Head-to-head · Secure Access Service Edge Software
Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service vs Broadcom Symantec SASE
Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service leads on 0 checks, Broadcom Symantec SASE on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAryaka Unified SASE as a Service · 8.4/10
Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service scores higher on our rubric for secure access service edge software: 8.4 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #8 and #9.
Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service is the better fit for organizations wanting managed unified SASE. Broadcom Symantec SASE is the better fit for enterprises needing mature security controls.
- Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service fits best
Organizations wanting managed unified SASE
- Broadcom Symantec SASE fits best
Enterprises needing mature security controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service 8.4/10 Visit ↗ | Broadcom Symantec SASE 8.3/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.4 | 8.3 |
| Ranking | #8 in Secure Access Service Edge Software | #9 in Secure Access Service Edge Software |
| Best for | Organizations wanting managed unified SASE | Enterprises needing mature security controls |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 | Docs, Community |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS | ISO 27001 |
| Built for | Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service 4/4 · Broadcom Symantec SASE 4/4 | ||
| Branch connectivity | ✓ | ✓ |
| Secure web gateway | ✓ | ✓ |
| CASB | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data loss prevention | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Delivery model | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Endpoint platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, ChromeOS |
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| Our verdict | Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service brings networking and security into one cloud-delivered service for distributed enterprises. It combines SD-WAN, global private network connectivity, firewall, secure web gateway, intrusion prevention,… Read the review → |
Broadcom Symantec SASE is a hybrid enterprise security platform for organizations protecting web traffic, private applications, branch locations, remote users, and mobile endpoints. Its coverage includes a cloud secure web gateway with… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service — where it wins
- Combines SD-WAN, private networking, security, and observability
- Supports VPN, ZTNA, CASB, DLP, IPS, and secure web access
- Offers self-managed, co-managed, and Aryaka-managed delivery
Where it doesn't
- Public pricing is not provided; purchasing requires contact with sales
- CASB and DLP are positioned in the Advanced Security tier
- Its broad stack may exceed the needs of narrow access deployments
Broadcom Symantec SASE — where it wins
- Combines SWG, CASB, firewall, ZTNA, isolation, and malware analysis
- Supports cloud, self-hosted, branch, VPN/IPsec, and SD-WAN connectivity
- Integrates with Symantec DLP Cloud and major business applications
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contact with sales rather than a published self-service plan
- Advanced CASB and DLP capabilities may depend on licensed Symantec components
- The broad feature set may exceed the needs of organizations seeking a narrow tool
- Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service8.4/10 · Pricing on request
A managed SASE stack that unifies private connectivity, security controls, and analytics.
Visit AryakaFull verdict → - Broadcom Symantec SASE8.3/10 · Pricing on request
A broad SASE platform for enterprises that need layered access and network security.
Visit BroadcomFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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