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title: "Best Firewall Software 2026 | Capterra"
description: "Find the top Firewall software of 2026 on Capterra. Based on millions of verified user reviews - compare and filter for whats important to you to find the best tools for your needs."
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# Best Firewall Software

Last updated on September 4, 2026

How to find the right Firewall Software?

Learn more from our team about Firewall Software pricing features and benefits in our Firewall Buyers Guide

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## What is firewall software?

Researched by: [Capterra](https://www.capterra.com/resources/author/capterra/)

Updated on September 4, 2026

Firewall software is a cybersecurity tool that monitors, controls, and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on a predetermined set of security rules. It prevents unauthorized access by malware, hackers, and other virtual intrusions that may attempt to infect business systems or networks. 

Firewall software solutions are installed on computer systems or servers to provide and maintain network security. They can be installed remotely and generally require a small amount of device storage space, enabling even small businesses to protect multiple company devices at a low initial cost.

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For more information consult our [Firewall Buyers Guide](#buyers-guide-content)

[## MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/)

[4.6 (2098)](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/reviews/)

86% recommend

What is this product about?

Meet the database challenges of next gen web, cloud, & communications services with uncompromising scalability, uptime and scalability [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/)

Pros and cons based on reviews

-   Cost-effective open source database
-   Broad programming language compatibility
-   Performance limitations with scale
-   Frequent bugs and error handling challenges

Starting price

$2000.00

Per User, Per Year

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Alerts/Notifications5.0
-   Intrusion Prevention System5.0
-   Access Controls/Permissions5.0
-   Content Filtering5.0

-   Intrusion Detection System5.0
-   IP Filtering5.0
-   Activity Tracking5.0
-   Alerts/Escalation5.0

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Ram N.

Financial Services, 201-500 employees

> "I like the light user experience that MySQL gives me."

May 13, 2024

Ease of use

4.4 (2,098)

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Nay Myo H.

Banking, 201-500 employees

> "MySQL is one of the most widely used databases, meaning there’s extensive documentation, community support, and established best practices that can assist in troubleshooting and optimization."

November 6, 2024

Most popular Integrations

WordPress

4.8

MySQL connects with 1+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/#integrations)

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Harshit G.

Financial Services, 51-200 employees

> "The best thing I like about it’s integration with Excel."

March 13, 2025

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[## WebTitan](https://www.capterra.com/p/146034/WebTitan/)

[4.5 (276)](https://www.capterra.com/p/146034/WebTitan/reviews/)

What is this product about?

DNS web content & security filter for business that blocks malware, ransomware and phishing + provides advanced web content control. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/146034/WebTitan/)

Starting price

$0.40

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.4 (276)

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Aaron T.

Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees

> "It is also very flexible and can be used to have separate policies for different sets of users, and the AD integration makes this easy to apply."

November 21, 2024

Most popular Integrations

Boundless Automation

4.5

WebTitan connects with 1+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/146034/WebTitan/#integrations)

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[## ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/)

[4.5 (246)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/reviews/)

87% recommend

What is this product about?

Enhance network security with firewall management and in-depth security audits using Firewall Analyzer. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/)

Starting price

$395.00

Other, One Time

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Alerts/Notifications4.5
-   Reporting/Analytics4.4
-   Intrusion Detection System4.5
-   Policy Management4.6

-   Real-Time Analytics2.0
-   VPN4.4
-   Log Access4.5
-   Real-Time Notifications4.5

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Craig S.

E-Learning, 51-200 employees

> "i'ts a comprehensive product that gives us the insights into our firewalls behavour in a customisable and detailed interface."

February 8, 2024

Ease of use

4.5 (246)

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Parvendra K.

Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees

> "It also supports multiple firewall vendors and offers customizable reports, and helps simplify auditing and troubleshooting."

