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Compare Secure Web Gateway Software

Secure web gateway software helps organizations apply security and access policies to web traffic; compare deployment options and controls such as TLS inspection and malware scanning.

The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier. Compare those with platform support, pricing, data loss controls and managed service options.

  • 31 platforms
  • 1 with a public API on this page
  • 3 with a free tier
  • Checked 9 Oct 2026
  1. 1
    CG
    Cloudflare Gatewaycloudflare.com

    A cloud gateway filters DNS, web, and network traffic; a free plan is available.

    6.7 APIOpenFree Free tier · $7 usage-based
  2. 2
    MD
    Microsoft Defender for Businessmicrosoft.com

    Microsoft Defender for Business is an endpoint security solution for small and medium-sized businesses with up to 300 users that helps protect devices from…

    6.2 APIOpenFree —
  3. 3
    PA
    Prisma Accesspaloaltonetworks.com

    Paid security service for Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, Windows and web; pricing is by request.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  4. 4
    SC
    SonicWall Cloud Secure Edgesonicwall.com

    A secure access service with single sign-on, device status checks and links between office networks.

    6.0 APIOpenFree —
  5. 5
    BS
    Barracuda Secure SD-WANbarracuda.com

    A network service that combines SD-WAN connections with firewall security.

    5.9 APIOpenFree —
  6. 6
    CP
    Check Point Harmony SASEcheckpoint.com

    A SASE service for computers and phones, with a free trial.

    5.8 APIOpenFree —
  7. 7
    IC
    iboss Cloudiboss.com

    A paid cloud security service available on desktop, mobile, web, and browser extensions.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    SI
    Symantec IT Management Suitebroadcom.com

    IT suite for managing, patching and tracking Windows, Mac and Linux devices and software.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  9. 9
    SS
    SafeSquid Secure Web Gatewaysafesquid.com

    Self-hosted web gateway that filters sites and apps, scans malware and can limit sensitive uploads.

    5.1 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    DS
    dope.swgdope.security
    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    MS
    Menlo Security Secure Web Gatewaymenlosecurity.com

    A web gateway that filters sites and inspects files, with SaaS controls and browser-based remote access.

    4.9 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    E
    e2guardiane2guardian.org
    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
  13. 13
    CS
    Cato Secure Web Gatewaycatonetworks.com
    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    CP
    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    VS
    Versa Secure Web Gatewayversa-networks.com
    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
    ZI
    Zscaler Internet Accesszscaler.com

    A cloud service that filters web traffic and checks encrypted connections on desktop and mobile systems.

    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  17. 17
    CS
    Cisco Secure Web Gatewayumbrella.cisco.com
    4.4 APIOpenFree —
  18. 18
    F
    FortiSASEfortinet.com

    A paid SASE service for desktop and mobile platforms; pricing is available on request.

    4.4 APIOpenFree —
  19. 19
    NN
    Netskope Next Gen Secure Web Gatewaynetskope.com

    Cloud web gateway that blocks phishing, malware and DDoS attacks; pricing is by request.

    4.2 APIOpenFree —
  20. 20
    AS
    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  21. 21
    AS
    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  22. 22
    LS
    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  23. 23
    OS
    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  24. 24
    SS
    Skyhigh Secure Web Gatewayskyhighsecurity.com
    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  25. 25
    CD
    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which deployment options fit my organization?

Compare the deployment choices and whether you want a managed service. The board includes both deployment and managed service as comparison points.

Check the maker’s pricing details directly; pricing may be available on request.

Which platforms does the gateway support?

Check that the listed platform support matches the devices your organization uses. The board covers web, Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS and Android.

For example, Cato Secure Web Gateway lists support for web and the five named desktop and mobile platforms, while Airtel Secure Service Edge lists web.

Which security controls should I compare?

Compare TLS inspection, malware scanning, data loss controls and policy controls against your needs. These are separate comparison points on the board.

Check the product details for the controls and deployment options you require.

Can I try a gateway before paying?

Check whether a product offers a free plan or a free trial; they are distinct options. The board shows free-plan availability and pricing information.

Cloudflare Gateway lists a free plan and paid pricing from $7 per user per month. Comodo Dome Secure Web Gateway lists a 30-day trial and pricing on request.

Questions

What should I compare in secure web gateway software?

Compare deployment, platform support, TLS inspection, malware scanning, data loss and policy controls, managed service options, and pricing.

Does secure web gateway software have a free plan?

Some listed products have a free plan. Check the product’s pricing details, and distinguish a free plan from a time-limited free trial.

Which platforms can secure web gateways run on?

The board compares web, Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS and Android support. Confirm that a product supports the platforms you need.

What does TLS inspection mean in a secure web gateway?

TLS inspection is a comparison point for checking whether a gateway can inspect traffic protected by TLS. Check product details for its specific controls.

How is secure web gateway software ranked on this page?

The board uses one signal out of 10 based on maker-published information about usage, public API availability, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier.

Some top positions on this board can be paid placements, standing where they were sold. The facts on each platform are not for sale. How we rank · Disclosure