WatchGuard M-Series Firewalls

WatchGuard’s mid-range M-series firewalls deliver all the features and high performance that organisations need to protect against encrypted malware and much more..

The WatchGuard M-Series firewall appliances have over the years been evolving- the current Fireboxes are M295, M395, M495, M595, M695 and two top line models, the M4800 and M5800.

These units are affordable yet very powerful and highly capable solutions for both small and medium size businesses providing next-generation firewall features with up to 5x single-tunnel VPN performance. WatchGuard’s M-Series deliver increased processing power required to handle the explosive and ongoing growth in bandwidth, connection speeds, encrypted traffic and video streaming allowing for full stack security with transparent costs and no complexities.

The M-Series firewalls are designed with WatchGuard’s Automation Core with centralised management, allowing your IT team to do more with less, making it possible to deploy from the Cloud, block threats, update signatures, and kill malware with advanced threat detection all without lifting a finger in one place.

The new expandable ports and integration with WatchGuard Cloud enable the Firebox M-Series firewalls to provide all the flexibility and features required to accommodate changing networking and security needs for customers and service providers alike.

So what makes WatchGuard’s Firebox M-Series so special?

FASTER & MORE POWERFUL

Each M-series appliance has a true next-generation firewall rather than a firewall with add-ons and are designed to all work simultaneous without affecting performance. Included is IPS, gateway AntiVirus, advanced malware protection, URL filtering, HTTPS traffic inspection and built in SD-WAN and VPN.

STABLE & RELIABLE

The Firebox is not only fast, but it is able to run smoothly whilst security features are also running, WatchGuard’s M series is designed to have sustainable throughput under full UTM inspection.

EASY TO DEPLOY & MANAGE

WatchGuard’s Unified Security Platform includes the Firebox M series, included with that is endpoint protection, cloud management, identity and authentication services and ZTNA. By being part of this platform, users can access all of these from one place, reducing clutter.

FLEXIBLE & FUTURE PROOF

The ability to add module expansion bays for copper or fiber modules allows for high port density and evolving WAN/LAN needs. Scale bandwidth and connectivity without replacing the appliance, protecting long‑term investment. As standard on the modern fireboxes, multi-gig 10+ Gb, SFP+ interfaces.

“The new series represents more than a hardware refresh; it’s a leap forward in performance and capability.”

“The next-generation Firebox M series delivers significantly faster network speed and when combined with our expanded Unified Security platform and FireCloud integration it becomes the ideal firewall solution for securing and simplifying complex, modern networks.”
– Jay Lindenauer, VP of Network Security at WatchGuard.

A CLOUDS EYE VIEW OF YOUR ENTIRE NETWORK

WatchGuard Cloud provides full visibility into your network so that you can make timely, informed, and effective decisions about your network security anywhere, anytime. The platform displays 100+ dashboards and reports that allow you to quickly see high-level trends and anomalies, then drill down into detailed information on each.

WatchGuard M-Series

Blazing Fast Speeds for Growing Businesses

Firebox M295 and M395

Enterprise-grade security for small
to medium-sized businesses

Powerful performance for the growing network. M295 is ideal for small organisations looking to upgrade from laptop firewalls, designed for 100 users – it is a rack-mounted solution. M395 is mid range, high growth firewall. It has double the throughput of the M295 and can host up to 300 users, for an environment which needs more headroom this option is well equipped to handle busy networks.

Because smaller companies are generally less protected and easier to break into, small business has become the new big target for cyberattacks. The Firebox M295 and M395 firewalls are specifically engineered to defend all types of small or medium businesses against attacks that are no less fierce than those targeting larger organisations.

Up to 20 Gbps firewall throughput. Turn on optional security services and still see up to 3 Gbps throughput.

Multi-core processors provide the power to run all security scanning engines in parallel without causing performance drop-off.

8 Gigabit Ethernet ports support high-speed LAN backbone infrastructures & 2 high-speed fiber ports.

Built in SD-WAN with dynamic path selection and high performance VPN.