June 30, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Slack

4.7

Jira

4.0

ServiceNow

5.0

ManageEngine OpManager

4.9

ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer connects with 4+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/#integrations)

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[## Cisco Meraki](https://www.capterra.com/p/176649/Meraki-Systems-Manager/)

[4.5 (130)](https://www.capterra.com/p/176649/Meraki-Systems-Manager/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Monitor and manage mobile and desktop devices in the cloud through a secure dashboard. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/176649/Meraki-Systems-Manager/)

Starting price

$40.00

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Prevention System4.4
-   IP Filtering4.7
-   Policy Management4.6
-   Content Filtering4.2

-   Alerts/Notifications4.0
-   Intrusion Detection System4.2
-   Log Access4.0
-   Reporting/Analytics3.7

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Annie A.

Information Technology and Services, 501-1,000 employees

> "Cisco Meraki is its intuitive cloud-based dashboard, which makes network management, monitoring, and policy enforcement incredibly easy"

May 5, 2025

Ease of use

4.5 (130)

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Annie A.

Information Technology and Services, 501-1,000 employees

> "Cisco Meraki is its intuitive cloud-based dashboard, which makes network management, monitoring, and policy enforcement incredibly easy"

May 5, 2025

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[## GoodAccess](https://www.capterra.com/p/208155/GoodAccess/)

[4.9 (103)](https://www.capterra.com/p/208155/GoodAccess/reviews/)

93% recommend

What is this product about?

Top-rated Zero Trust SASE/SSE for network security and regulatory compliance. Protect your business, anytime, anywhere. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/208155/GoodAccess/)

Starting price

$7.00

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   VPN5.0
-   Access Controls/Permissions4.5
-   Monitoring5.0
-   Network Monitoring5.0

-   Real-Time Monitoring5.0

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Michael B.

Computer Software, 1-10 employees

> "I like the simplicity of the UI in the dashboard."

August 7, 2023

Ease of use

4.9 (103)

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Nick R.

Information Technology and Services, 501-1,000 employees

> "Teams can share the same public IP address, team administration is very straight forward using the portal with very good security controls that can be used."

August 29, 2023

Most popular Integrations

Okta

4.7

Auth0

4.7

OneLogin

4.6

Ping Identity

4.7

GoodAccess connects with 4+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/208155/GoodAccess/#integrations)

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Jenny C.

Marketing and Advertising, 1-10 employees

> "The aspect of GoodAccess that I liked the most was its ease of integration within our business."

August 8, 2023

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[## Nessus](https://www.capterra.com/p/130577/Nessus/)

[4.7 (94)](https://www.capterra.com/p/130577/Nessus/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Nessus Pro, the industry leader in vulnerability assessment, helps you quickly and easily identify and fix vulnerabilities. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/130577/Nessus/)

Starting price

$4000.20

Flat Rate, One Time

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.6 (94)

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ANILU M.

Computer Software, Self-employed

> "It has been used in the vulnerability analysis stage of the developed systems, it provides various analysis options, this tool accompanied by trained security personnel results in a good cybersecurity analysis"

April 24, 2024

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[## DNSFilter](https://www.capterra.com/p/156036/DNSFilter/)

[4.8 (88)](https://www.capterra.com/p/156036/DNSFilter/reviews/)

What is this product about?

DNS-based threat protection & content filtering. Driven by realtime A.I. Built for MSPs and Enterprise. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/156036/DNSFilter/)

Starting price

$1.00

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.8 (88)

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Kyle V.

Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees

> "Overall, it’s a great product for security and protection for your devices."

May 6, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Zapier

4.7

DNSFilter connects with 1+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/156036/DNSFilter/#integrations)

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Taylor M.

Computer & Network Security, 1-10 employees

> "Global policies, ease of configuration, speed, integrations with AD, it just doesn't get much better than this."

April 28, 2021

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[## Perimeter 81](https://www.capterra.com/p/166731/Perimeter-81/)

[4.8 (80)](https://www.capterra.com/p/166731/Perimeter-81/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Perimeter 81 provides secure access to local network, applications and cloud infrastructures with one unified platform. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/166731/Perimeter-81/)

Starting price

$8.00

Per User, Per Month

Highest and lowest rated features

-   VPN4.6
-   Single Sign On4.5
-   Access Controls/Permissions5.0
-   Access Management5.0

-   Event Logs4.0
-   Real-Time Monitoring4.0
-   Remote Monitoring & Management4.0
-   Policy Management5.0

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Domenico P.

