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# WatchGuard Firebox

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> WatchGuard offers network security solutions, from tabletop to Cloud firewalls, that deliver a broad range of layered protections.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 446 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses WatchGuard Firebox?

WatchGuard network security supports small and medium-sized businesses, large enterprises, remote workers, educational institutions, healthcare, government agencies, non-profits, and retail.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 446 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: WatchGuard
- **Founded**: 1996

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Contact WatchGuard for pricing details.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece and 28 more

## Features

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Access Management
- Activity Monitoring
- Alerts/Notifications
- Anti Virus
- Content Filtering
- Event Logs
- Firewalls
- Intrusion Detection System
- Intrusion Prevention System
- Log Access
- Network Monitoring
- Policy Management
- Real-Time Monitoring
- Reporting/Analytics
- Risk Alerts
- Threat Response
- VPN Software
- Vulnerability Scanning

## Integrations (1 total)

- WatchGuard AuthPoint

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- 24/7 (Live rep)
- Chat

## Category

- [Network Security Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30003/network-security/software)

## Related Categories

- [Network Security Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30003/network-security/software)
- [Firewall Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/32415/firewall/software)

## Alternatives

1. [ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/172277/manageengine-firewall-analyzer) — 4.5/5 (241 reviews)
2. [FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/1014481/fortigate-next-generation-firewalls) — 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
3. [ESET Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/151915/eset-endpoint-security) — 4.7/5 (1169 reviews)
4. [Panorama](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/192172/panorama) — 4.8/5 (6 reviews)
5. [Mcafee Total Protection](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/219069/mcafee-total-protection) — 4.2/5 (77 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Firebox Excellence" — 5.0/5

> **Philip** | *5 February 2025* | Computer & Network Security | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Being able to control the WatchGuard Firebox from the Cloud is essential in setting up and diagnosing VPN's between sites. The interface is easy to use and changes are easy to deploy.
> 
> **Cons**: NOTHING\! Everything that was required this box does easily and without continued supervision.
> 
> Excellent\! WatchGuard provides hardware that does what the label says and offers professional technical support when needed.

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### "Good to work with Firebox" — 5.0/5

> **Trevor** | *9 February 2025* | Computer & Network Security | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Ease of configuring in most cases. The dropin mode is a good feature
> 
> **Cons**: Unable to write one access list and apply to many rules indepenantly.
> 
> I have had a number of issues over time and all have been reolved quickly.

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### "Great Product" — 5.0/5

> **Chris** | *4 February 2025* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I found the product to be Very reliable. I love the vpn options,easy setup and web interface.
> 
> **Cons**: I find the wifi could be a little better and easier to setup.
> 
> We have many sites with watchguard Firebox. I love the vpn options and web interface is great.

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### "Watchguard is emerging as one of the best security vendor." — 4.0/5

> **Shivam** | *5 November 2024* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The robustness of firebox is good and enhances reliability.
> 
> **Cons**: Watchguard cloud management interface is quite immature.

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### "Great products\!" — 4.0/5

> **Daniel** | *6 November 2024* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Ability to control the network at a granular level and offer to clients as an MSSP model.
> 
> **Cons**: Price is high, but a worthwhile investment for the client.
> 
> Great quality product and fantastic support.

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