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Check Point Harmony Mobile vs Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) comparison

 

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
6.2
Check Point Harmony Mobile enhances security and productivity with seamless integration, reducing incidents and improving resilience without high costs.
Sentiment score
7.1
Cisco Secure Client offers seamless, user-friendly connectivity, simplifying remote work despite unclear direct ROI.
It reduced the cost of data breaches.
Network Security Engineer at Binary Global Ltd
Incidents have dropped by around 15% since we started using Check Point Harmony Mobile.
Senior Solution Consultant at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Our ROI with Harmony Mobile has been strong, we have prevented multiple phishing and malware incidents in mobile devices saving time, potential breaches, and compliance-related costs.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.8
Check Point Harmony Mobile's support is praised for quick, knowledgeable assistance, while the software's user-friendliness minimizes support reliance.
Sentiment score
6.7
Users find Cisco support knowledgeable and effective, despite occasional access difficulties, relying often on internal IT for Secure Client.
Their team is responsive, knowledgeable and proactive in resolving issues and providing guidance.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
The support for Check Point Harmony Mobile was excellent, both for technical support and other aspects.
Network Security Engineer at Binary Global Ltd
Customer support for Check Point Harmony Mobile is very great.
IT at a security firm with 51-200 employees
Cisco offers very high-quality customer service.
Manager - Network Services at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Cisco technical support is difficult, and it requires lots of contracts.
Technical Manager at Gannexion BV
Over the years, there's been a decline in the quality, mainly in areas such as the experience level of support engineers and the time taken to address and escalate issues.
Director/ Senior Network Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.5
Check Point Harmony Mobile is highly scalable and integrates seamlessly, supporting diverse organizational sizes without performance issues.
Sentiment score
7.3
Cisco Secure Client is scalable and effective for thousands of users, with flexible licensing for diverse environments and remote work.
Check Point Harmony Mobile is scalable and can be integrated with our existing security infrastructure.
Network Security Engineer at Binary Global Ltd
Harmony mobile scales easily with growing device fleets making it well suited for both small teams and large enterprises.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
Check Point Harmony Mobile's scalability is good, and I have been able to add more users or devices easily as my organization has grown.
Senior Solution Consultant at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
A smaller firewall can handle fewer sessions, while a larger one can handle tens of thousands of sessions.
Director/ Senior Network Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
The scalability of Cisco Secure Client depends on the hardware I choose.
Network Architect at Sysnet Solutions Bangladesh Limited
Regarding scalability, Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) rates as excellent because we can scale out by simply buying more licenses from the vendor.
Senior Network Engineer Specialist at Zenith Comp Co.,Ltd.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.3
Check Point Harmony Mobile offers reliable, high-performance security with excellent stability and efficiency on both Android and Apple devices.
Sentiment score
8.0
Cisco Secure Client is highly stable and reliable, with user satisfaction and minimal technical issues reported, scoring 8-10 regularly.
Harmony mobile has proven to be highly stable in our environment with consistent performance and no major downtime or crashes.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
Check Point Harmony Mobile is absolutely stable with no downtime, and it is working excellently.
Network Security Engineer at Binary Global Ltd
Check Point Harmony Mobile is very stable.
Support at a security firm with 51-200 employees
I would rate the stability ten out of ten.
Sr. I&C Enginner at Reliance Industries Ltd
The stability is really good, and I would rate it up to nine.
Manager - Network Services at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Regarding the performance of Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect), I have not seen any issues because performance-wise it functions properly.
Manager - Projects at airtel
 

Room For Improvement

Check Point Harmony Mobile needs interface improvements, better integration, cost structure enhancements, and customizable features for diverse user environments.
Users desire improvements in Cisco Secure Client's interface, ease of use, connectivity, security, updates, and integration with systems.
Granular admin roles would help, as adding more flexible role-based access control within the Infinity Portal would help large teams delegate responsibilities without overexposing sensitive settings and data.
Support at a security firm with 51-200 employees
While it is worth the investment given the increased security and improved user experience, it is definitely a significant expense.
Cybersecurity Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Check Point Harmony Mobile is strong but could improve in reducing alert fatigue, sometimes we get too many notifications which can overwhelm users and IT staff.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
I am using Intune for deployments, and it's not easy to create an automated deployment where users do not need to register server addresses.
Chief Technologies Officer at ASTORG PARTNERS
Vendors offer more features, such as a kill switch.
Technical Manager at Gannexion BV
Cisco's security portfolio, including Secure Client and the firewalls, is falling behind.
Director/ Senior Network Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
 

Setup Cost

Check Point Harmony Mobile is seen as costly for mid-size installations but competitive for larger, scalable deployments with support.
Cisco Secure Client pricing is reasonable with term-based licensing, but some users find it costly compared to free competitors.
It is a significant expense, but it is worth the investment given the increased security and improved user experience.
Cybersecurity Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Harmony Mobile's pricing is per device and generally affordable especially when bundled with other harmony solutions.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
The pricing for Check Point Harmony Mobile was higher than expected, but the setup cost and other aspects were a good experience.
Network Security Engineer at Binary Global Ltd
Palo Alto and Fortinet provide free VPN connections, but Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) requires a license purchase.
Senior Network Engineer Specialist at Zenith Comp Co.,Ltd.
I perceive the pricing to be a seven, however, I have perpetual licenses.
Technical Manager at Gannexion BV
The pricing seems to align equally with other competitors like Palo Alto during a competitive situation.
Director/ Senior Network Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
 