Computer & Network Security, 1-10 employees

> "It is a Cloud service that lightens management and maintenance activities, making the end user independent from expensive hardware solutions or complex software solutions."

February 15, 2021

Ease of use

4.7 (80)

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Monica G.

Telecommunications, 201-500 employees

> "The VPN client supports windows, mac, linux, android, and ios."

March 19, 2025

Most popular Integrations

Salesforce Sales Cloud

4.4

Google Cloud

4.7

Microsoft Azure

4.6

Heroku

4.6

Perimeter 81 connects with 4+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/166731/Perimeter-81/#integrations)

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[## Mcafee Total Protection](https://www.capterra.com/p/219069/Mcafee-Total-Protection/)

[4.3 (78)](https://www.capterra.com/p/219069/Mcafee-Total-Protection/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Multi-layered identity protection platform that offers antivirus, safe browsing, ID theft protection, and secure VPN. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/219069/Mcafee-Total-Protection/)

Starting price

$29.99

Per Feature, One Time

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Detection System4.7
-   Intrusion Prevention System4.4
-   IP Filtering4.3
-   Alerts/Notifications4.3

-   VPN3.8
-   Network Monitoring4.3
-   Real-Time Monitoring4.3
-   Access Management4.3

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Nikit Singh K.

Information Technology and Services, Self-employed

> "Its user interface is user-friendly, so even non computer experts can figure it out easily."

August 2, 2024

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[## GlassWire](https://www.capterra.com/p/136163/GlassWire/)

[4.7 (68)](https://www.capterra.com/p/136163/GlassWire/reviews/)

What is this product about?

GlassWire is a modern network monitor & security tool with a built in firewall. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/136163/GlassWire/)

Starting price

$35.88

Flat Rate, Per Year

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Alerts/Notifications4.8
-   Intrusion Detection System4.6
-   Vulnerability Scanning4.5
-   Reporting/Analytics4.3

-   Anti Virus3.0
-   Activity Tracking5.0
-   Alerts/Escalation5.0
-   Monitoring5.0

Ease of use

4.6 (68)

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Yasiru G.

Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees

> "Glasswire lets you monitor your network usage and present it with colourful and insightful charts and graphs."

April 11, 2021

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[## BrowseControl by CurrentWare](https://www.capterra.com/p/218437/BrowseControl/)

[4.7 (63)](https://www.capterra.com/p/218437/BrowseControl/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Web filtering software. Blocks websites based on URLs and categories. Restrictions can be customized based on user, computer, or OU. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/218437/BrowseControl/)

Starting price

$6.00

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Two-Factor Authentication5.0
-   Content Filtering4.7
-   Filtering4.7
-   Access Controls/Permissions4.2

Ease of use

4.6 (63)

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Verified Reviewer

Insurance, 5,001-10,000 employees

> "BrowseControl has been a great tool for our organisation due to the enhanced security that it provides because of which we are protected from the phishing, the online threats by blocking access to potentially harmful websites."

November 15, 2023

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[## CrowdStrike](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/)

[4.7 (56)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/reviews/)

What is this product about?

CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity leader with a cloud-native platform for protecting endpoints, cloud workloads, identities, and data. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/)

Starting price

$8.99

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Real-Time Monitoring5.0
-   Reporting/Analytics4.5
-   Alerts/Notifications5.0
-   Server Monitoring4.0

-   IP Filtering3.0

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K

Kiran R.

Computer & Network Security, 51-200 employees

> "Dashboard provides good overview and user friendly."

February 3, 2025

Ease of use

4.3 (56)

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Jose M.

