# KerioControl Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about KerioControl Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Network Security products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl --- # KerioControl Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on August 24, 2025 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[FAQs](#faqs)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) KerioControl ## What is KerioControl? KerioControl is network security solution designed to help businesses control inbound and outbound network traffic with configurable rules for URLs, applications, traffic types, and more. KerioControl also provides intrusion prevention by monitoring network activity for threats, as well as scanning files and traffic for viruses, malware and spyware. For connecting remote offices, KerioControl enables businesses to establish secure VPN connections. ## What is KerioControl used for? [Network Security](https://www.capterra.com/network-security-software/)[Firewall](https://www.capterra.com/firewall-software/) Overall rating Based on 20 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive 80% Neutral 20% Negative 0% Starting price $270 Flat Rate, Per Year Free trial available Includes Free Version Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... 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[### WatchGuard Firebox](https://www.capterra.com/p/154706/Unified-Threat-Management/) [4.8 (446)](https://www.capterra.com/p/154706/Unified-Threat-Management/reviews/) Starting Price $270 Flat Rate, Per Year Starting Price Contact vendor Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 4.6 (20) Ease Of Use 4.4 (446) Value For Money 4.1 (16) Value For Money 4.5 (415) Customer Service 4.0 (16) Customer Service 4.6 (410) ## KerioControl alternatives [ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/) [4.5 (244)](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/reviews/) Starting price $395.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 95% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/172277/ManageEngine-Firewall-Analyzer/) [XG Firewall](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/) [4.5 (35)](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 94% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/187688/Sophos-XG-Firewall/) [ESET Endpoint Security](https://www.capterra.com/p/151915/ESET-Endpoint-Security/) [4.7 (1,169)](https://www.capterra.com/p/151915/ESET-Endpoint-Security/reviews/) Starting price $396.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 94% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/151915/ESET-Endpoint-Security/) [CrowdStrike](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/) [4.7 (55)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/reviews/) Starting price $8.99 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 95% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/147662/CrowdStrike-Falcon/) [View all alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl/alternatives/) ## FAQs about KerioControl Overview ### Which roles and teams benefit most from KerioControl? KerioControl is most used by IT administrators, system and network managers, and technical support teams that need centralized firewall management, traffic monitoring, VPN access, and web filtering. It also benefits business leaders, consultants, and public-sector managers who want stronger network security, reliable remote access, and better control over organizational internet usage. Answer based on 20 reviews Overview ### What company size and industries is KerioControl built for? KerioControl is built primarily for small businesses, which make up 80% of reviewers, and it is most common in Computer Software at 16%. It is designed for healthcare providers, schools, and retail companies, with additional use in Government Administration and Food & Beverages at 11% each, mainly for network security. Answer based on 20 reviews Features and Usability ### What are the key features of KerioControl? KerioControl offers next-generation firewall capabilities, filtering, and firewalls for network traffic control. It also includes access controls and permissions, content filtering, IP filtering, intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems, VPN, network monitoring, policy management, and reporting and analytics for visibility into network activity. Getting Started and Support ### What training and onboarding options does KerioControl offer? KerioControl provides in-person training and documentation to help teams get started. In-person training offers direct instruction from a trainer, while documentation gives users written material for self-paced reference and setup guidance. Getting Started and Support ### What customer support options does KerioControl offer? KerioControl provides chat support. Users describe support as mixed: some agents are helpful and will join remote sessions to troubleshoot, while others may pass cases between agents or give inconsistent guidance. Help with how-to questions can also be hit or miss, and support is seen as needing improvement. Answer based on 2 reviews ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. VPN 4.3 (10) 100.00% of 10 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Extend virtual private network over public networks to enable protected information exchange Intrusion Detection System 4.1 (7) 71.43% of 7 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Identify and alert about security breaches by third parties Reporting/Analytics 3.6 (5) 80.00% of 5 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Access Controls/Permissions 4.0 (4) 125.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Content Filtering 4.0 (4) 50.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Control or restrict access to web content or applications Intrusion Prevention System 4.5 (4) 100.00% of 4 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important System that monitors network traffic to prevent malicious activity. KerioControl 12 features Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Control or restrict access to web content or applications Find & retrieve relevant data or documents Monitor and control network/web traffic based on predetermined rules, protecting against unauthorized access and threats Identify and alert about security breaches by third parties System that monitors network traffic to prevent malicious activity. Control or restrict network traffic based on the source and destination of IP addresses, protocols and ports. Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user Tracks and makes accessible data on the health of servers and other network components. Create, manage, and track policies and procedures within an organization View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Extend virtual private network over public networks to enable protected information exchange Features 4.1 (20) 4.1 Based on 20 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.1 (16) Free Trial Basic $270.00 Flat Rate,Per Year Value for money 4.1 (16) 4.1 Based on 16 reviews ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.0 (16) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.0 (16) 4.0 Based on 16 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.2 Based on 20 reviews Filter by rating 5(8) 4(8) 3(4) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent SG Stefano G. Business Development Food & Beverages ### "Non soddisfatto" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 5/10 June 6, 2024 Pros Il sistema di controllo all'accesso è sicuramente efficace. I costi non sono esorbitanti. Cons Non lo riprenderei perchè rende la gestione della rete, delle autorizzazioni, della VPN molto complicata e farraginosa. Preferisco altre soluzioni e le adotterò appena possibile. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. FD Felice D. Management Consultant Food & Beverages ### "Sistema Complesso da utilizzare" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 3.0 3.0 Likelihood to Recommend 4/10 May 5, 2024 Pros Mi piace sicuramente il buon controllo delle autorizzazioni e l'efficacia in termini di privacy Cons Trovo Kerio un sistema davvero complicato e arcaico e che rallenta di molto le operazioni. Anche solo per collegarsi in Vpn occorre sempre un Token che si rigenera ogni attimo e questo rende le operazioni molto più difficili. Da migliorare anche l'assistenza clienti. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. CG Carla G. Asistente de cuentas Marketing and Advertising ### "PROGRAMA ÚTIL Y EFICAZ" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 22, 2024 Pros Es fácil de usar, sirve para el próposito por el cual lo necesitamos, cumple y es muy útil ya que literalmente no podría hacer mi trabajo sin este programa, permite que nos mantengamos todos conectados con nuestros trabajos y que lo podamos hacer como equipo. Cons La instalación fue hecha por un tercero ya que no pude finalizarla por no entender algunas cosas Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. DP diego p. ict manager Consumer Goods ### "great product but out of date" 3.0 Overall Rating 3.0 3.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 4/10 March 25, 2024 i was happy with kerio on the first 10 year, then Pros Kerio is very simple to use, i like its interface, ease to use, to comprend rules, tu se who is using a line or internet. VPN was easy to use Cons It is an old product, i changed it one year ago because the product was not updated, is missing on very high features important for security Reasons for choosing KerioControl we chose kerio because our provider was using kerio, just for this reason Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. VL valerian l. Support Accounting ### "Secure your network with KerioControl." 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 8/10 December 20, 2023 As i mentioned KerioControl handles job greatly. We feel secure with this product. Pros KerioControl is an universal software that offers many capabilities. It's very useful and makes my company's network secure. As nowadays cyber attack gets more and more aggressive, we decided to implement KerioControl. It does job well. And what is important the price is affordable as well. Cons I haven't noticed negative side yet. All works good at this time. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. PS Peter S. GGF Financial Services ### "Kerio VPN" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 5.0 5.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 November 16, 2023 Alles super mit dieser Software. Keinerlei Probleme damit Pros Die einfache Handhabung und Installation haben mir gefallen. Cons MIr sind bisher noch keine Nachteile aufgefallen. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. FM Francesca M. IT Technician Computer & Network Security ### "Kerio Control, un firewall, una sicurezza!" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 5.0 5.0 Customer Service 2.0 2.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 July 20, 2023 Kerio ha velocizzato i processi informatici della mia azienda, dando sicurezza eccellente ed una risposta veloce al cliente finale quando si trattava di creare/implementare filtri o regole aziendali. Pros Prodotto molto affidabile e molto semplice da utilizzare lato amministratore. A differenza di tanti altri firwall è anche molto veloce nella creazione delle regole; degli utenti e di tutto ciò che può essere personalizzato per la sicurezza aziendale. Molto semplice ed intiutiva anche per l'utente finale è la parte VPN. Cons Penso che dovrebbero renedere l'hardware un po' più performante. I Box si surriscaldando molto (in paritolcare l'NG110) e capita qualche volta che si rompano addirittura. Alternatives considered [Sophos Central Device Encryption](https://www.capterra.com/p/241751/Sophos-Central-Device-Encryption/) [Nexi](https://www.capterra.com/p/185302/Nexi/) Reasons for choosing KerioControl Facilità di gestione e per l'affidabilità del prodotto. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. HT Hugues T. System Administrator Information Technology and Services ### "A great network solution." 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 6/10 July 4, 2023 Pros The product is easy to use. In less than two hours you'll be master it. Love the design of some of the routers, and that it's fanless. Cons Some updates don't go very well. When updating, keep an eye on it and downgrade it if needed. Maybe wait 1-3 week before upgrade. In the other hand, the documentation is not very clear but it's ok. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. TZ Tomas Z. Service Engineer Hospital & Health Care ### "Company Network" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 4.0 4.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 9/10 April 11, 2023 Good price, easy and practical for use Pros KerioControl is easy to use and configurate. It offers good active protection and good setup for bandwidth. Good update time. Cons GUI is quite old. Maybe some improvement in looking and also offering more dashboards . Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. SZ Sona Z. Head of Customs Services Import and Export ### "Stable VPN client for my daily work" 5.0 Overall Rating 5.0 5.0 Ease of Use 5.0 5.0 Features 4.0 4.0 Customer Service 0.0 0.0 Likelihood to Recommend 10/10 April 10, 2023 Pros KerioControl is really fast to use and I don't have any issues at all. Stable even with bad network. Very rarely gets disconnected from the server. Cons Probably nothing. Over the last 5 years I haven't had any issues. Review source Non-incentivized review: any software user can leave a review for any product listed on our site. All submitted reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. [View all Reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/32378/KerioControl/reviews/) ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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