Valuable Features

Check Point Harmony Mobile provides robust threat management with real-time detection, easy deployment, and seamless integration for enhanced mobile protection.
Cisco Secure Client provides seamless, secure VPN access with user-friendly setup, cross-platform support, and integration with enterprise software.
Check Point Harmony Mobile's advanced threat prevention capabilities have been very effective in blocking these threats.
Cybersecurity Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Network protection especially against unsafe wifi has been crucial for securing remote work.
Pre Sales Consultant at Redington Group
Check Point Harmony Mobile has positively impacted my organization by saving time and providing better security.
Senior Solution Consultant at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Beneficial for businesses needing secure access outside the office.
Director/ Senior Network Specialist at a computer software company with 51-200 employees
Additionally, it gives the user flexibility of working from anywhere, which is a major feature we are looking at.
Manager - Projects at airtel
Cisco Secure Client's AnyConnect VPN's reliability has been absolutely wonderful, as well as the ability to connect from any network, regardless of location.
Sr. I&C Enginner at Reliance Industries Ltd
 

Categories and Ranking

Check Point Harmony Mobile
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
60
Ranking in other categories
Mobile Threat Defense (1st)
Cisco Secure Client (includ...
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
77
Ranking in other categories
SSL VPN (3rd), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (6th), ZTNA as a Service (9th), Cisco Security Portfolio (5th)
 

Mindshare comparison

Check Point Harmony Mobile and Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Check Point Harmony Mobile is designed for Mobile Threat Defense and holds a mindshare of 10.3%, down 14.8% compared to last year.
Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect), on the other hand, focuses on SSL VPN, holds 13.3% mindshare, down 15.1% since last year.
Mobile Threat Defense Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Check Point Harmony Mobile10.3%
Zimperium26.6%
Lookout20.7%
Other42.39999999999999%
Mobile Threat Defense
SSL VPN Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect)13.3%
Ivanti Connect Secure16.9%
Citrix Gateway11.2%
Other58.6%
SSL VPN
 

Featured Reviews

RL
TI at a security firm with 51-200 employees
Unified across devices and mobile threats are automatically blocked before damage occurs
The best feature of Check Point Harmony Mobile is the Mobile Threat Defense because it detects and blocks phishing attempts, malicious apps, man-in-the-middle attacks, and device exploits, which is especially critical in BYOD and remote work environments. The Mobile Threat Defense feature in Check Point Harmony Mobile has been very effective, especially in catching threats that target employees outside of traditional email channels. For example, there was a smishing attempt where a user received a text message with links disguised as package delivery updates. Check Point Harmony Mobile analyzed the link in real-time, flagged it as malicious, and blocked access before anyone could enter credentials, which prevented what could have been a widespread credential harvesting attack. Device Management and Remote Work Support are two additional aspects of Check Point Harmony Mobile that are especially valued. Device Management continuously checks device posture, including things like OS version, patch level, and whether a device is jailbroken or rooted. Remote Work Support allows employees to securely access email, collaboration tools, and files from anywhere without worrying about phishing links, malicious apps, and unsafe Wi-Fi networks. Check Point Harmony Mobile has positively impacted the organization, especially with phishing protections, as SMS or messaging-based phishing attempts are now blocked before users can click, preventing credential theft. Measurable outcomes since deploying Check Point Harmony Mobile highlight its impact on both security and compliance. Mobile-related security incidents have dropped by approximately 40 to 50 percent compared to before deployment.
AS
Manager - Projects at airtel
Offers work-from-anywhere flexibility but navigates occasional proxy confusion
The analytics I downloaded from your site as a free download did not carry the information that was actually required. I was looking at the market segmentation and market share, along with some USPs which differentiated them from each other. The free download had two issues: many things were repetitive, and it was designed to not release any relevant information. Only headers were present, so I was not able to determine whether the final report would be worthwhile. I have not worked with enterprise tools that I could share feedback on for website publication. I see benefits from using Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect). However, I would not recommend it because future adoptions will be towards Zscaler, as SSC is a better model than VPN. On a scale of 1-10, I rate this solution a 7.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
19%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Outsourcing Company
7%
Security Firm
7%
Computer Software Company
30%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business37
Midsize Enterprise15
Large Enterprise22
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business27
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise45
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Check Point Harmony Mobile?
The most valuable features of the solution are threat emulation, threat extraction, URL detection, antimalware, antivirus, and IPS.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Check Point Harmony Mobile?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Check Point Harmony Mobile is that pricing can be a little bit lower, which would be good because other antivirus solutions are significant...
What needs improvement with Check Point Harmony Mobile?
While Check Point Harmony Mobile is a strong solution, there are a few areas where improvement could make it even more effective and user-friendly, such as more granular policy controls.
What do you like most about Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
The tool is user-friendly, robust and easy to use in any environment.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) is somewhat expensive compared to others such as Fortinet or Palo Alto, which provide free VPN when the firewall is purchased. Palo Alto and Fortinet prov...
What needs improvement with Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
At times there is confusion regarding when to keep the proxy on or off, a problem faced by some users.
 

Also Known As

Check Point Mobile Access, Check Point SandBlast Mobile
Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Samsung Research America, Mississippi Office of the Secretary of State
MST, Molina Healthcare, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Arup, New South Wales Rural FireService
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