Banking, 1,001-5,000 employees

> "Crowdstrike provides a solid and enhance protection against Cybercriminal Actors that represents a threat for any organization, with state of the art AI Engine that provides full visibility and automation across platforms, orchestrating remediation."

September 3, 2025

Most popular Integrations

Okta

4.7

Cloudflare

3.0

Netskope Active Platform

5.0

Google SecOps

No rating

CrowdStrike connects with 4+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/#integrations)

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Verified Reviewer

Computer & Network Security, 51-200 employees

> "Great enhancement in each module, which involves:"

January 8, 2026

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[## Zscaler](https://www.capterra.com/p/175516/Zscaler-Internet-Access/)

[4.3 (48)](https://www.capterra.com/p/175516/Zscaler-Internet-Access/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Zscaler Cloud Firewall offers cloud-native protection by inspecting traffic, blocking threats & securing all users, apps, and devices. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/175516/Zscaler-Internet-Access/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Detection System4.7
-   Monitoring4.7
-   Policy Management4.7
-   Vulnerability Scanning4.0

-   Remote Monitoring & Management3.8
-   Risk Alerts3.8
-   SSL Security4.0
-   Compliance Management4.5

Ease of use

4.4 (48)

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Aniruddha G.

Financial Services, 1,001-5,000 employees

> "This is great product for highly regulations sector like finance, health, and auto mobile as it has lots of integration."

January 28, 2026

Most popular Integrations

CrowdStrike

5.0

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

4.6

Zscaler connects with 2+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/175516/Zscaler-Internet-Access/#integrations)

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Aniruddha G.

Financial Services, 1,001-5,000 employees

> "This is great product for highly regulations sector like finance, health, and auto mobile as it has lots of integration."

January 28, 2026

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[## FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall](https://www.capterra.com/p/231835/FortiGate-Next-Generation-Firewalls/)

[4.7 (44)](https://www.capterra.com/p/231835/FortiGate-Next-Generation-Firewalls/reviews/)

What is this product about?

FortiGate VM cloud firewall delivers complete AI-powered content and network protection. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/231835/FortiGate-Next-Generation-Firewalls/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Prevention System4.7
-   Content Filtering4.6
-   Network Monitoring4.5
-   Intrusion Detection System4.4

-   Reporting/Analytics4.5
-   Vulnerability Scanning4.4
-   VPN4.3
-   Filtering4.6

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Abhinandan Y.

Computer Networking, 51-200 employees

> "The user interface is straightforward, deployment is quick, and the firewall delivers stable performance even in large environments."

May 20, 2026

Ease of use

4.7 (44)

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Abhinandan Y.

Computer Networking, 51-200 employees

> "It provides advanced features like IPS, VPN, web filtering, application control, and SD-WAN in a single platform, which simplifies network security operations."

May 20, 2026

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[## XG Firewall](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/)

[4.5 (35)](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Sophos XG Firewall provides next-generation firewall protection that blocks threats, automatically responds, and exposes hidden risks. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/)

Starting price

Not available

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   VPN4.8
-   Policy Management4.6
-   Intrusion Prevention System4.8
-   Intrusion Detection System4.5

-   Content Filtering4.4
-   Log Access4.3
-   Reporting/Analytics4.3
-   Alerts/Notifications4.8

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Yolanda G.

Telecommunications, 1-10 employees

> "makes managing network security easier with all-new navigation."

October 17, 2023

Ease of use

4.3 (35)

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Yolanda G.

Telecommunications, 1-10 employees

> "makes managing network security easier with all-new navigation."

October 17, 2023

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[## NordLayer](https://www.capterra.com/p/203059/NordLayer/)

[4.6 (34)](https://www.capterra.com/p/203059/NordLayer/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Secure network access solutions tailored to business needs with cutting-edge VPN, ZTNA, threat protection & threat intelligence. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/203059/NordLayer/)

Starting price

$8.00

Per User, Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.7 (34)

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Rakhi V.

Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees

> "It is positive because it offers a secure and practical way to manage remote access for teams."

