Check Point Antivirus has a great design for network, security gateway deployment, threat detection, and prevention.
Engineer at Digitaltrack
Has good threat cloud integration, sandboxing, and behavioral analysis features
Pros and Cons
- "Performance and resource consumption should be reduced."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
Check Point Antivirus is a valuable tool for organizations because it helps them secure the network and data.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable features of Check Point are threat cloud integration, sandboxing, and behavioral analysis.
What needs improvement?
Performance and resource consumption should be reduced.
Additional features should be EDR, Advanced sandboxing technology, deeper cloud integration, etc.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using it for the past four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability is good.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Scalability is good.
How are customer service and support?
The support is good.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is excellent.
What about the implementation team?
We did the implementation in-house.
What was our ROI?
We have seen good ROI.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We also evaluated CrowdStike Falcon and Sophos Intercept X.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Senior Manager ICT & Innovations at Bangalore International Airport Limited
Comes with AI features and secures enterprise networks
Pros and Cons
- "The tool comes with an in-built AI feature, which makes file management easier. It also secures the network from viruses, malware, and phishing attacks."
- "Check Point Antivirus' performance could be faster. It needs to include app-based support to upload screenshots of issues. It needs to add timely and regular updates. The dashboards and reporting features need to offer more efficiency."
What is our primary use case?
We use Check Point Antivirus to secure our enterprise network. It protects our data servers from malware attacks.
What is most valuable?
The tool comes with an in-built AI feature, which makes file management easier. It also secures the network from viruses, malware, and phishing attacks.
What needs improvement?
Check Point Antivirus' performance could be faster. It needs to include app-based support to upload screenshots of issues. It needs to add timely and regular updates. The dashboards and reporting features need to offer more efficiency.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using the product for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The product is stable. I rate it a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Check Point Antivirus is scalable. You can add the 'n' number of servers at any time. My company has 1000 users.
How are customer service and support?
The tool's tech support is good.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
How was the initial setup?
The tool's deployment is easy and takes two to three hours to complete. A single person can do deployment. The tool has a SmartConsole feature, which helps to deploy it efficiently without much processing. It is easy to maintain, and one person can handle the maintenance.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Check Point Antivirus is the most economical solution.
What other advice do I have?
The product is an AI-based solution with the latest capabilities. It offers the most secure protection. I rate it an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
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Network Administrator at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Moderately priced, easy to configure, and good support
Pros and Cons
- "Check Point Antivirus is easy to configure."
- "Check Point Antivirus could be improved by having the gateway automatically run a packet capture on the traffic so that it can be easily uploaded to TAC in the event that there is a false positive or if the traffic is required for further investigation."
What is our primary use case?
Check Point Antivirus Blade is enabled on all of our HA clusters throughout the world. The primary use case for this product is to protect our end-users while working physically in the office or remotely. It monitors all traffic in and out of the organization to detect known threats such as malware. Functionality is limited without HTTPS inspection as the blade will just look at SRC/DST traffic rather than be able to do packet inspections on actual traffic. It is great that it is included in the base FW license.
How has it helped my organization?
Check Point Antivirus has improved our organization by being able to identify known threats and actively drop connections to ensure our users remain secure. It leverages the Bogus DNS endpoint from Check Point to redirect traffic destined for known threats and doesn't require a lot of admin overhead to configure or tune based on the organization's needs. An added bonus is Check Points "Threat Cloud" which all of its gateways talk to so that attacks that are detected in one customer's environment are updated and would be blocked automatically within another environment.
What is most valuable?
Check Point Antivirus is easy to configure. We enable the blade in the SMS for the gateway and that's pretty much it. You can get into the nitty gritty and fine-tune some of the settings to fit your organization better than the default settings, however, personally, I have yet to do this and it is working as expected in my organization. It is also great that this is not an add-on license and is included with the low-tier licensing which helps to reduce the overall cost to the organization while increasing the value of the product.
What needs improvement?
