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Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS) vs Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS)
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
8th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
68
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Trend Micro TippingPoint Th...
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
9th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
19
Ranking in other categories
Cloud and Data Center Security (16th), Threat Intelligence Platforms (24th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of May 2025, in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) category, the mindshare of Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS) is 4.4%, down from 4.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System is 7.0%, down from 7.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
 

Featured Reviews

Yosevan Sinaga Sinaga - PeerSpot reviewer
Effectively identifies malicious behavior while future automation and AI advancements hold potential
Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS) ( /products/cisco-secure-ips-ngips-reviews ) is quite powerful for threat detection and includes botnet detection. It effectively blocks unwanted software, hashes, and suspicious behaviors. The tool is easy to integrate with other IT security solutions due to similar protocols. The system offers effective threat detection features, although automation capabilities are not yet fully utilized.
Subhendu Dhar - PeerSpot reviewer
Operates in-line in the network, blocking malicious and unwanted traffic
A standout feature of TippingPoint is its strong integration with various solutions. It stands out as one of the leading network Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) in the current market and is known for its seamless integration with other solutions. For instance, when it identifies a potential threat within the traffic stream, it meticulously analyzes the data. Even in multilayer security scenarios, Tipping Point's network IPS can serve as a bypass for the basic firewall. If a threat is identified by Tipping Point, it promptly shares this information with the other systems. This ensures that they're updated and can employ the necessary solutions from their signature databases. The entire network gets safeguarded automatically. This integration extends to components like security and FX. This linkage streamlines our operations, offering a consolidated point of control for managing threats effectively.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"It has helped to improve our cybersecurity and our network security posture."
"Technical support is quite good. With firewalls, the last cases I had with Cisco were professionally handled quite quickly and it was great."
"It is more or less stable. Sometimes I have some issues normally when we need to upgrade it to newer versions. I think it does the job."
"We are satisfied with the technical support."
"I am satisfied with Cisco's technical support, but I would rate it six out of ten."
"Cisco Secure IPS (NGIPS) is quite powerful for threat detection and includes botnet detection."
"The features that I find most valuable are the DDoS protection, IPS/IDS, and Firepower for web application filtering."
"The cost is the most valuable feature."
"The solution's IDS functionality filters the traffic and blocks malware by blocking the connections."
"The IPS signatures and the IPS database that are given are much better than what is commonly available."
"The monitoring is the most valuable feature."
"A standout feature of TippingPoint is its strong integration with various solutions. It stands out as one of the leading network Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) in the current market and is known for its seamless integration with other solutions. For instance, when it identifies a potential threat within the traffic stream, it meticulously analyzes the data. Even in multilayer security scenarios, Tipping Point's network IPS can serve as a bypass for the basic firewall. If a threat is identified by Tipping Point, it promptly shares this information with the other systems. This ensures that they're updated and can employ the necessary solutions from their signature databases. The entire network gets safeguarded automatically. This integration extends to components like security and FX. This linkage streamlines our operations, offering a consolidated point of control for managing threats effectively."
"I would rate TTPS's stability eight out of ten."
"It integrates easily."
"For intrusion detection and mitigation, it has helped us in sort of known signatures and all sorts of things. So, we're very happy with the engine. That's the work."
"What I found most valuable in Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System is its accuracy. It's the best IPS solution in the market."
 

Cons

"It is no longer scalable because it has gone end of life."
"I think that some initiation scripts might be helpful because they would make the configuration easier and more user-friendly for customers."
"The solution should contain the sandbox features which we find in Check Point."
"We have a separate management controller for Cisco NGIPS. If they have not done it already they should integrate Cisco NGIPS with the Cloud Portal."
"Better integration with other products, such as a SIEM tool, would provide better peer visibility about your security posture."
"Cisco NGIPS should work on its shortcomings related to the issues that stem from bugs and performance."
"The GUI user interface could be improved and the login is not very user friendly."
"The aspect of private party integration solutions could be improved."
"There is room for improvement in customer service and support."
"It integrates well but it takes time."
"TTPS is a bit behind in visuals, the UI, and some data elements."
"I would like to see this solution more lightweight and easier to install."
"The firewall rules are limited."
"Price is a significant factor that requires attention to enhance the popularity of Tipping Point among mid-sized data centres. Currently, Tipping Point is primarily adopted by sizable data centres, and smaller defenders might find it financially challenging to acquire. Recognizing this, efforts are underway to potentially introduce diverse models with varying capacities. This adjustment aims to ensure that a broader range of data sizes can benefit from the solution. Also, the continuous evolution of Tipping Point is evident in its features, particularly the personalized dashboard and related aspects."
"An area for improvement in Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System is the complexity of its interface."
"I find Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System a bit clunky, and updating it can be a pain in the neck because you need to do it from time to time, so this is what needs to be improved in it. I would also rather have an all-in-one system that does intrusion detection, protection, web filtering, and also serves as a firewall, and my company is moving to an all-in-one solution, but I'm unsure of how soon that's going to be. Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System also doesn't have enough bandwidth to handle the required traffic within my company, so it's going to be replaced."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The licensing can be billed annually or in multi-year contracts such as three, four, or five years."
"NGIPS is expensive."
"Licenses for this product are available for either one, or three year terms."
"We buy the licensing on a yearly basis, when we renew our contract. It is around $14,000."
"The solution is pricey, but worth it."
"It could be less expensive."
"There is a license required to use Cisco NGIPS and it can be a one or three-year license."
"In our company, we know that the price of Cisco products is high, especially for its switches, routers and IOS. The price of Cisco products may be twice its original price if you plan to extend some of its features."
"It is an expensive solution and I would rate it three out of ten."
"TippingPoint is not as expensive as Palo Alto but it's not as cheap as Fortigate."
"The price is in a market-suitable price range. So it's not expensive, but it's also not cheap either. The price is a strong point."
"TTPS is reasonably priced."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten."
"Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System is an expensive product."
"It's an expensive product."
"We pay for Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System yearly. The cost increases if you add more users."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
University
13%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
12%
Manufacturing Company
10%
University
9%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Cisco NGIPS?
The product's initial setup phase was easy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco NGIPS?
Cisco is one of the top brands known for cost-effectiveness, making it worth the money. It's cheaper to integrate with existing IT security solutions compared to other expensive brands with subscri...
What needs improvement with Cisco NGIPS?
In the future, I hope to see automation features like automatic blocking and rule creation. Additionally, incorporating AI capabilities would enhance its functionality.
What do you like most about Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System?
The solution's IDS functionality filters the traffic and blocks malware by blocking the connections.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System?
On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a seven out of ten.
What needs improvement with Trend Micro TippingPoint Threat Protection System?
The way we can build the filters could be improved. The solution should provide the possibility to mix traffic parameters with traffic's geographical source to have improved functionality able to d...
 

Also Known As

Sourcefire NGIPS, Firepower NGIPS
TippingPoint Digital Vaccine, TippingPoint DV, Trend Micro Digital Vaccine, Trend Micro DV, Trend Micro TippingPoint NGIPS
 

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Sample Customers

American Electric Power, Huntington Bank, Keycorp, Nationwide, Transunion, Marriott, Inova Health, Ford, Thomson Reuters, Dow Chemical, Equifax, Chevron, Walmart, Coca Cola
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