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Zscaler Private Access vs. Zscaler Workload Communications

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    Overview
    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Zscaler Private Access

    Score7.9 out of 10
    N/AZscaler Private Access™ (ZPA) gives users secure access to private apps and OT devices while enabling zero trust connectivity for workloads.N/A

    Zscaler Workload Communications

    Score9 out of 10
    N/AZscaler Workload Communications (replacing the former Zscaler Cloud Protection) delivers an approach that aims to take the operational complexity and headaches out of cloud workload security. The Zscaler zero trust architecture reduces business risk by automatically remediating security gaps, minimizing the attack surface, and eliminating lateral threat movement.N/A
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    Editions & Modules
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Zscaler Private AccessZscaler Workload Communications
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    YesNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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    Features
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    Threat Intelligence
    Comparison of Threat Intelligence features of Zscaler Private Access and Zscaler Workload Communications
    Feature
    Zscaler Private Access
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    13% above category average
    Zscaler Workload Communications
    -
    Ratings
    Network Analytics10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Automated Alerts and Reporting10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Zero Trust Security
    Comparison of Zero Trust Security features of Zscaler Private Access and Zscaler Workload Communications
    Feature
    Zscaler Private Access
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    7% above category average
    Zscaler Workload Communications
    -
    Ratings
    Continuous Verification10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Secure Web Gateways10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Network Flow Control10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Network Data Encryption10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Network Topology Mapping10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
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    Enterprises
    Zscaler Internet Access
    Score8.8 out of 10
    Zscaler Internet Access
    Score8.8 out of 10
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    User Ratings
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    Likelihood to Recommend
    8.0
    (5 ratings)
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    User Testimonials
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    Likelihood to Recommend
    Zscaler
    Zscaler Private Access works really well in environments setup for FQDNs and where you know what users should/shouldn't be accessing on what ports. You can use Zscaler Private Access to figure out these kinds of features but that doesn't always mean you'll be correct. It also provides a consistent experience for users as they can access their materials anywhere. It also makes the user the last line of defense. If a user's account is compromised then the attacker has access to everything they already did. It doesn't work great in OT environments or Server based environments. Flows have to be initiated from the client and not the server for stuff to behave properly.
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    Pros
    Zscaler
    • Allows strong cyber security corporate policies
    • Very reliable VPN application that operates at 100% efficiency
    • Very easy to be configured with friendly user interface
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    Cons
    Zscaler
    • Granularity and Complexity of Policy Enforcement
    • Application Segmentation and Listener Configuration - The way applications are defined and listened for is fundamental to ZPA, but can be a source of frustration, especially when dealing with legacy or non-HTTP protocols
    • The ZCC is the user's primary gateway, but its control over local system network behavior can sometimes clash with enterprise requirements.
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    Usability
    Zscaler
    The environment feels more secure, and we are seeing that users are adapting to it fast. The fact that we have tools to assist the users with their day-to-day access helps, as we can hand it off to the helpdesk without any escalations to the Network team. It is a work in progress for our agency, but we are seeing the benefits from the solution.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Zscaler
    Well ZPA is a good solution, however everyone has their own advantage and disadvantages, with ZPA you can deploy ZTNA model, which will help you better control on access, however Palo Alto, Fortinet they are also market leading firewall solution, and you can not deny if they are not providing the same features.
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    Return on Investment
    Zscaler
    • Positive: We have now charged users internally for the service
    • Negative: Dealing with users who also have the Zscaler Client Connector for their company, can cause confusions
    • Negative: Enabling the Zscaler Internet Access entitlement has been a major headache for us because Zscaler Private Access users can't autheniticate through ZIA on a non corporate device.
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    ScreenShots

    Zscaler Private Access Screenshots

    Screenshot of how ZPA provides access for all users while minimizing the attack surface, eliminating lateral movement, and stopping zero day threats. A cloud native service, ZPA can be deployed in just hours to replace legacy remote access tools like VPNs and VDIs.