Check Point Antivirus could be improved by having the gateway automatically run a packet capture on the traffic so that it can be easily uploaded to TAC in the event that there is a false positive or if the traffic is required for further investigation. I have had a few times where something was detected as being a false positive and TAC requested so much information that in all honesty, was not worth my time to collect as the URL being blocked was a simple webpage that, based on my analysis, the IP was previously being used for malicious intent and was now a legitimate business however was still being blocked by the blade.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for five years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We have not had any performance issues.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is easy to scale and enable on SGs as long as they are managed by the same SMS.
How are customer service and support?
Support has improved over the years.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
No previous solution was utilized. This solution has been in place on the SGs since they were installed.
How was the initial setup?
The setup is straightforward. It is enabled from the SMS and it works.
What about the implementation team?
We managed the setup of the solution in-house.
What was our ROI?
The ROI is revealed by the fact that it protects end-users.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Check Point in general is moderately priced compared to competitors.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We evaluated Palo Alto and Fortigate.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Information Technology Specialist at Tech Mahindra
Easy to install and integrate with good compatability
Pros and Cons
- "Check Point Antivirus goes in-depth and looks for threats and malware - including phishing attempts."
- "We'd like to see some customized security roll-ups and scans for threat detection."
What is our primary use case?
Check Point Antivirus is a highly compatible and productive security management software application for my system and console that runs in the background without hampering my projects.
Check Point Antivirus scrutinizes everything in-depth and looks for threats and malware, including phishing applications.
Check Point Antivirus is easy to install, set up, and integrate, with a very user-friendly dashboard and helpful support.
Check Point Antivirus administers the user experience and provides extensive support and services as needed.
How has it helped my organization?
Check Point Antivirus is easy, trusted, safe, and highly affordable security management software for professionals.
Check Point Antivirus looks in-depth for threats and malware - including phishing attempts.
Check Point Antivirus is a highly compatible and productive security management software application for my system. The console that runs in the background does not interfere with my projects.
Check Point Antivirus is a protective shield as a third-party integration and provides data security support against viruses and malware.
What is most valuable?
Check Point Antivirus has highly productive and extensive support and features. It runs system checkups and looks for threats and malware - including phishing attempts.
Check Point Antivirus is productive as a security management software application for my system. The console is great.
Check Point Antivirus provides full-scale security for my information and data and I can perform my activities feeling completely protected.
What needs improvement?
We'd like to see some customized security roll-ups and scans for threat detection.
Check Point Antivirus provides limited iOS protection and is unusable with free VPN services, which are required for professionals.
Check Point Antivirus' major area of improvement needs to be in the
internet connection. Updates need to be made in the system and
we need immediate access to the updated to be protected against the latest antivirus against malware and viruses.
It does not have compatibility with the Windows XP Firewall, which needs to be fixed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been in an integration with Check Point Antivirus for the last year.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I did not previously use a different solution. I switched to Checkpoint antivirus due to system and data security concerns.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Check Point Antivirus is a highly compatible, productive, easy to set up, and affordable platform. It is also highly trusted in terms of integration capabilities.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did not evaluate other options. We just checked reviews on specific platforms before integrating.
What other advice do I have?
I would highly recommend Checkpoint Antivirus. Just go for it if you are a professional.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Soporte técnico superior at Acobo
Centrally managed with good visualizations and very good security
Pros and Cons
- "It offers a centralized administration which allows us to be much more productive."
- "We need the ability to integrate this solution with the other existing solutions, such as Harmony."
What is our primary use case?
Over the years, with experience using Check Point applications, we have needed to protect ourselves against new attacks and attacks that could involve a significant loss of information. These requirements we took into consideration when preparing for the next need, and we were looking for a solution that we could integrate into our perimeter zone, enabling antivirus and protection functions for our teams and our users. As a result of all our complex needs, we implemented this under the solutions that we already use from Check Point.
How has it helped my organization?
The solution gives us protection and a visualization of security analysis in real-time. Many of its functions and characteristics are of significant value to our institution. It's a strategic ally at the level of perimeter security within our organization and thus protects each one of our assets.