April 27, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Google Workspace

4.7

Google Cloud

4.7

Okta

4.7

Jamf Pro

4.7

JumpCloud

4.6

SentinelOne

4.8

OneLogin

4.6

Microsoft Entra ID

5.0

CrowdStrike

4.7

NordLayer connects with 10+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/203059/NordLayer/#integrations)

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[## Qualys Cloud Platform](https://www.capterra.com/p/82971/QualysGuard-Enterprise/)

[4.0 (33)](https://www.capterra.com/p/82971/QualysGuard-Enterprise/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Monitors the vulnerability management process, tracks remediation and ensures policy compliance. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/82971/QualysGuard-Enterprise/)

Starting price

Not available

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.0 (33)

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Amisha J.

Computer & Network Security, 11-50 employees

> "The customer support and documentation are very helpful during setup and troubleshooting, and once users understand the interface the platform become efficient to use for daily security operations."

March 9, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Google Cloud

4.7

Microsoft Azure

5.0

Qualys Cloud Platform connects with 2+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/82971/QualysGuard-Enterprise/#integrations)

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[## Sense Defence AI](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002920/Sense-Defence-AI/)

[4.9 (32)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002920/Sense-Defence-AI/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Web application firewall (WAF) that lets users defend business APIs or high-end web applications against bots and common web exploits. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002920/Sense-Defence-AI/)

Starting price

$99.00

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Real-Time Monitoring4.9
-   IP Filtering5.0
-   Network Monitoring5.0
-   Monitoring4.7

-   Alerts/Notifications4.5
-   SSL Security5.0
-   API5.0
-   Reporting/Analytics5.0

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Kareem E.

Human Resources, 1,001-5,000 employees

> "I have enjoyed a user friendly dashboard with smooth interface with any systems. Whenever a new deal is introduced, I find it easy to implement and adopt any changes."

November 20, 2023

Ease of use

4.8 (32)

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Anil J.

Education Management, 10,001+ employees

> "The ability to access instantaneous and actionable intelligence empowers administrators to uphold a vigilant security stance, mitigating risks promptly and ensuring the continued resilience of the protected digital assets"

November 29, 2023

Most popular Integrations

Sumo Logic

4.6

elastic.io

4.8

Webhook Relay

5.0

Sense Defence AI connects with 3+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/10002920/Sense-Defence-AI/#integrations)

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Kumari P.

Education Management, 501-1,000 employees

> "This AI driven software has helped us in minimizing bots attack and prevented our APIs."

November 17, 2023

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[## Wordfence](https://www.capterra.com/p/207389/Wordfence/)

[4.9 (29)](https://www.capterra.com/p/207389/Wordfence/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Endpoint protection platform that helps IT professionals protect WordPress websites from targeted attacks, malware, and other threats. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/207389/Wordfence/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Prevention System5.0
-   IP Filtering5.0
-   Vulnerability Scanning4.8
-   Intrusion Detection System4.8

-   Monitoring4.0
-   Alerts/Escalation5.0
-   Filtering5.0
-   Real-Time Monitoring5.0

Ease of use

4.6 (29)

#### Selected review snippet

Joël T.

Computer Software, 1-10 employees

> "The plugin also comes at extremely low fees which is advantageous for even individual businesses. While there are many site security out there that claim to do the work, however, they are just trying- while Wordfence performs."

July 3, 2023

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[## Cloudbric](https://www.capterra.com/p/153957/Cloudbric/)

[4.6 (29)](https://www.capterra.com/p/153957/Cloudbric/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Network security tool that enables blocking of web attacks through application firewall, leakage protection, SSL certificate and more. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/153957/Cloudbric/)

Starting price

$29.00

Per Feature, Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

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[## Kiteworks](https://www.capterra.com/p/119690/Kiteworks/)

[4.0 (27)](https://www.capterra.com/p/119690/Kiteworks/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Kiteworks protects privacy & ensures compliance of sensitive content sent via email, file share, file transfer, APIs, and web forms. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/119690/Kiteworks/)

Starting price

$15.00

Per Month

Free trial

Most popular features

-   Intrusion Prevention System
-   Intrusion Detection System
-   VPN
-   Policy Management
-   Content Filtering
-   Network Monitoring
-   Alerts/Notifications
-   Log Access
-   Next-Generation Firewall
-   Access Management
-   AI/Machine Learning
-   AI Copilot

Ease of use

4.3 (27)

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Athene K.

