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Head-to-head · Internet Filtering Software

Check Point URL Filtering vs AdGuard

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Check Point URL Filtering #6 in Internet Filtering Software 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Check Point
AdGuard #8 in Internet Filtering Software 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit AdGuard

Check Point URL Filtering leads on 0 checks, AdGuard on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCheck Point URL Filtering · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly AdGuard
  • Free trialonly AdGuard
  • Most featuresCheck Point URL Filtering · 2 of 3

Check Point URL Filtering scores higher on our rubric for internet filtering software: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.

Check Point URL Filtering is the better fit for check Point security environments. AdGuard is the better fit for ad and tracker blocking on personal devices.

  • Check Point URL Filtering fits best

    Check Point security environments

  • AdGuard fits best

    Ad and tracker blocking on personal devices

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Side by side

Feature Check Point URL Filtering 8.7/10 Visit ↗ AdGuard 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #6 in Internet Filtering Software #8 in Internet Filtering Software
Best for Check Point security environments Ad and tracker blocking on personal devices
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Pricing on request —
Free plan Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Web Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Docs Email, Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Check Point URL Filtering 2/3 · AdGuard 0/3
Custom blocklists ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Safe search controls ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Filtering schedules Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Device limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Activity reports Advanced Not checked yet
Platform support Check Point Security Gateway; HTTPS/HTTP web traffic; browser-based Harmony Browse variant supports Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Chrome, Firefox, Edge Chromium, Safari 14+, and Brave Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Granular policies by category, user, group, machine, or URL
  • SSL/TLS inspection, SafeSearch, and custom allowlists or blocklists
  • SmartEvent logging plus UserCheck policy education
  • Blocks ads, trackers, spyware, pop-ups, and phishing sites
  • Works across Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux, and browsers
  • Adds custom rules, DNS protection, logs, parental controls, and SafeSearch
Cons
  • Primarily suited to organizations using Check Point Security Gateway
  • Pricing requires contact with Check Point or a partner
  • Advanced controls depend on the Check Point security ecosystem
  • Personal licenses cover up to 3 devices
  • Family licenses cover up to 9 devices
  • Its focus is narrower for internet-filtering administration
Our verdict

Check Point URL Filtering is a web access control product for organizations that need to restrict malicious, inappropriate, or non-work-related websites. It is designed primarily for teams operating Check Point Security Gateways, with…

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AdGuard is an ad-blocking and privacy-protection product family for individuals using browsers, computers, and mobile devices. It blocks advertisements in browsers and apps, along with trackers, spyware, adware, pop-ups, banners, video…

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  1. Check Point URL FilteringInternet Filtering Software 8.7Pricing on request
  2. AdGuardInternet Filtering Software 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Check Point URL Filtering — where it wins

    • Granular policies by category, user, group, machine, or URL
    • SSL/TLS inspection, SafeSearch, and custom allowlists or blocklists
    • SmartEvent logging plus UserCheck policy education

    Where it doesn't

    • Primarily suited to organizations using Check Point Security Gateway
    • Pricing requires contact with Check Point or a partner
    • Advanced controls depend on the Check Point security ecosystem

  • AdGuard — where it wins

    • Blocks ads, trackers, spyware, pop-ups, and phishing sites
    • Works across Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux, and browsers
    • Adds custom rules, DNS protection, logs, parental controls, and SafeSearch

    Where it doesn't

    • Personal licenses cover up to 3 devices
    • Family licenses cover up to 9 devices
    • Its focus is narrower for internet-filtering administration
  • Check Point URL Filtering8.7/10 · Pricing on request

    A policy-rich web filter for organizations built around Check Point gateways.

    Visit Check PointFull verdict →
  • AdGuard8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad personal ad blocker with desktop, mobile, DNS, and privacy controls.

    Visit AdGuardFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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