It offers a centralized administration that allows us to be much more productive and has, within reach, a greater general visualization of everything that happens in our environment.
What is most valuable?
One of the characteristics that has given us the most value when implementing the antivirus solution is being able to have a conglomerate of solutions and to be able to manage and give to the administrators something that can observe what is happening within the network. The dashboards allow us to export this information so it can be delivered to senior managers, who are often the ones in charge of making decisions at the infrastructure level in terms of security and management of our organization.
What needs improvement?
One of the features that we could use in the future, or would be something additional that we as users and network administrators would want to see, is the ability to integrate this solution with the other existing solutions, such as Harmony. We'd like to be able to manage all this from the same centralized management area that we use today for the perimeter lantern. It would thus provide a 360° integration of the features that we check regularly.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for three years.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
Private Cloud
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Other
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Software Engineer at Mercado Libre
Good pricing, easy to deploy, and useful antivirus capabilities
Pros and Cons
- "The virus detection models orchestrate real-time monitoring of data with reliable reporting information."
- "The next release can focus more on timely upgrades to enhance computing compatibility."
What is our primary use case?
Check Point Antivirus helps us to detect malware attacks and any phishing attacks that can destroy data and affect programs.
When installed in any computing device, it provides tracking information that enables members to connect virtually with colleagues in remote areas. It is less costly since it enables members to access company websites from anywhere.
The endpoint protection services ensure there is data security across the defined network infrastructure. It protects our devices against virus attacks.
How has it helped my organization?
The antivirus has enhanced the secure implementation of most projects and tasks among teams in the enterprise.
The pricing is good, and it is easy to deploy this software.
When linking with my colleagues from remote areas, it ensures the communication network is free from cyber attacks.
The virus detection models orchestrate real-time monitoring of data with reliable reporting information.
It has reduced the cost of attending events physically and catering accommodations for employees.
The threat response system has saved teams from engaging with unsafe content and visiting unprotected online sites.
What is most valuable?
It provides automatic scans to most websites to ascertain security situations and alerts the user when there are potential threats that can affect data.
The webcam protection system prevents unauthorized members from joining virtual meetings organized by employees.
The phishing protection system prevents teams from spamming across email conversation channels.
It is easy to install and learn how this platform works.
It has various location connection that enables the user to select preferred sites that are safe.
What needs improvement?
I am satisfied with the set features due to their competitive performance since we deployed them.
Integration with some applications was challenging during the deployment process.
The next release can focus more on timely upgrades to enhance computing compatibility.
The cost is worth its functionalities and contribution towards the protection of our systems.
The software services and functions have met the company's requirements and policies.
There are many notifications that keep streaming in when using the antivirus, and that can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for two years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable in virus prevention.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
I am impressed by the reliable services of this platform.
How are customer service and support?
There have been improved customer support services since we deployed them.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not used any similar antivirus products.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
The implementation took place through the vendor.
What was our ROI?
There is increased ROI from a stable performance.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Check Point Antivirus is the best platform for preventing virus penetration.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I looked into other options. The cost and performance capability of this version were the best.
What other advice do I have?
This is a great product that I recommend to other organizations.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Google
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Application Developer at Capegemini Consulting India Private Limited
Highly productive, compatible, and easy-to-use
Pros and Cons
- "Check Point Antivirus automatically fixes pop-up ads and can effortlessly detect all kinds of threats while working in the background."
- "Overall I didn't personally face any issues while implementing Check Point Antivirus."
What is our primary use case?
After implementing Check Point Antivirus, we've had a few compatibility issues with my devices.
Check Point Antivirus proved to be highly productive for my work and has helped with data security via its features. It offers VPN capabilities and provides multiple device protection. It is very easy to monitor results across all covered devices.
Check Point Antivirus is highly compatible with other solutions and is scalable while offering extremely low pricing.
How has it helped my organization?
Check Point Antivirus proved to be highly productive and scalable for my work. The data security features, including malware detection and escalation, operated quickly. There are multiple devices protected by the software. It is now very easy to carry out and monitor results from the same task across all devices.