Financial Services, 1-10 employees

> "Strong security and compliance features, good collaboration tools and easy to use interface."

February 23, 2026

Most popular Integrations

Google Drive

5.0

OneDrive

4.5

Microsoft SharePoint

5.0

Microsoft Azure

4.6

Okta

4.7

Twilio

4.4

Splunk Enterprise

4.6

RSA SecurID

4.6

IBM Security MaaS360

4.2

Kiteworks connects with 17+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/119690/Kiteworks/#integrations)

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[## ZeroTrusted.ai](https://www.capterra.com/p/10023881/ZeroTrusted-ai/)

[4.8 (23)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10023881/ZeroTrusted-ai/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Cloud-based solution that helps businesses maintain anonymity, detect plagiarism, identify injection attacks, and manage compliance. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/10023881/ZeroTrusted-ai/)

Starting price

$29.99

Flat Rate, Per Month

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Network Monitoring4.7
-   Reporting/Analytics4.6
-   IP Filtering4.7

Ease of use

4.7 (23)

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Feranmi O.

Research, 51-200 employees

> "Zerotrusted.ai strikes the right balance between maintaining performance and providing top tier security which is essential for our fast-paced environment."

October 23, 2024

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[## Sophos UTM](https://www.capterra.com/p/141127/Sophos-UTM/)

[4.5 (22)](https://www.capterra.com/p/141127/Sophos-UTM/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Sophos UTM is a threat intelligence and network monitoring software that helps businesses identify and block threats. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/141127/Sophos-UTM/)

Starting price

Not available

Highest and lowest rated features

-   IP Filtering3.7
-   Network Monitoring3.7
-   Reporting/Analytics3.5

Ease of use

4.3 (22)

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[## NG Firewall](https://www.capterra.com/p/149070/NG-Firewall/)

[4.8 (20)](https://www.capterra.com/p/149070/NG-Firewall/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Cloud-based solution that includes network security, user management, content filtering, and performance optimization tools. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/149070/NG-Firewall/)

Starting price

$270.00

Other, Per Year

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   Intrusion Detection System5.0
-   Policy Management5.0
-   VPN5.0
-   Access Controls/Permissions5.0

-   Content Filtering5.0
-   Intrusion Prevention System5.0
-   IP Filtering5.0
-   Log Access5.0

Ease of use

4.7 (20)

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michael H.

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 201-500 employees

> "It is the best Gateway system out there for any over worked, understaffed IT Dept. Works out of the box in minutes...to as complex as you need it to be. "

September 22, 2020

Most popular Integrations

OpenText Core DNS Protection

4.5

NG Firewall connects with 1+ software tools[See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/149070/NG-Firewall/#integrations)

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[## KerioControl](https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl/)

[4.2 (20)](https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl/reviews/)

What is this product about?

Multi-function network firewall tool that helps businesses with anti-virus, VPN, web content filtering, bandwidth control, and more. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl/)

Starting price

$270.00

Flat Rate, Per Year

Free trial

Highest and lowest rated features

-   VPN4.6
-   Intrusion Prevention System4.5
-   Content Filtering4.0
-   Network Monitoring4.3

-   Policy Management3.3
-   Reporting/Analytics3.3
-   IP Filtering3.7
-   Intrusion Detection System4.0

#### Selected review snippet

Aliaksandr B.

Marketing and Advertising, 1-10 employees

> "Also what I most likely: Kerio Control is totally intuitive."

