Webster H.

Technology Supervisor

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

1/25/2023

"Its easy to use"

4.5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

You can manage online; you don't need on-premise server, and you can access it from everywhere; it is intuitive and professional. We have used several years of Watchguard Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

Maybe can have more features, like agents. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

WatchGuard Network Security Reviews & Product Details

For over 20 years, WatchGuard has pioneered cutting-edge cyber security technology and delivered it as easy-to-deploy and easy-to-manage solutions. Our unique approach to network security focuses on bringing best-in-class, enterprise-grade security to any organization, regardless of size or technical expertise. Ideal for SMBs and distributed enterprise organizations, our award-winning Unified Threat Management (UTM) appliances are designed from the ground up to focus on ease of deployment, use, and ongoing management, in addition to providing the strongest security possible.

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WatchGuard

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WatchGuard Network Security Community

Languages Supported

German, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish

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Value at a Glance

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Time to Implement

2 months

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WatchGuard Network Security Integrations

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WatchGuard Network Security Demo - WatchGuard Cloud

Get a high-level, aggregated “big picture” view of network activity that pinpoints top threats and trends, active policies and traffic patterns, and correlated views of top users and applications.

WatchGuard Network Security Demo - FireWatch

See network activity presented as elegant visualizations making it easy to identify potential threats, monitor Internet usage and gain critical insights about related traffic trends. See, at a glance, who is consuming the most bandwidth, if there are unusual traffic patterns, and what the most-v...

WatchGuard Network Security Demo - RapidDeploy

RapidDeploy is a powerful, Cloud-based deployment and configuration tool that comes standard with WatchGuard Firebox appliances. It’s fully built into WatchGuard Cloud, enabling you to get your Fireboxes up and running in minutes. Simply upload a configuration, then all new Fireboxes will call ho...

WatchGuard Network Security Demo - Subscriber Device Summary

The days of sizing, upgrading, and maintaining infrastructure are gone. With WatchGuard Cloud, there’s no infrastructure to deploy or maintain. Lower your total cost of ownership (TCO) with flexible data retention options and with set-up that only takes a few minutes.

WatchGuard Network Security Demo - Simplified Management

No need to jump from tool to tool to manage your security or inventory. With WatchGuard Cloud, you can deploy Firebox appliances in minutes, allocate AuthPoint licenses, and monitor your network all from one, centralized location.

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Bartłomiej P.

System Engineer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/27/2026

"Simple Administration, Stable Updates, and the Best Support"

4.5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Simple administration and integration - the best for administrators without time.

Stability firmware and updates, less vulnerabilities.

The best support Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

To less ports in devices, sometimes only 8 Rj45 ports and only 2 sfp but you must buy modules. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jose Ramon M.

Cogerente, Responsable S.A.T.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/21/2026

"Profound Expertise on the Latest Threats"

4.5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

His profound knowledge of the latest threats Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

The setup is a bit complicated, compared to its direct competitors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Juan A.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

9/28/2021

"Overall, the WatchGuard Firebox is a reliable choice for organizations looking for a scalable,"

5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

WatchGuard Network Security is known for its ease of use, ease of deployment, customer support, frequency of use, number of features, and ease of integration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

There are some aspects that some users might find less favorable: Cost of advanced features, limited customization in reports, responsiveness of customer support. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering WatchGuard Network Security:

for my experience recommended Firewalls WAtchguard Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is WatchGuard Network Security solving and how is that benefiting you?

WatchGuard Network Security, like any security solution, can present some problems, but it also offers numerous benefits. Common issues include configuration complexity, potential conflicts with other security tools or applications, and the need for constant updates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Angela C.

Customer Success Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/11/2025

"WatchGuard Firewalls, keeping your network safe"

5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Its unified security platform provides comprehensive, scalable protection, centralizing security management for users, devices, and data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

Increased cost for advanced security features Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

hicham a.

software developer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/21/2025

"Scalable Network Security with Room for Improvement"

3.5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

WatchGuard Network Security is known for ease of use, ease of implementation, customer support, frequency of use, number of features, ease of integration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

There are a few aspects that some users might find less favorable:Cost for Advanced Features, Limited Customization in Reporting, Customer Support Responsiveness. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer & Network Security

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

1/31/2025

"Advanced network solutions provided by watchdog."

4/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Generally we used to have Intrusion detection systems but there are some issues while identifying the critical assets which is having issues or communications with C2 IPs. But watchdog will help in maintaining latest threat intelligence and AI. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

There are no much downsides but it has to provide more insights on the product indetailed what advantages it can provide for an organization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shakila A.

Aviation Security Inspector

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

1/30/2025

"Review about WatchGuard Network Security"

5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Its user interface is user friendly.

It guards from cyber threats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

The thing is It can be a little expensive for limited budget users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Denis D.

Network Administrator

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

5/29/2024

"I have been using Watchguard Product since 1998"

5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Best security system, Best firewall in the market, Great support Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

Nothing, it is user friendly, easy to configure and to understand Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Wander A.

infrastructure and telecommunications manager

Pharmaceuticals

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

7/20/2021

"Is a excellent Network Security brand."

4.5/5

What do you like best about WatchGuard Network Security?

Is Ease to Use:

it is an easy to understand and easy to use product. It is not difficult to adapt to use watchguard Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about WatchGuard Network Security?

For the moment I dont have anything to dislike Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering WatchGuard Network Security:

At the moment when it is found that it is necessary to add something new for example to a firmware of a firewall that does not take so long to give the solution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is WatchGuard Network Security solving and how is that benefiting you?

With WatchGuard Network Security I have had better control of my perimeter security. I have been able to have better control over web browsing security in my company. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.