Cato Networks App Connector

What do you like best about the product?

What I like the most is the unification of the network and security in a single console. The ability to manage SD-WAN, Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW), and remote access (ZTA) from a single panel drastically simplifies operations and reduces the complexity of managing multiple vendors.

What do you dislike about the product?

Sometimes the rigidity of cloud configuration can be limiting. Being an 'as-a-service' solution, you don't always have the level of granularity or extreme customization that traditional on-premises equipment allows (such as very specific routing rules or deep adjustments in the firewall kernel).

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

It took away the headache of having to manage a thousand different boxes. Before, if a remote user couldn't log in or the network was slow at a branch, I had to check the firewall on one side, the VPN on another, and the router on another. Now I have everything in one place. It benefits me because I save a lot of time; what used to take me hours of diagnosis, I now see in a couple of clicks. Basically, it allows me to sleep more peacefully because the network is much more stable.

What do you like best about the product?

I highlight its excellent network connectivity and the wide reach it offers throughout Latin America. Additionally, I value its level of security, as it operates similarly to a SIEM.

What do you dislike about the product?

So far I haven't found anything wrong, all its functions are excellent.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Help me solve security problems.

What do you like best about the product?

Easy to manage from the console and user friendly.

What do you dislike about the product?

Sometime its frequently disconnect and reconnect again.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Previously we were using open VPN application, we thought CATO is more secure than open VPN.

What do you like best about the product?

I like backbone private connectivity and how the sites community with each other automatically after connecting a site is a very nice feature

What do you dislike about the product?

improve speed inside country by doing caching

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Connecting global sites to improve speed

What do you like best about the product?

What I like best about Cato SASE Cloud is the centralized, all-in-one platform that seamlessly combines SD‑WAN, firewall, SWG, CASB, and ZTNA services under a single pane of glass. Deployment and onboarding are fast—spinning up new sites takes under an hour—and day-to-day management is far simpler compared to juggling multiple tools separate interfaces and licenses.

What do you dislike about the product?

Cato lacks certain advanced tools such as remote browser isolation, network sandboxing, and full DLP support.It also doesn't include a web application firewall (WAF) and could enhance intrusion detection (IDS/IPS) capabilities.The platform is often described as feature-limited compared to larger vendor suites.Throughput may be slower depending on the connection quality or distance from a PoP, leading to bottlenecks .he licensing model—based on bandwidth tiers—can be complex or cost-prohibitive, especially for smaller organizations.,Migrating from legacy/point solutions (e.g. on-prem firewalls, appliances) requires planning and operational change .

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Traditional setups require separate tools—SD‑WAN, VPNs, firewalls, secure web gateways—each managed separately. Cato consolidates everything into a single cloud-native platform, eliminating “swivel-chair IT troubleshooting” and simplifying overall infrastructure management.Legacy WANs often experience latency and packet loss, and MPLS is expensive. Cato’s global private backbone delivers low latency, reliable performance, and redundancy, enabling fast site-to-site connectivity and internet access.Disparate security appliances often lack deep inspection and uniform policy enforcement. Cato integrates NGFW, IPS, SWG, CASB, anti-malware, and ransomware protection in a single-pass inspection model for consistent enforcement everywhere

What do you like best about the product?

What I like best about Cato SASE Cloud is the combination of its ease of use and implementation, making it quick to deploy and simple to manage on a daily basis. The intuitive interface and centralized management streamline operations, even across multiple sites. Customer support is responsive and knowledgeable, ensuring any issues are resolved quickly. We use it frequently due to its reliability and comprehensive feature set, which covers secure connectivity, threat prevention, and traffic optimization. Additionally, its ease of integration with our existing tools and identity providers has made the transition smooth and efficient, enhancing both productivity and security.

What do you dislike about the product?

What I dislike about Cato SASE Cloud is that advanced customization and granular control options are somewhat limited compared to traditional firewalls. Reporting and analytics could be more detailed and flexible, and policy updates sometimes take a few minutes to apply. While the platform is stable and improving, it's still maturing in some enterprise-level features.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Managing multiple technologies(different firewalls technologies, MPLS) and integrations across different devices is challenging. Cato CMA helps streamline configuration across all sites in a single step, reducing overhead for network engineers and the security team.

What do you like best about the product?

Cato combines Next-Generation Firewall (FWaaS), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) into a single platform, ensuring consistent security policies across all users and locations

What do you dislike about the product?

Feature Gaps
Complex Pricing: Pricing models can be complex or costly for smaller organizations or specific use cases.

Limited Customization: Being a managed service, it may offer less flexibility than traditional on-prem solutions

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

ZTN and SD-WAN.

What do you like best about the product?

The integration of CrowdStrike Falcon, a leading cloud-native endpoint protection platform, with JumpCloud’s open directory platform delivers a unified security approach combining identity, device, and threat intelligence. This powerful duo helps organizations adopt Zero Trust principles by tightly coupling endpoint posture with identity-based access control.

Strong Endpoint-Identity Correlation
CrowdStrike provides real-time endpoint telemetry (e.g., threat detection, vulnerability status), while JumpCloud governs identity and access. When integrated, organizations can enforce policies based on the security state of the device and the user's identity.

Benefits:

Blocks access from compromised or non-compliant devices

Supports Zero Trust access models

Reduces lateral movement and insider threats

What do you dislike about the product?

While both platforms offer APIs and third-party connectors, the native integration isn’t as plug-and-play as with some vendor bundles (e.g., Microsoft Defender + Entra). Some organizations may need to configure custom scripts or use middleware.

2. Licensing Overlap for SMBs
For small businesses, the combination of EDR (CrowdStrike) and identity/security tools (JumpCloud) might

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Problem 1: Traditional Antivirus Can’t Stop Modern Threats

CrowdStrike Falcon uses AI-driven behavioral analysis and threat intelligence to detect and stop advanced threats like ransomware, fileless attacks, and zero-day exploits in real time.

Slow Detection and Response Times.

What do you like best about the product?

unified approach, ease of management, and robust security features. Specifically, the centralized management interface and the integration of SD-WAN and network security in a single platform are frequently cited as key benefits.

What do you dislike about the product?

Cato SASE Cloud (Secure Access Service Edge) is a popular cloud-native networking and security platform. While it has many strengths, including ease of deployment, centralized management, and strong security integration, there are some common criticisms or potential drawbacks that users and analysts might point out:

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Cato SASE Cloud addresses several critical challenges in modern enterprise networking and security. Here’s a breakdown of the problems it solves and how that benefits organizations and users:

What do you like best about the product?

It consolidates SD-WAN, firewall-as-a-service, secure web gateway, and zero trust network access into a single cloud-native platform. This not only simplifies management but also reduces the need for multiple vendors and point solutions.

What do you dislike about the product?

While the platform is streamlined and easy to use, it can feel somewhat limited when trying to implement highly specific or complex security policies compared to more granular enterprise-grade firewalls or standalone solutions.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Cato SASE Cloud is solving the problem of managing fragmented network and security infrastructures. In many organizations, there are multiple point solutions—firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, and cloud access security brokers—all from different vendors. This complexity creates management overhead, security gaps, and performance issues.