August 26, 2021

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Table of Contents

-   [The benefits of firewall software](#the-benefits-of-firewall-software)
-   [Typical features of firewall software](#typical-features-of-firewall-software)
-   [The cost of firewall software](#the-cost-of-firewall-software)
-   [Considerations when purchasing firewall software](#considerations-when-purchasing-firewall-software)

## The benefits of firewall software

-   **Ensures security compliance:** If your business deals with confidential user data, such as finance, law, or healthcare information, you have to adhere to data privacy regulations. Firewall software can be configured to help your business meet government and industry regulations to avoid legal penalties. 
-   **Creates a first line of defense against hackers:** Without firewall software, unauthorized third-party users may attempt to hack your company's sensitive information. Firewalls help prevent such intrusions by providing a reliable shield between your business network and the internet.
    
-   **Monitors network traffic:** Any data that flows in or out of your business network is susceptible to malicious threats that could compromise your company's data. Firewall software monitors the data flow based on pre-established rules or filters to ensure your business network stays secure. 
-   **Filters content:** Firewall software can help your business control the type of content employees have access to. The software filters out websites that host malware or contain inappropriate content for the workplace, thereby improving employee security.
    
-   **Sends malicious activity alerts:** Firewall software solutions track IPs and signatures to identify users or applications that may threaten your network’s security. When a malicious agent is detected on a computer system, the firewall software notifies you immediately.
    

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## Typical features of firewall software

-   **IP filtering:** Control or restrict network traffic based on the source and destination of IP addresses, protocols, and ports to block malicious traffic.
    
-   **Network monitoring:** Track and collect data on the current health of servers and other network components.
    
-   **Reporting/analytics:** Track key metrics such as CPU and memory utilization, number of intrusions detected, and network traffic flow to gain insights into your company's network security. 
-   **Access management:** Control and manage user authentication and access to company data or resources.
    
-   **Alerts/notifications:** Receive alerts and notifications when malicious software is identified within your company's network.
    
-   **Content filtering:** Control or restrict access to certain web content or applications to prevent malware from entering your company's network.
    
-   **Intrusion detection system:** Receive alerts when security is breached by third parties. 
-   **Intrusion prevention system:** Monitor network traffic to prevent malicious activities or intruders.
    
-   **Log access:** Collect, search, and analyze historical access, audit, and security logs.
    

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## The cost of firewall software

Most products in this market are priced as annual subscriptions. Pricing can be divided into three pricing tiers based on the starting prices: 

**Price ranges\*:**

-   $19 - $48
    
-   $48 - $99
    
-   $99+
    

_\*The pricing included is for the entry-level/lowest-priced offering found on vendor websites on April 12, 2022. These ranges correspond to the 25th, 75th, and 100th percentiles of pricing information gathered from vendor websites of sample products._

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## Considerations when purchasing firewall software

-   **Compatibility with broader security platforms:** No matter which firewall software solution you choose, it is crucial to check its compatibility with your existing enterprise security stack. You should be able to plug the firewall software into your current security platforms so it can access, analyze, and inform policies on all network activity.
    
-   **Number of users:** When purchasing firewall software, be sure to consider the number of users that will need access to the software. If you’re a small business that intends to grow substantially over the next few years, opt for a firewall tool that can not only protect your business networks from malicious users but also accommodate additional user seats as your business grows.
    
-   **Installation and troubleshooting support:** Once you have chosen a firewall platform, ensure that it is properly installed. Errors during the firewall setup process can lead to security lags that could be exploited by intruders. Select a vendor that offers guidance on the best approach to set up a firewall as well as provides customer support further down the road.
    
-   **Need for a virtual private network (VPN):** A VPN enables users to securely connect to a business network from out-of-office locations. If your company has a large number of remote workers, consider purchasing a firewall program that features a VPN to ensure your network stays secure when establishing remote connections.
    

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**Sources**

Products evaluated for the pricing calculation were taken from Capterra's [firewall software directory](https://www.capterra.com/firewall-software/), sorted by number of reviews. The pricing ranges exclude freemium versions of the products. The features highlighted were identified based on their relevance and the percentage of products in Capterra's directory that offer them.