Cloud NGFW is the leader.

See how Cloud NGFW outperforms cloud-native firewalls in this unsponsored independent Miercom competitive review.

Cloud NGFW from Palo Alto Networks has been independently certified as Miercom Certified Secure, outperforming native cloud firewalls in both security effectiveness and user experience.

In side-by-side testing, Cloud NGFW:

• Blocked 95.3% of exploits — the highest-rated result in the evaluation.
• Blocked 100% of malware samples.
• Blocked 100% of evasive threats, including stealth and obfuscation techniques.
• Delivered the best user experience, with streamlined SaaS delivery and intuitive management.

These results highlight the advantages of a purpose-built cloud firewall that delivers stronger protection and simplified operations — without the limitations of native tools.