes

RC
IT & Telecommunications at BAA
Jul 10, 2019
If a client device had issues with authentication due to out of date browser or similar difficulties, it would be nice to have the ability to migrate the client onto the portal via one click.
RC
IT & Telecommunications at BAA
Jun 28, 2020
Inability to import a user with one click.
MN
Owner at It logic
Apr 1, 2021
The solution can be scaled but it has limitations from my experience.
Learn what your peers think about WatchGuard Secure Wi‑Fi. Get advice and tips from experienced pros sharing their opinions. Updated: December 2025.
879,310 professionals have used our research since 2012.
MA
Technical & Pre-Sales Manager at GateLock
Sep 12, 2022
The price of this solution needs to reviewed, as it is currently high enough to deter customers from trying it.
reviewer2091945 - PeerSpot reviewer
CEO at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Feb 13, 2023
I don't think they're available at the best price.
WarrenWilliams - PeerSpot reviewer
Senior Account Manager at Bralin Technology Solutions
Aug 18, 2023
One of the things is if you buy it with a certain subscription, you can't easily change the subscription level.
reviewer2562924 - PeerSpot reviewer
IT System Support Administrator at a non-profit with 501-1,000 employees
Feb 26, 2025
The support response can be time-consuming because sometimes issues are very sensitive and require instant attention.