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BlackBerry Secure [EOL] vs Forescout Platform comparison

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Categories and Ranking

BlackBerry Secure [EOL]
Average Rating
9.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Forescout Platform
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
78
Ranking in other categories
Network Access Control (NAC) (6th), IoT Security (5th), Endpoint Compliance (3rd), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (30th)
 

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Consulta5fbd - PeerSpot reviewer
Consulta5fbd
Consultant at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
It is flexible on the database and application side
The primary use case is for business Twice, I have seen a measurable decrease in the mean time to detect or respond to threats. Make the back-end installation simpler. I would like integration with other mobile solutions. It is stable, which is good. It is flexible on the database and…
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AshishKumar Rai - PeerSpot reviewer
AshishKumar Rai
Security Consultant at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Comprehensive visibility has strengthened endpoint control and automated threat response across networks
When it comes to improving Forescout Platform, I have faced some issues recently, particularly with the switch integration part. When integrating a switch, it asks for the vendor type, and often it does not match. For example, one series of HP switches may not be found in that vendor list. This leads to frustration because you have to check again with different HP models, and once you integrate a switch, you cannot edit the vendor list without removing it. Other issues are being worked on, particularly related to switch integration. I believe they will be fixed in the next upgrade or patch fix. There are no major issues, but the configuration changes needed for the switch model are necessary, and I think it would help if during integration, an admin user could check the password or credential used, as they currently cannot see the password after it is entered and saved.
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Pros

"The ROI is good because it supports the productivity of our employees and has helped increase staff productivity by two hours."
"It is flexible on the database and application side."
"My advice to others is Forescout Platform is a good solution; it's fairly simple to deploy in an environment, far better than the other products in which we have done a POC, and has good stability and performance."
"Its feature that I have found most valuable is that it is very granular. You can configure granular controls just as you want those policies to be implemented. It gives you that flexibility to go granular in how you want your controls to be implemented. That's something I like about it."
"It's one of the tools that has given the federal government visibility into network devices and everything."
"I help customers use the Forescout Platform for compliance enforcement. We can specify what needs to be installed on devices connecting to the network, like antivirus, updates, and security software."
"The most valuable features of the Forescout Platform are ease of management and outstanding visibility, and the visibility is simple to obtain."
"The most valuable feature for us is the visibility into all connected devices."
"The most valuable feature is the ease of deployment, which does not require the use of an agent."
"Overall, the stability of the product has been very good."
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Cons

"Make the back-end installation simpler. I would like integration with other mobile solutions."
"There were many issues with deployment, but these were largely due to our own network architecture issues."
"We only looked at it in terms of discovery modes and I think it's too expensive to use for that purpose alone."
"At this point, I haven't come across many drawbacks of Forescout Platform, but I would like to give that some time and then possibly identify where they could improve."
"Battled with the use of SNMP v1 instead of v2c Direct web interface rather than installation of a client."
"The reporting feature needs improvement."
"For the user, the policy that they have implemented sometimes needs adjustments. Sometimes the features that the customer asks for aren't involved in the main installation, and I need to bolt an add-on in. However, I never know if this policy is the right one when I do this."
"The solution's customer support is bad and should be improved."
"I should be able to integrate my Forescout with any other third party security technology, to build that connected security strategy."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The licensing costs are $5000 USD."
"The cost of licensing for this product is quite high, but this cost covers all the features of the solution so it is a single payment for the term that has been selected."
"There are no additional costs that I am aware of."
"They base the license on the number of devices, which is quite misleading."
"Forescout Platform is too expensive, so the price should be reduced."
"It might not be the cheapest solution, but you get what you pay for."
"We need to pay for integration for each integration that we want to do and there is an additional license fee. This adds more costs. It is not something that anyone can afford. If you want to integrate this with a lot of other tools, it can be costly."
"It's about $160,000, but I'm not sure how long that is for or what it includes. Because we were a test base, we were provided with servers, but now, Forescout wants us to buy servers because those servers are now end-of-life or end-of-service. For our lifecycle management program, in order to get a refresh on those servers, we would have to buy servers or use our own network resources to house Forescout. Forescout takes up about 13 or 14 virtual CPUs."
"5,000 user licenses will cost you between seven and eight million dollars, compared to 20 million for Aruba."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
12%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Outsourcing Company
8%
Construction Company
6%
 

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Small Business29
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise45
 

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What advice do you have for others considering Forescout Platform?
Forescout is a very powerful NAC product that does not rely on port level configuration. It can detect and block unauthorized devices very quickly. But it has a lot of capabilities and really would...
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I would rate the Forescout Device and Visibility Control Platform at a six out of ten.
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What advice do you have for others considering Forescout Platform?
I recommend doing a compression demo. If people use it, they will buy it. So they have to see the product in place. That's the main recommendation is to do a proof of concept. If they do, they ...
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Also Known As

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Forescout Platform, CounterACT for Endpoint Compliance, ForeScout CounterACT
 

Overview

BlackBerry Secure is a comprehensive, mobile-native approach to security that addresses the entire enterprise, from endpoint to endpoint. BlackBerry offers comprehensive, cloud-enabled software that helps companies manage and secure the Enterprise of Things.

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Forescout Platform provides comprehensive device visibility and asset management without requiring agent installation. It strengthens network access control and endpoint compliance, integrating flexibly with zero-trust architecture.

Forescout Platform offers organizations a robust solution for maintaining network security by enabling detailed monitoring of connected devices and enforcing compliance policies across IT and OT networks. Effective in sectors like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing, it controls unauthorized access, authenticates, quarantines, and remediates noncompliant devices while supporting both on-premises and cloud environments. Notable for its third-party integration, easy configuration, and customizable threat responses, Forescout Platform aids in efficient security measure maintenance.

What are the key features?

  • Device Visibility: Identifies and monitors all connected devices.
  • Asset Management: Facilitates efficient oversight of network assets.
  • Third-party Integration: Offers compatibility with many security systems.
  • No Agent Installation Required: Simplifies setup and reduces overhead.
  • Network Access Control: Protects networks with automated policy enforcement.
  • Endpoint Compliance: Ensures devices adhere to security policies.
  • Customizable Threat Responses: Tailors actions to specific security threats.

What are the benefits to look for?

  • Flexibility: Adapts to diverse IT environments with ease.
  • Zero-trust Integration: Enhances security with robust architecture compatibility.
  • Ease of Use: Reduces complexity in setup and operation.
  • Comprehensive Visibility: Maintains detailed insight into network devices.

Forescout Platform finds widespread adoption across industries like finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. It is particularly valued for enforcing cybersecurity measures and maintaining compliance in diverse operational environments, handling network access and device management challenges efficiently.

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Sample Customers

SIRVA, Buddle Findlay, Catholic Church Insurance and Macquarie University
RWJ Barnabas HealthEnbridge EnergyToyota MotorsSt. Luke's University Health NetworkGlobal Credit Union
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