CacheGuard-OS
6.2#6 in firewall management softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxSelf-hosted
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WatchGuard AuthPoint
7.9#10 in authenticator appsAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CacheGuard-OS | WatchGuard AuthPoint |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | CacheGuard-OS is a Linux-based operating system designed to secure and optimize network traffic by turning a machine into a network appliance. | AuthPoint is a cloud-based identity security and multi-factor authentication service that protects logins to endpoints, VPNs, Microsoft environments, and cloud applications. |
| Support | Basic support is free; Standard and Premium require paid subscriptions, with stated maximum response delays of next business day and 10 hours respectively. | The AuthPoint MFA subscription includes technical support and feature updates. |
CacheGuard-OS plans
- CacheGuard-OSFree
WatchGuard AuthPoint plans
- AuthPoint MFAPriced on request
- AuthPoint Total Identity SecurityPriced on request
Pick CacheGuard-OS if…
CacheGuard-OS suits administrators who want to combine network security and traffic management on a Linux appliance they deploy on physical or virtual machines. It can also suit organizations managing several Gateways through a central Manager.
Pick WatchGuard AuthPoint if…
AuthPoint is aimed at organizations and managed service providers that need multi-factor authentication across connected services. Its multi-tenant management may suit providers administering multiple customer accounts.