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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated October 19th, 2026 # Reviews of GlassWire Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.5 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews AH Alexis H Registered NurseHospital & Health Care, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It is very easy to navigate and monitor date use.“ September 17, 2026 Francisco B ProfesorHigher Education, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Learning curve may not be straightforward.“ February 28, 2022 Yasiru G DevOps EngineerInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Glasswire lets you monitor your network usage and present it with colourful and insightful charts and graphs.“ March 24, 2021 HR Heather R Records Specialist Airlines/Aviation, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It’s hard to get someone to understand in customer support“ June 17, 2021 Jeffrey A Web Designer/DeveloperInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Overall, Glasswire is a fantastic, easy-to-use network monitoring software with an inbuilt firewall, that gives in-depth information on network usage.“ March 22, 2022 Ankit J Scrum MasterInformation Technology and Services, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Great tool to monitor graph, usage based on apps,traffic and publisher part.“ August 4, 2021 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 69 available reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use R Reviewer Registered Nurse Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "GlassWire Review" September 21, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with GlassWire has been positive. It is very easy to navigate and monitor date use. Pros What I like most about GlassWire is being able to have the confidence that my network is secure and protected. Cons I have nothing negative to report about GlassWire. It is a great resource for protecting and monitoring secure networks. Review Source R Reviewer NA Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Best User Friendly Network Monitor Out There" January 17, 2025 4.0 My overall experience with GlassWire has been very positive. I've been an ardent user of this software for the past 4 years. It has helped me countless times to identify malicious connections being made by an unauthorized software. It provides an added peace of mind to me and helps me to use any software on my computer without any care in the world. Pros It provides round the clock Network Monitoring that is understandable in layman's terms. I can see each and every application that's trying to connect to a server over the internet down to the last minute details about the trust score of the server. Very useful for people who like to keep an eye on their systems so that no malware or hacker compromise the integrity of the system. Cons Recently they moved over to a paid version which limits the user to view history of connections that were made in the past. Now, only last 24hrs history is available to the user. Review Source R Reviewer IT Advisor Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "The best firewall for non-experts and the remote technical team" August 18, 2022 5.0 Pros We used to buy antivirus licenses that have a firewall as one of their features. But we didn't like it very much for our remote employees. Many times it was necessary to create unsigned connections with the application server, so it became cumbersome for the technical team. With Glasswire, we can give the remote employee a short training on how to manage and configure the firewall. And it's quite convenient, since we purchase personal use licenses for employee-owned workstations. We chose it mainly for its ease of use. Its performance and functionality makes it compare with solutions that integrate everything. At least in our experience, it's better if one app doesn't take care of everything, that allows us to decentralize until it hurts. Monitoring our windows server becomes easier when some novice has typed something he shouldn't Cons I wouldn't change anything. We leave that up to the developer. The tool does its job perfectly. I would only add one option, that it be multiplatform, we also want it in linux. Review Source R Reviewer Exec VP Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Utterly annoying" August 24, 2020 1.0 Bought it. Paid for it. Expected it to work properly. Liked the advertised features. HOWEVER, absolutely HATE the constant interruptions, pop-ups, computer slow-downs, and overall experience. Will be cancelling it momentarily (or whenever I get around to doing it). Software should be neither seen, nor heard from, if it is to be effective. Wives are for interruptions!!!! Pros I appreciate what GlassWire is "trying" to do, but this is not what it actually does. It does give "additional" information about the status of my computer and its workings, as well as its internet connectivity, but it does so at a very annoying expense. Cons I HATE, yes - absolutely hate the constant interruptions, pop-ups, non-interesting information and idiotic colors that are EXTREMELY annoying. I now remember why I had GlassWire before and why I eventually cancelled it. Software should be neither seen, heard, nor annoying in order to be effective. I HATE the products, and really don't care what it does. If it's doing its job, it should do it quietly, unobtrusively, and without interrupting my work (or pleasure). We already have too many interruptions in life. Review Source R Reviewer Manager Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "A Must for Traffic Monitoring " April 21, 2025 5.0 Just being able to have a tool that can do all the firewall and traffic monitoring has been so nice to have Pros Networking monitoring and the firewall systems are so valuable my work environment Cons Nothing. The program works great. Does everything We need. I cant ask for more Review Source Kasun M. Civil Engineer Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Network Monitoring Software" September 5, 2023 5.0 When it comes to network security Glasswire does a great job but it's not capable of controlling other activities like file security etc. Pros At once, I had a problem with unidentified network usage in my PC. My friend suggested this software and it was a great one. Glassware displays each and every network activity on your PC and the applications and processes which consumes data. And also it facilitate to stop any network activity with it's firewall. Cons When it comes to network security Glasswire does a great job but it's not capable of controlling other activities like file security etc. And also the notifications from Glasswire are sometimes disturbing. Review Source Ankit J. Scrum Master Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Highly Recommended" August 5, 2021 4.0 great tool and highly recommended Pros . Great tool to monitor graph, usage based