Forcepoint Alternatives & Competitors
Trying to find an affordable and easy-to-use alternative to Forcepoint?
This article will compare CurrentWare’s internet monitoring, web filtering, and DLP solutions to Forcepoint so you can choose the right fit for your organization.
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When To Use CurrentWare vs. Forcepoint
Forcepoint (formerly Websense) makes excellent internet security products.
CurrentWare’s BrowseControl includes category-based filtering to block access to known malicious websites while Forcepoint’s Web Security products include added security features such as real-time malware detection.
But what if you simply want to start blocking inappropriate websites, known malicious websites, and distractions in the workplace? A dedicated web security package makes that process way more complex and expensive than it needs to be.
If you’re looking for a straightforward web filter that lets you start blocking websites in just a few clicks, you’ll love CurrentWare’s web filter BrowseControl.
This page will compare the key features between the CurrentWare Suite and Forcepoint’s product portfolio so you can make the best choice for your business.
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Compare CurrentWare vs. Forcepoint Features
Compare the key features of CurrentWare and Forcepoint to choose the right fit for you
| ✅ | Allow URLs & Domains | ✅ |
| ✅ | Block URLs & Domains | ✅ |
| ✅ | Category Filtering | ✅ |
| ✅ | User-level Policies | ✅ |
| ✅ | Computer-level Blocking | ✅ |
| ✅ | Block Applications | ✅ |
| ✅ | Custom Warning Message | ✅ |
| ✅ | Scheduled Blocking | ✅ |
| ❌ | CASB | ✅ |
| ❌ | Sandboxing | ✅ |
| ✅ | Internet Quota & Timer | ✅ |
| ✅ | Enforce Google SafeSearch | ❌ |
| ✅ | Port Filtering | ✅ |
| ❌ | Real-time Threat Intelligence | ✅ |
| ✅ | Filter HTTPS Websites | ✅ |
| ⚠️ In Development | SSL Decryption | ✅ |
Web Filtering
CurrentWare’s BrowseControl provides the best Forcepoint alternatives for blocking websites. Both solutions provide essential endpoint security management features including the ability to block security threats such as known malicious websites.
Forcepoint’s key advantage is that it goes beyond URL databases with sandboxing, real-time threat intelligence, and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) functions.
Both companies offer a partner program for Managed Service Providers and resellers.
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| ✅ | Email Reports & Alerts | ✅ |
| ✅ | Remote Screen Capture | ✅ |
| ✅ | Scheduled Monitoring | ✅ |
| ✅ | Productive vs. Unproductive Time | ✅ |
| ✅ | Track Application Usage | ✅ |
| ✅ | Export Data | ✅ |
| ❌ | Keystroke Logging | ✅ |
| ✅ | Monitor Remote Workers | ✅ |
| ✅ | Track & Compare Activity by IP Address | ❌ |
| ✅ | Custom Branding for Reports | ✅ |
| ✅ | Bandwidth Usage Tracking | ✅ |
| ✅ | Keyword Searches Monitoring | ✅ |
| ✅ | Idle Time Tracking | ❌ |
| ✅ | URL Category Tracking | ✅ |
| ✅ | Audit Logons | ❌ |
Employee Monitoring
The CurrentWare Suite includes BrowseReporter, a powerful employee monitoring solution to help ensure that your everyday internet users are avoiding harmful sites and time wasting web content such as social media sites, malicious websites, adult sites, and streaming media.
BrowseReporter’s continuous monitoring and comprehensive reporting engine provides detailed insights on managed computers including employee productivity, misused bandwidth, Windows applications, active/idle time, and web browsing.
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| ✅ | Cloud Storage Web Category | ❌ |
| ❌ | CASB | ✅ |
| ✅ | TCP/UDP Port Filtering | ✅ |
| ❌ | Data Fingerprinting | ✅ |
| ❌ | Custom Content Classification Rules | ✅ |
| ✅ | Block/Allow USB & Removable Storage | ✅ |
| ✅ | Block File Transfers to Removable Devices | ✅ |
| ✅ | USB Activity Reports, Dashboards & Alerts | ✅ |
| ✅ | PC/User DLP Policies | ✅ |
| ✅ | File Tracing for Removable Media Devices | ✅ |
Data Loss Prevention
CurrentWare’s data loss prevention features include the ability to control removable media devices, automatically block cloud storage sites, and send alerts for high-risk web browsing.
Forcepoint’s data loss prevention tools provide excellent visibility and control over network-level data leakage. It can track data transfers over email, the web, and mobile devices to identify when sensitive data such as PII leaves the network.
While Forcepoint’s web filter does not have a dedicated cloud storage category, Forcepoint DLP can analyze files sent to cloud applications such as OneDrive.