Check Point Antivirus automatically fixes pop-up ads and effortlessly detects all kinds of malware and threats while syncing systems in the background.
What is most valuable?
Check Point Antivirus automatically fixes pop-up ads and can effortlessly detect all kinds of threats while working in the background.
Along with Check Point Antivirus, the support provides multiple updates and upgrades in quick succession. It's quick to restore the management of the database and has scheduled security system and network upgrades for risk-free work management.
Overall, Check Point Antivirus is highly productive, scalable, compatible, and easy-to-use software for data security and system management. I highly recommend this platform.
What needs improvement?
There are no areas that Check Point Antivirus needs to work on.
Overall I didn't personally face any issues while implementing Check Point Antivirus. In comparison to alternatives present in the market Check Point Antivirus has high efficiency and a better ability to protect our devices both online and offline.
Personally, I highly recommend this platform to professionals for data security and management.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used Check Point Antivirus integration for approximately one year or so.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I haven't used any other such platform for data security and system management.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
Overall, Check Point Antivirus is highly productive, scalable, compatible, and very easy to use. It's good software for data security and systems management and I highly recommend it.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I did look into other options. For a simple comparison, I visited certain websites for product reviews. In the end, I found Check Point Antivirus to be the best option.
What other advice do I have?
Go for it. First, implement it and see the change in your levels of security.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Human Resources Manager at Beat
Good virus detection with helpful performance metrics and a simple deployment
Pros and Cons
- "The application runs very fast and does not affect the performance speed of the device where it is installed."
- "When there are many devices, it is more costly since each device requires unique login credentials."
What is our primary use case?
The antivirus helps the organization in securing desktops and mobile devices from external data threats. It detects the entry of viruses to devices that can destroy data and quickly takes necessary action.
Once the software is installed, there is no additional cost that is required to run it. It troubleshoots any errors that may slow down workflows across applications. Check Point Antivirus integrates with multiple operating systems, including Windows and Linux.
Since I installed it on my desktop, the browsing speed has improved, and I can visit several sites without fear.
How has it helped my organization?
The software has improved the digital experience of employees who have deployed it.
I can comfortably open links attached to my emails and share documents with my colleagues without fear of cyber attacks.
Departments that used to lose data to virus attacks can work from any site and focus more on productive business engagements.
The antivirus provides advanced security data analytics that helps the user to work from safe sites that can affect tasks in progress.
The software screens applications to ensure they perform effectively.
What is most valuable?
Virus detection helps teams to be aware of any threats that can harm data and take precautions in advance.
It provides networking reports on the data security situation, which enables users to make decisions.
Performance metrics provided regularly help the IT team plan to curb any threats to company data.
It is easy to deploy the antivirus and learn how it works.
The application runs very fast and does not affect the performance speed of the device where it is installed.
Daily security analysis indicators help team members to engage any abnormality with real-time insights.
What needs improvement?
The current features are doing extremely well. That said, the system coding can be simplified to enable any user to interpret the security situation of the used device.
I am happy with the set data models since they monitor the security situation of new sites before browsing.
I have not observed most failures since I started using this software.
The company can embark on timely updates to ensure the application is compatible with devices.
Customer support comes in on time when we contact them via online chats and phone calls.
When there are many devices, it is more costly since each device requires unique login credentials.
The product is heavy, and it requires more space for effective operation. New users can find it difficult to set up and install due to the lack of a robust user manual.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've used the solution for eight months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It works for a long time without failing and does not misbehave.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The antivirus performance has been excellent.
How are customer service and support?
The customer service team has never failed us.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I used Kaspersky Antivirus, however, it used to fail most of the time.
How was the initial setup?
The installation process of the application is easy and straightforward.
What about the implementation team?
I deployed it through a vendor, and they are doing well.
What was our ROI?
A secure work environment has contributed to increased ROI.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The pricing is suitable, and the setup process is simple.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
I evaluated most free online antiviruses, however, they were not effective.
What other advice do I have?
Check Point Antivirus is a sure bet for the detection of any virus.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.

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