SonicWall TZ series

Long-running SMB firewall line with managed-service option

Overview

SonicWall’s TZ series is its small-business firewall line; the entry-level page currently lists models from the SOHO 250 and TZ270 to the TZ680, including newer TZ280, TZ380, TZ480, TZ580 and TZ680 units[6]. Among the widely deployed seventh-generation models, the TZ270 lists 2 Gbps firewall inspection, 1 Gbps IPS, 750 Mbps threat prevention and 750 Mbps VPN; the TZ370 3 Gbps, 1.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps and 1.38 Gbps; and the TZ470 3.5 Gbps, 2 Gbps, 1.5 Gbps and 1.38 Gbps; the TZ280 lists 2.5 Gbps firewall inspection and one million SPI connections[6]. The series offers zero-touch deployment, secure SD-WAN, Capture ATP sandboxing with Real-Time Deep Memory Inspection and a built-in ZTNA connector[6]. SonicWall’s Managed Protection Security Suite adds 24/7 monitoring by its SonicSentry NOC, firmware updates and vulnerability reporting, with an embedded warranty of up to US$200,000[6]. Prices are not published on the product page.

SonicWall TZ series features

  • Capture ATP sandbox with deep memory inspection
  • Zero-touch deployment
  • Secure SD-WAN
  • Built-in ZTNA connector
  • Managed Protection Security Suite with 24/7 NOC

SonicWall TZ series pricing

Through partners or How to Buy; MPSS managed service available with warranty up to US$200,000.

SonicWall TZ series strengths and limitations

Strengths

  • Managed firewall service with warranty
  • Sandboxing included in security suites
  • Warranty-backed managed option
  • Wide model range

Limitations

  • Lower threat-prevention throughput than some rivals
  • Two hardware generations on sale complicate choice
  • No published prices
  • Suite names not detailed on page

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