Stormshield Management Center
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WatchGuard AuthPoint
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| Fact | Stormshield Management Center | WatchGuard AuthPoint |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | SMC can connect directly to Stormshield Log Supervisor for access to events and is available on the OUTSCALE Marketplace. | AuthPoint supports Firebox, RADIUS, OIDC, and SAML resources, with integration guides for third-party applications and services. |
| Intended users | Stormshield describes SMC as designed for the characteristics and requirements of multi-site networks. | WatchGuard describes AuthPoint as serving organizations and MSPs, with multi tenant management for MSPs managing multiple customer accounts. |
| Purpose | SMC is a centralized security management solution designed for multi-site infrastructures. | AuthPoint is a cloud-based identity security and multi-factor authentication service that protects logins to endpoints, VPNs, Microsoft environments, and cloud applications. |
Stormshield Management Center plans
- Stormshield Management CenterPriced on request
WatchGuard AuthPoint plans
- AuthPoint MFAPriced on request
- AuthPoint Total Identity SecurityPriced on request
Pick Stormshield Management Center if…
SMC is intended for administrators responsible for multi-site networks built around Stormshield SNS firewalls. It may suit teams seeking centralized policy, firewall, VPN, or SD-WAN management.
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.