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Ivanti Connect Secure vs Norton Small Business comparison

Ivanti and NortonLifeLock are both solutions in the SSL VPN category. Ivanti is ranked #1 with an average rating of 7.2, while NortonLifeLock is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.7. Ivanti holds a 22.9% mindshare in SV, compared to NortonLifeLock’s 0.8% mindshare. Additionally, 78% of Ivanti users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of NortonLifeLock users who would recommend it.
Ivanti Connect Secure
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78% willing to recommend
Norton Small Business
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90% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between Ivanti Connect Secure and Norton Small Business based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Ivanti Connect Secure
Ranking in SSL VPN
1st
Average Rating
7.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
28
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (10th)
Norton Small Business
Ranking in SSL VPN
6th
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.8
Number of Reviews
11
Ranking in other categories
Cloud Backup (14th), Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (18th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the SSL VPN category, the mindshare of Ivanti Connect Secure is 22.9%, up from 19.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Norton Small Business is 0.8%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Johan Derycke - PeerSpot reviewer
Reliable remote access and tunneling enhance work efficiency, but upgrade processes need improvement
Ivanti needs improvement in its seamless upgrade and migration procedures, particularly with the browser components, which are fragile and sometimes cause issues depending on the Windows version, the browser version, and the different modules being used. On the client side, browser-initiated sessions are complex and require a more robust approach for non-admin users.
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William_Bowers - PeerSpot reviewer
Provides a secure and hassle-free environment
One area where Norton 360 could improve is the constant push for upselling. The notifications urging me to buy additional services, like dark web monitoring or a secure browser, can be overwhelming. It feels like they are trying to sell me more than I actually need. I would prefer a more straightforward approach where essential features are included in the base license without constant prompts to purchase extras. While notifications about actions taken for my security are good, they could be more informative, letting me know exactly what they did to protect me without the upsell pitches. Simplifying the user experience and providing clearer information about the actions taken would make Norton 360 more user-friendly for me.
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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It's a very convenient and user-friendly application."
"The solution helps with principal decisions. It also helps with the security and configuration of many technologies."
"The product is easy to use."
"What I like the most about Pulse Connect Secure is that it's user-friendly. It's easy to use. You just need to connect, and that's it."
"The best feature of Pulse Connect Secure is the good security it provides. It gives a secure connection to your network."
"The most valuable feature of Pulse Connect Secure is its ease of use."
"It's quite stable."
"The tool's most valuable feature is remote access."
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"The product offers all the essential licenses compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and mobile platforms."
"The solution detects viruses very, very fast."
"It offers diverse features, such as antivirus protection, firewall, identity protection, secure VPN, device backup, password management, parental controls, and performance optimization."
"The performance is fine."
"Norton 360 offers the best defense compared to other low-priced antivirus solutions. Its most valuable feature is storage and automatic backup. You can restore materials from the tool's cloud backup. It is encrypted with authentication."
"The solution has good performance."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is that it offers alerts if I get a spam email."
"The product’s valuable feature is the availability of support services 24/7."
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Cons

"Pulse Connect Secure could improve the reporting, it is lacking in detail and should take the report automatically."
"The security mechanisms of Ivanti Connect Secure are very slow to update."
"Zero test FDP (Fraud Protection and Prevention) should be improved."
"Ivanti needs improvement in its seamless upgrade and migration procedures, particularly with the browser components, which are fragile and sometimes cause issues depending on the Windows version, the browser version, and the different modules being used."
"The support team of the product needs improvement. Sometimes we have issues with multiple authentications, but there is no help from the support team."
"I would like the solution to be more secure and compatible. It also needs to improve integration with other systems."
"There is room for improvement. I'm concerned about the frequent vulnerabilities identified. As a security product, the number of vulnerabilities is concerning."
"Connection-wise, Pulse Connect Secure could be faster, and this is its area for improvement."
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"Norton 360’s features for device optimization could be better."
"The solution’s stability could be improved."
"The tool's price is an area of concern where improvements are required."
"The updates must be less frequent."
"The product should be improved with more storage. Though included in its price, the tool's auto VPN doesn't work at times."
"One area where Norton 360 could improve is the constant push for upselling."
"I would like to see Norton 360 improve the speed of its cloud backup."
"There's a need for enhanced security measures."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I rate the product price a six to seven on a scale of one to ten, where one is a low price, and ten is a high price."
"Pulse Connect Secure is relatively cost-effective."
"The pricing for Pulse Connect Secure is not low and not high, so it's good. It's a six out of ten for me, price-wise."
"A license is required for you to use Pulse Connect Secure, but I'm not aware of how much it costs."
"The price of Pulse Connect Secure is expensive."
"The cost of the product is high, but worth it because of the utility and great product support."
"The pricing is quite nominal. We pay on a yearly basis."
"It is an inexpensive product. We purchase its yearly license."
"On a scale of one to ten, if ten is the most expensive and one is the cheapest, I rate the price as nine."
"The solution is cost-effective."
"During procurement, we discovered that acquiring licenses in packages or bundles, such as the one for 20 users, was more cost-effective than individual licenses."
"The price is fairly acceptable."
"The tool has a yearly licensing."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
15%
Computer Software Company
13%
Government
9%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Government
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Pulse Connect Secure?
From an end-user perspective, the setup phase is easy.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Pulse Connect Secure?
Ivanti has always been known to be pricey, making it a rather high-cost solution.
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What needs improvement with Pulse Connect Secure?
Ivanti needs improvement in its seamless upgrade and migration procedures, particularly with the browser components, which are fragile and sometimes cause issues depending on the Windows version, t...
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What do you like most about Norton 360?
The product offers all the essential licenses compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and mobile platforms.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Norton 360?
I have a yearly licensing plan. The cost is not that high. The solution is cost-effective.
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What needs improvement with Norton 360?
The updates must be less frequent.
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Overview

Ivanti Connect Secure provides a seamless, cost-effective SSL VPN solution for remote and mobile users from any web-enabled device to corporate resources— anytime, anywhere.
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Safeguard your business effortlessly with Norton Small Business, providing comprehensive protection wherever you are. Feel confident in the security of your business as Norton helps protect your devices, offering easy installation, overview, and management without the need for IT skills. With a focus on reducing online risks, this solution enables secure browsing for employees on-the-go and enhances the security of company passwords and financial information. Additionally, Norton Small Business contributes to the longevity of your PCs with automated Windows PC cleaning and optimization, ensuring peak efficiency. Prioritize data integrity by maintaining three separate backups, including an additional backup in the cloud. With Norton Small Business, empower your team to work safely while staying ahead of potential threats, making it an ideal choice for businesses seeking straightforward and robust online security solutions.
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Sample Customers

Axcient, Baloise Group, Cygate, Catholic University of America, Datec Inc, Revlon, Santa Monica Networks, 7-Eleven
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