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Best 1 Norton 360 Deluxe
Norton 360 Deluxe
From $69.99/yr

Norton 360 Deluxe offers a formidable, feature-packed security suite anchored by robust antivirus and malware protection. Its standout inclusions are substantial cloud backup storage and identity thef...

9.72 Brilliant
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2 Netgear Nighthawk R7800
Netgear Nighthawk R7800

The Netgear Nighthawk R7800 is a premium router offering robust content filtering capabilities alongside blazing-fast Wi-Fi 6 performance. It features a comprehensive parental control dashboard, allow...

9.67 Brilliant
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3 pfSense
pfSense

pfSense is a powerful, open-source firewall and router software distribution based on FreeBSD. Its renowned for its robust security features, advanced routing capabilities, and extensive customization...

9.50 Brilliant
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4 McAfee Total Protection
McAfee Total Protection
From $6.99/mo

McAfee Total Protection is best known for its unique value proposition: a single subscription covering an unlimited number of devices across all major platforms. It provides solid core antivirus prote...

9.22 Excellent
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5 Check Point CloudGuard
Check Point CloudGuard

Check Point CloudGuard is a comprehensive cloud security platform that offers advanced threat prevention, secure access control, and visibility into cloud workloads. It integrates with Check Point's o...

9.20 Excellent
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6 Fortinet FortiGate NGFW
Fortinet FortiGate NGFW

The Fortinet FortiGate NGFW consistently ranks among the top enterprise-grade firewalls, offering exceptional performance and a broad range of security features. Its Security Fabric integrates seamles...

9.20 Excellent
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7 Fortinet FortiGate
Fortinet FortiGate

Fortinet FortiGate is a leading enterprise-grade firewall known for its robust security features and high performance. It combines next-generation firewall capabilities with secure SD-WAN functionalit...

9.20 Excellent
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8 Sophos XG Firewall
Sophos XG Firewall
From $500/mo

Sophos XG Firewall offers a balance of robust security features and ease of use, making it a popular choice for small to mid-sized businesses. It provides next-generation firewall capabilities, includ...

9.14 Excellent
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9 Fail2Ban
Fail2Ban
Free Plan Available

Fail2Ban is a powerful tool for Linux that automatically bans IP addresses that show signs of brute-force attacks. It works by monitoring log files and using filters to identify suspicious activity, t...

9.00 Excellent
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10 Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall
Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall

Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall is renowned for its application visibility and control, as well as its advanced threat prevention capabilities. It leverages a unique App-ID technology to i...

9.00 Excellent
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11 McAfee Web Protection
McAfee Web Protection

McAfee Web Protection is a web content filtering solution that blocks malicious websites and provides real-time threat intelligence. It integrates with other McAfee products for unified management and...

8.95 Very Good
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12 Check Point
Check Point
From $100/mo

Check Point offers a range of firewall and endpoint protection solutions that are tailored for healthcare organizations. Its advanced security features help protect patient data against cyber threats...

8.93 Very Good
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13 Fortinet FortiGuard
Fortinet FortiGuard
Free Plan Available From $20/mo

Fortinet FortiGuard is a cloud-based security service that provides real-time threat intelligence and protection against malware. It integrates with Fortinet firewalls for secure data transmission, of...

8.84 Very Good
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14 OpenWrt Build for Broadcom BCM4366
OpenWrt Build for Broadcom BCM4366

This build is favored for its reputation for stability on mid-range, widely available Broadcom hardware. It provides a robust foundation for setting up dedicated network monitoring or basic security g...

8.80 Very Good
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15 Bitdefender Antivirus Free
Bitdefender Antivirus Free
Free Plan Available

Bitdefender's free antivirus software offers real-time protection against malware and includes features such as anti-phishing, firewall, and ransomware protection. It supports multiple platforms and i...

8.77 Very Good
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16 Netfilter
Netfilter
Free Plan Available

Netfilter is a framework for filtering and manipulating network packets in the Linux kernel. It provides a flexible way to implement packet filtering, NAT (Network Address Translation), and other netw...

8.63 Very Good
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17 Sophos XG Firewall (Home Edition)
Sophos XG Firewall (Home Edition)

Full-featured software firewall with web filtering, application control, and intrusion prevention. Free for home use with advanced content filtering policies.

8.40 Very Good
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18 Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X
Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X
From $249.99

The Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X is a versatile router that offers advanced content filtering capabilities through its powerful firewall and VPN features. Its open-source nature allows for extensive customiz...

8.17 Very Good
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19 Avira Premium Security
Avira Premium Security
Free Plan Available From $4.99/mo or one-time payment of $59.88

Avira Premium Security offers strong ransomware protection with its advanced scanning technologies and real-time monitoring. It includes features like anti-phishing, firewall, and a free version for b...

8.11 Very Good
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20 NetGuard
NetGuard
Free Plan Available

NetGuard is a no-root firewall app for Android that allows users to control which apps can access the internet. It provides a simple interface for blocking network access on a per-app basis. While it'...

8.10 Very Good
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21 F-Secure Freedome Security
F-Secure Freedome Security
From $6.99/mo

F-Secure Freedome Security is known for its lightweight design and fast scanning capabilities. It includes advanced anti-phishing features and real-time protection, making it a strong choice for freel...

8.08 Very Good
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22 MikroTik hEX S
MikroTik hEX S

This device is for the networking enthusiast who prefers raw, configurable power over consumer-friendly mesh simplicity. It functions as a powerful router/gateway, often requiring manual setup of mesh...

8.00 Very Good
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23 Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks
From $50/mo

Palo Alto Networks provides advanced firewall and endpoint protection solutions that are specifically designed for healthcare environments. Its robust security features help safeguard patient data aga...

7.96 Good
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24 Norton Security
Norton Security
Free Plan Available From $6.99/mo

Norton Security offers robust real-time protection against malware and viruses, along with a built-in firewall. It includes family safety features to monitor and control online activity for children....

7.90 Good
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25 McAfee LiveSafe
McAfee LiveSafe
Free Plan Available From $6.99/mo

McAfee LiveSafe provides protection across multiple devices and includes a user-friendly interface. It offers real-time monitoring, web filtering, and app blocking to keep families safe from online th...

7.90 Good
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26 Norton Security Free
Norton Security Free
Free Plan Available

Norton Security Free provides anti-malware protection, a firewall, and safe browsing features. It includes a pop-up blocker and a virtual keyboard for secure typing, making it suitable for users who v...

7.88 Good
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27 Firewalla Gold
Firewalla Gold

The Firewalla Gold is a powerhouse security appliance that goes far beyond standard router functions. It provides enterprise-grade, deep packet inspection (DPI) right at the network edge, making it ex...

7.80 Good
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28 Kaspersky Anti-Virus Free
Kaspersky Anti-Virus Free
Free Plan Available

Kaspersky Anti-Virus Free provides anti-malware protection, a firewall, and safe browsing features. It includes a pop-up blocker and a virtual keyboard for secure typing, making it suitable for users...

7.50 Good
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29 pfSense Appliance
pfSense Appliance

pfSense runs on dedicated hardware (or virtual machines) and is renowned for its enterprise-grade firewall capabilities. It provides advanced features like VPN termination, intrusion detection (IDS/IP...

7.50 Good
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30 Cisco ASA
Cisco ASA

Cisco's legacy enterprise security appliance providing firewall, VPN, and intrusion prevention capabilities. Deployed extensively in enterprise networks, ASA remains relevant for organizations with es...

7.20 Good
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