Latest generation multi-core processors provide the power to run all security scanning engines in parallel without causing performance bottlenecks.

8 Gigabit Ethernet ports support high-speed LAN backbone infrastructures & gigabit WAN connections.

Up to 20 Gbps firewall throughput. Turn on optional security services and still see up to 3 Gbps throughput.

Built in SD-WAN with dynamic path selection and high performance VPN.

WATCHGUARD FIREBOX M295

WATCHGUARD FIREBOX M395

DOWNLOAD FULL M295 DATASHEET

DOWNLOAD FULL M395 DATASHEET

Firebox M495, M595 and M695

Keep Pace with Growth in Encrypted Traffic

Supports growing midsize businesses up to demanding enterprise environments. Ideal for up to 1,200 users. Firebox M495 and M595 firewalls are specifically engineered for midsize and distributed enterprises that rely on performance and scalability make it a long-term choice for distributed networks.

With high operating speeds and secure connection the M495 and M595 have all the power they need to run their security scanning engines in parallel, without causing a bottleneck in performance.

The Firebox M695 is the most powerful firewall in WatchGuard’s 1U range, with a strong 10.2Gbps throughput and support for up to 2000 users, it’s built for organisations that can’t compromise on speed or security. The M695 is designed to provide top notch security and performance in demanding environments.

Outstanding performance with up to 45 Gbps firewall throughput and 10.2 Gbps throughput with full Total Security Services running.

Models include connectivity and ZTNA via Watchguards Total Access solution helping protect remote users straight away.

Expansion bays or modular port options to increase port density allows flexibility for users to tailor their network to their needs.

Up to 12 x 2.5Gb RJ45, 2 x 10 Gb RJ45 4 x 1Gb SFP, 4 x 1Gb SFP+

High availability ensures maximum uptime. Buy two M590 or M690 for an active/passive high availability pair and receive 50% off the cost of the second device.

Outstanding performance with up to 29.7 Gbps firewall throughput and 4.6 Gbps throughput with full Total Security Services running.

Take advantage of innovative features like simplified VPN creation in WatchGuard Cloud to make fast work of extending your network.

Optional 4 x 1 Gb copper, 4 x 1 SFP, 2 x 1 SFP+, or 4 port multispeed POE+ ports

WATCHGUARD FIREBOX M595

WATCHGUARD FIREBOX M695

DOWNLOAD FULL M495 DATASHEET

DOWNLOAD FULL M595 DATASHEET

DOWNLOAD FULL M695 DATASHEET

Firebox M4800 and M5800

Top of the Line Performance & Security

Top of the line, with modular port options that allow businesses to create their ideal M4800 or M5800 deployment, and dual-redundant power supplies for the highest performance and uptime. These appliances are ideal for the central headquarters location of a large, distributed enterprise organisation, offering optimal flexibility to evolve the appliance over time.

With firewall throughput of up to 87 Gbps and UTM throughput of up to 11.3 Gbps, the Firebox M4800 and M5800 are WatchGuard’s fastest Firebox appliances ever. This level of performance, paired with powerful security, flexible high port density, redundant power supplies, and affordability makes these the ideal solutions for distributed, hub-and-spoke type deployment scenarios.

These top of the range firewalls are typically deployed at corporate headquarters serving as the “hub appliance”, responsible for managing and securing all communications between head office and all remote employee and small business sites.

WatchGuard Cloud, which is included at no additional cost, provides a suite of big data visibility and reporting tools that instantly identify and distil key network security threats, issues and trends, accelerating the ability to set meaningful security policies across the entire network.

WatchGuard Firebox m4800 m5800 firewall distributor

Up to 87 Gbps firewall throughput. Turn on all security scanning engines and still see an amazing 11.3 Gbps throughput.

All logging and reporting functions included with purchase, with over 100 dashboards and reports including PCI and HIPAA.