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| ✅ | On-Premises | ✅ |
| ✅ Self Hosted Cloud | Cloud Platform | ✅ |
| ✅ | Local Client Install | ✅ |
| ✅ | Remote Client Install | ✅ |
| ✅ | Command-line Deployment | ✅ |
| ✅ | Active Directory Installation | ✅ |
| ✅ | Active Directory Sync | ✅ |
| ✅ | Windows | ✅ |
| ❌ | Linux | ✅ |
| ❌ | MacOS | ✅ |
| ❌ | Mobile Devices | ⚠️ Requires third-party MDM |
| ✅ | Remote Workforce Management | ✅ |
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Setup & Deployment
Thanks to its simple interface and setup process, getting started with CurrentWare is easy—whether or not you’re an experienced system administrator. CurrentWare offers a variety deployment options that suit the installation needs of organizations of all sizes.
Forcepoint’s key advantage is its ability to be deployed at the network level, forcing newly connected devices to adhere to the network’s internet use policies. CurrentWare is an agent-based solution that must be deployed to each endpoint you’d like to manage.
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| 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday | Support Availability | Americas EMEA APAC |
| ✅ | Live Chat Feature | ❌ |
| ✅ | Phone Support | ✅ |
| ✅ | Training Videos | ✅ |
| ✅ | Email Support | ✅ |
| English | Multilingual Support | Americas EMEA APAC |
| ✅ | Knowledge Base | ✅ |
Customer Support
Even the best alternatives to Forcepoint need to have a reliable technical support team to ensure that its customers get the service they need to make the most of their internet management solutions.
CurrentWare’s support team is available by phone, live chat, and email from 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST, Monday to Friday to ensure your business is covered. We also maintain an onboarding guide and a knowledge base full of helpful articles and training videos to ensure critical information is available 24/7.
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CASE STUDY
Web Filtering & Internet Safety In Education
“Exposing students to the digital world comes with a responsibility
to protect them. Students love BrowseControl because it gives them a safe working environment and prevents potential bad actors from interrupting their educational experience."
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"As a 'novice' I was able to set up with help from support in about an hour. Previous software took forever and didn't work as advertised. This software worked right out of the box."
Dr. Gerard B, Office Manager
2-10 Employees
"This software was easy to install and customize to our needs. Category Filtering is such a time saver and of course saving time is saving money!"
Scott S, Senior Systems Engineer
201-500 Employees
"BrowseControl is the best software for internet filtering. We can block specific websites and applications...[being able to] add and remove the restrictions instantly is a great feature. They have a great customer support to solve our queries."
Ajoob S, Engineer
501-1000 Employees
"The software actually does what was advertised and the support is great! We were able to have the software up and running on the same day with no issues or even a call/email to their support."
Ken W, IT Manager
201-500 Employees
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Why Choose CurrentWare Over Forcepoint?
Easy to Use
With CurrentWare’s BrowseControl you can easily block or allow websites in just a few clicks.
Get Exactly What You Need
Why pay for features you’ll never use? Each CurrentWare solution can be purchased individually to best fit your needs.
CurrentWare’s Advantageous Pricing
CurrentWare’s computer monitoring and internet management solutions are a cost-effective way to protect your computers against high-risk web usage.
Education & Nonprofit Discounts
CurrentWare offers educational and nonprofit organizations with 10% off of any of the products in the CurrentWare Suite.
Bundled & À La Carte Solutions
Purchase the full suite for the best value or get the exact solutions you need.
Volume Licensing
Volume-based licensing provides advantageous pricing for organizations that need to manage large quantities of devices.
Prepurchase Discounts
Businesses that pre-purchase multiple year plans enjoy favorable pricing on their licenses.
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Get Advanced Activity Insights
BrowseReporter is a versatile employee monitoring software to track productivity and efficiency.
- Make informed decisions
- Enforce company policies
- Improve productivity
Block Harmful Websites
BrowseControl is an easy-to-use website blocking software for restricting internet access.
- Block URLs & categories
- Block unwanted apps
- Website allow & block lists
Stop Data Theft to USB Devices
AccessPatrol is USB control software to protect sensitive data against theft to portable storage devices.
- Block USB devices
- USB file activity alerts
- Block file transfers
Control PC Power States
enPowerManager is a remote PC power manager for centrally managing power settings across all endpoints.
- Track logon and logoff times
- Log PC power event history
- Remotely shutdown PCs
CurrentWare Features
Internet ON/OFF
One click to completely block
the Internet
URL Filter
Allow or block specific URLs;
customize policies for each group
Category Filtering
Block websites based on
content categories
Internet Scheduler
Set unique restrictions at specific
times of the day
Internet Monitoring
Monitor web browsing,
keyword searches, and more
Computer Activity Reports
15+ different detailed web
activity reports
Track Application Use
See what applications are being
used by employees
Email Reports
Automatically email user activity
reports to designated inboxes
Block USB
Block unauthorized USBs to protect
against data theft
Block External Devices
Easily block DVDs, external drives
& other peripherals
Device Permissions
Set full access, read only or no
access on storage devices
Allowed List
Allow specific storage devices on
your network
Centralized Console
Manage all your users from the
centralized console with Active
Directory import or syncing
Platform Security
Protect your CurrentWare console
with 2FA, passwords, privilege
management, and more
Offsite Management
Extend onsite security policies to any remote computer running outside the corporate network
SQL Server Supported
Database scaled for enterprise and
large business operations using
Microsoft SQL Server
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