on apps,traffic and publisher part. . You get options to check what all devices are connected to your network . The alerts for network connection are instant. . Customisable theme , snooze alert, incognito mode are some additional features . You get options to control your network and a power to approve or deny network request. . You get options to remove users from the network . Price wise perfect and pocket friendly with number of users and options you get. Cons . Lots of customization which may confuse the user. . Notification can be annoying as your get alert for every activity on network. Review Source Yasiru G. DevOps Engineer Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Monitor Your Network Usage with Glasswire" April 11, 2021 4.0 Overall experience with Glasswire is really impressive. Due to Glasswire, I have managed to save a significant amount of bandwidth usage from unwanted applications and processes. Pros Glasswire lets you monitor your network usage and present it with colourful and insightful charts and graphs. You can view the usage by dates, weeks, months and also have access to the usage history. Furthermore, it lets you see which applications are using the bandwidth and the amount of consumption. Whenever new application or process starts using the bandwidth you are notified with a notification from Glasswire. Cons The only issue I see with Glasswire is not being able to see which websites are using the bandwidth and the amount. It only shows particular web browser has used the bandwidth, not by a particular website. Review Source Rune E. CEO Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Glasswire - trusted" December 4, 2019 5.0 I use it for one of the home computers that I have used for visiting all sorts of links online. I installed Glasswire to ensure that I had some control over what traffic I was involved with. Pros Glasswire delivers an overview of the traffic that is on the network I am using. This enables me to see first hand if something is up. Cons It could be cheaper for a PRO version as the features in the free is allright, one would like to have more as it is a very good program, but the price is a bit high. Review Source R Reviewer Student Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Awesome piece of Software" August 5, 2019 5.0 SUPER AWESOME BRO Pros I love this software. I am very found of good software, useful software, which now a days are very scarce. I can not thank developers enough for making a software which shows what application uses the internet and uploads/downloads to what address. This kind of detailed information hub reviles the vulnerability which I didn't know was there before. It also enabled me with the power to block the traffic. Simply "It Is AWESOME" Cons I don't know of any cons yet, I have used just the trial. But it will be very bad if they record our browsing history and logins. Which they say they don't but real truth will come forward in time. Review Source R Reviewer Web Developer Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Best Network Monitor " September 8, 2020 5.0 The Overall Experience is awesome and glasswire is the application that i kept in my auto start-up when my computer starts. I am using this application on all of my 3 devices which are computer, laptop & on my android smartphone. Even I have suggested this application to my many friends and they are using the same. Pros 1\. Security : It protects your computer from all malicious attacks & it gives you the ability to approve or deny a network connection running on your computer. 2. Convenience : we can check the network without even opening the whole application. It notifies all the changes made to the network. 3. GUI : The Graphical User Interface Is Awesome. The Graphical Speed Chart of Internet Speed gives all Current and past network speed. 4. Built-In Firewall : Already Said the Glasswire firewall Helps us to protect from malicious attacks and gives the ability to approve or deny network connections. Cons There are no cons in the application according to me. My Only Suggestion to glasswire team is that the premium prices of basic & pro should be decreased 5-10$. Review Source Jim F. Professor Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Simply Outstanding " August 25, 2020 5.0 Having my PhD in cybersecurity, this product is simply outstanding and long overdue. I often recommend to my clients for a simple to use, laymans view of the "game behind the game". Well done by the folks at GlassWire - FINALLY an easy tu use, understadn and control interface for the average ( or experienced ) user. Pros Simple- one effective pane of glass to see what is really happening Love the Virus total integration Just a job WELL DONE Glasswire-- keep it up ! Cons I wish, there was more ability to get the PCAP of the offending event when possible for deepr investigation. Ability to collaspe alerts by Date -- so I only see the day I want. Ability to drill down or more interactive graph to investigate anomolous events and traffic Review Source R Reviewer retired programmer/program manager Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Excellent Network Management Tool" January 17, 2017 5.0 With a background in telecommunications software development and technical customer support, I needed help in monitoring and managing my multilayered home network. Glasswire provides not only connection info, but firewall assistance, data usage and alerts related to resources on my PC(s). I'm able to monitor and control Glasswire functions not only on my own device, but on all Windows devices in any given subnet. If I change subnet, I can work with a different device set. While the interface is graphic and easy to see, I can plunge down step by step to detailed connection info for each device and running application. Support via the Glasswire Forum is very fast and very helpful. Upgrades and new development are constant and are provided as part of the one time cost. There are no comparable tools at this usability level -- price/performance is outstanding. Highly recommended. Pros Functionality and support Cons I would like support for Android and individual router monitoring/management. Android is anticipated, router is a completely different level of product. Better documentation is needed. Review Source R Reviewer Junior developer Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "Glasswire" September 20, 2023 4.0 Pros GlassWire provides a comprehensive network traffic overview, allowing me to effortlessly monitor any unusual activities on my network in real-time. It's like having a direct window into my network's health and security, giving me the ability to spot any potential issues right away. Cons The software is really good but the professional edition comes at quite a premium price point Review Source R Reviewer Photographer/Director Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "I am a big fan of this software! It is easy to use and gives fine control