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Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) vs Citrix Secure Private Access comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jan 2, 2025

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

Categories and Ranking

Check Point Harmony SASE (f...
Ranking in ZTNA
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
57
Ranking in other categories
Secure Web Gateways (SWG) (5th), Firewalls (15th), Anti-Malware Tools (7th), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (7th), ZTNA as a Service (4th), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) (6th)
Citrix Secure Private Access
Ranking in ZTNA
18th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
8.3
Number of Reviews
2
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the ZTNA category, the mindshare of Check Point Harmony SASE (formerly Perimeter 81) is 5.3%, down from 5.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Citrix Secure Private Access is 2.2%, up from 1.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

reviewer8099174 - PeerSpot reviewer
Secure access with an intuitive design and straightforward controls
In terms of improvement, Perimeter 81 could enhance its reporting and analytics capabilities to provide more detailed insights into network activity. Additionally, expanding integration options with a broader range of third-party tools would be beneficial for seamless compatibility with various existing systems. As for additional features in the next release, it would be great to see advanced threat detection and response capabilities integrated into the platform. This would further enhance security by proactively identifying and mitigating potential threats. Additionally, improved mobile device management features and more comprehensive user behavior analytics would be valuable additions to meet evolving cybersecurity needs.
CS
Makes it convenient to work from home, supports everything I need, and is easy to use
When everybody is trying to log in and work sometimes there is a little latency but not a whole lot. This latency also depends on the type of server you have, how may users are logging in and users' home connection (WIFI or Ethernet). If the weather is bad, sometimes, you can get disconnected. I log in every day and I don't usually have any issues unless it is really storming out and then it can be latent. When we go to print, we have to go through secure print. The secure printing kind of takes a while. It is a little latent.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It keeps us all accountable and ensures secure internet connections while we all work remotely."
"The Check Point portfolio showcases very strong products."
"Review of exported and imported packages and protection and content filtering have been useful."
"The tool is easy to use and set up."
"The characteristics that I have liked the most are the ease of implementation and administration."
"What I like about Harmony Connect is that every packet through the network is screened and filtered so that only clean packets can enter the PC. This is useful for a variety of security reasons because you no longer need to worry about things like DDoS attacks."
"The tool's implementation marks a significant step forward among our enterprise clients, showcasing our commitment to staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain technology. The robust security measures implemented not only protect the integrity of financial transactions but also contribute to maintaining the trust and credibility of our clientele."
"The feature that I have found to be most valuable is the reputation that the company has regarding privacy. Nowadays, this is critical, especially when you do all of your work online."
"Virtual desktops and virtual apps are most valuable."
"It is easy and simple, and it has got an easy interface. It is not hard to learn. With just three clicks, you log in, and you're there."
 

Cons

"The access to the portal should be faster. It shouldn't crash a lot."
"Sometimes, the product is very slow."
"Its initial setup process is complex for a hybrid environment."
"One of our challenges is ensuring the security of our cloud-based operations."
"A Google Chrome extension would be handy instead of logging into the app."
"Harmony lacks this ability when anything more than a vanilla access policy is used (we use layers and source user objects in our policy which make this impossible according to Check Point)."
"They could improve on the available public documentation."
"Support is one of the points of improvement."
"INGPU for engineering software is an area of improvement."
"When we go to print, we have to go through secure print. The secure printing kind of takes a while. It is a little latent."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is priced appropriately considering its uses. For an essential license, a user pays only 30 USD per month. For an enterprise version, the prices can be negotiated with the company."
"The solution's pricing model may not be suitable for smaller companies, as they might find it expensive. Larger companies tend to receive more value due to many users."
"I would rate Harmony Connect's pricing at six out of ten. It wasn't particularly expensive, but it wasn't super cheap either."
"The product is neither cheap nor expensive."
"Annual licenses cost $30 to $40 each."
"The product is reasonably priced."
"Regarding pricing, I can say that the more the number of users, the less they have to pay."
"The product's pricing model accommodates diverse needs and deployment sizes."
"There are costs in addition to the standard licensing fees. They should provide better licensing options."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
20%
Manufacturing Company
6%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Government
5%
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Perimeter 81?
Even after restarting, it tries to quickly reestablish connection which is very helpful.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Perimeter 81?
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What needs improvement with Perimeter 81?
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Also Known As

Check Point Quantum SASE
Citrix Secure Workspace Access, Citrix Access Control, Citrix Secure Internet Access
 

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Sample Customers

Aqua Security, Cognito, Multipoint, Kustomer, Postman, Meredith
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