of connection and firewall" April 18, 2018 5.0 It gives a greater understanding of what is going on in my digital life! What's not to like about that! Pros This software makes it easy to understand what is happening regarding software connecting, file transfers and bandwidth usage. It's visually stunning and appealing to use. I would not be without it. I usually run with ask to connect, which is great when limited to using a mobile connection. Cons There's not really anything bad to say about it. If you find something amiss customer service get back very fast to resolve issues. In my case they went the extra mile to resolve an issue that was really outside the scope. But they got it done. Review Source R Reviewer Retired Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Do not go online without it" October 21, 2020 5.0 Rural and data usage spiked glasswire helped me isolate why Pros Ease of use when a problem can up. Good to be able to expand to see what exactlyis going on Cons Nothing I can think of ai this time. It all works for me. Review Source R Reviewer Professeur Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Glasswire is your eye in your computer" August 25, 2020 4.0 Good but I can't it's expensive so my experience was limited Pros the graph show us a good informtion for windows or mobile both are great Cons to have to pay for features I would like to have all the features at least in one computer for free foreverer Review Source VR Verified Reviewer idoit Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "glasswire" October 21, 2020 5.0 Pros easy to set and run; gives heads-up about programs accessing web. Cons not always easy to interpret deeper levels of information available - need to know what to look for. Review Source R Reviewer owner Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "GlasWire inexpensive Network secuirty monitor" October 21, 2020 5.0 Pros ease of use. easy to understand alerts. low overhead on computer resources. Cons can't think of anything i don't like except upgrade nag notifications Review Source R Reviewer \- Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "Great product" October 31, 2019 5.0 Pros 1\. Ease of use 2. Notifications 3. Less interruption 4. Design Cons Just a suggestion Can add a temporary mode : which will give an application network connectivity only when its being used and automatically shuts off all network connectivity when the application is closed by user. in other words User can select weather the application has internet access while it's in tray or closed. Eg. I don't want Chrome to be connected to internet after I exit the application. Review Source R Reviewer Owner Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "well i ave had nothing but a great Experience w..." August 25, 2020 4.0 well we have a great Problem solver now with Glasswire Pros Well i like the ease of Installation on our Servers Cons it was slow at first until it adjusted to our Software Review Source R Reviewer Young Adult & Communications Pastor Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "A great tool with an actually usable UI" December 22, 2017 5.0 Pros This is an app that does what it says it will do, for free. And the UI doesn't look like it belongs on Windows 95 like many other free apps in this space do. Great tool for quick analytics into your network. Cons On Windows, there is a process that is running in the background even after you close the app. I'm sure there's a good reason, but I always close it. Review Source R Reviewer CEO Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "See easily your network activity " October 7, 2019 4.0 Overall i was very happy with these software and i will recommend it to everyone. Pros Glasswire is very user-friendly and very powerful. At the same time it can be used by anyone due to the super simple and neat user interface. Cons It lacks some pro-user features which you would expect from a firewall and network managing software but i think they will add these features in the future. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Photographer Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "GlassWire for Internet User" June 21, 2020 5.0 Overall it is very useful user friendly software.I still use this software and this is a one of my favorite software in my software collection.Every time I formatted my computer this is a one software which I use to install first.It safe guarding my computer and give me the full detail of my internet usage.It help me to save my internet data bundle which offer my internet package. Pros GlassWire is a very useful firewall software which I found by accidentally.It was very good useful software more than I thought.It is very simple to use because it simply shows the internet using applications on my computer and I can block those from accessing my internet by just one click.It has very simple user interface so without any knowledge any one can easily operate this software. If any new application start to accessing the internet it immediately shows up a massage and I can quickly blacklist or block that application.So from that I can easily find out any malware or virus applications which can not find out by my virus guard.And also it shows me my data usage of application to application.From that I could able to disable unwanted applications which use internet and save data of my internet connection.By disabling those unwanted data using applications by GlassWire I was able to speed up my internet connection than previous.GlassWire is not a heavy application which not use lot of ram and processing power.So that Its not slow down my day to day works and serve me very well.I recommend this software to any one who has unwanted data using problems of applications. Cons This is very good software with well designed user interface.It was done every job which I was tell to do.But it did not able to stop down the windows auto update.That is the main issue I faced on using this software.When I use it first time it was not a payable software.Now it need to buy the software after the trial period.Lot of antivirus software supply the same usage of this application so I think buying those kind of antivirus software is much economical than buy this software.Those are the main drawbacks I saw in this software rather than it is very good software which must be in your software collection. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Cachiere Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "The best network security software out there" June 27, 2022 5.0 Overall, GlassWire is great. Pros I really like how easy GlassWire is to use. Even my grandmother could use it if she wanted to. Additionally, the nice looking graphs help with monitoring what goes into and out of your computer Cons I didn't like how limited the software is. With ease of use usually comes lack of functionality and sadly GlassWire wasn't able to break this cycle. Review Source Similar Products Featured