Customise your port configuration to meet current needs, knowing you have the flexibility to adapt as the network evolves.

Redundant hot-swap power supplies ensure maximum availability.

Up to 87 Gbps firewall throughput. Turn on all security scanning engines and still see an amazing 11.3 Gbps throughput.

All logging and reporting functions included with purchase, with over 100 dashboards and reports including PCI and HIPAA.

Customise your port configuration to meet current needs, knowing you have the flexibility to adapt as the network evolves.

Redundant hot-swap power supplies ensure maximum availability.

DOWNLOAD FULL M4800/M5800 DATASHEET

Firebox M-Series Firewalls – Quick Comparison Table

*WatchGuard’s M-Series Firewalls are designed with a vast array of powerful features common throughout the range – the table below just highlights some of the key differences between each model for easy comparison – all models feature SD-WAN dynamic path selection and unrestricted VLAN with the exception of the modular M4800 which is restricted to 1000. Please view the downloadable datasheets above for full detailed specifications of each model.

Firewall Comparison	Firebox M295	Firebox M395	Firebox M495	Firebox M595	Firebox M695	Firebox M4800	Firebox M5800
Ideal for	100 users	250 Users	500 Users	850 Users	1250 Users	2500 Users	7500 Users
Performance
UTM (Full Scan)	1.85 Gbps	3 Gbps	6.3 Gbps	7.2 Gbps	10.2 Gbps	6.8 Gbps	11.3 Gbps
Firewall (UDP 1518)	7.9 Gbps	20 Gbps	37 Gbps	43 Gbps	45 Gbps	49.6 Gbps	87 Gbps
VPN (UDP 1518)	5.8 Gbps	8.1 Gbps	10 Gbps	11.5 Gbps	13 Gbps	16.4 Gbps	18.8 Gbps
VPN (IMIX)	1.8 Gbps	2.55 Gbps	3 Gbps	3.5 Gbps	4 Gbps	4.8 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
AntiVirus	3 Gbps	5.9 Gbps	6.3 Gbps	7.6 Gbps	11.5 Gbps	12.5 Gbps	22 Gbps
IPS (Full Scan)	2.41 Gbps	4.5 Gbps	7.4 Gbps	9.4 Gbps	10.8 Gbps	8.1 Gbps	12.5 Gbps
HTTPS (Full Scan)	1.12 Gbps	1.9 Gbps	3.5 Gbps	4.8 Gbps	5.2 Gbps	4.2 Gbps	4.9 Gbps
VPN Tunnels
Branch Office VPN Tunnels	100	350	800	1200	2000	5000	unlimited
Mobile VPN	100	350	800	1200	2000	10,000	unlimited
Hardware
Network Interfaces & Modules	4x2.5Gb, 4x1Gb, 2xSFP+	2.5Gbps RJ45 x12, 1Gbps SFP x2, 10Gbps SFP+ x2	2.5Gbps RJ45 x12, 10Gbps RJ45 x2, 1Gbps SFP x2, 10Gbps SFP+ x2	2.5Gbps RJ45 x12, 10Gbps RJ45 x2, 1Gbps SFP x2, 10Gbps SFP+ x4	2.5Gbps RJ45 x12, 10Gbps RJ45 x2, 1Gbps SFP x4, 10Gbps SFP+ x4	8x1Gb (included); Optional 8x1Gb, 8x1Gb fiber, 4x10Gb fiber, 2x40Gb fiber	8x1Gb, 4x10Gb fiber (included); Optional 8x1Gb, 8x1Gb fiber, 4x10Gb fiber, 2x40Gb fiber
Networking Features
VLAN	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited	1000	unlimited
SD-WAN Dynamic Path Selection	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

Firewall Comparison	Firebox M295	Firebox M395	Firebox M495	Firebox M595	Firebox M695
Ideal for	100 users	250 Users	500 Users	850 Users	1250 Users
Performance
UTM (Full Scan)	1.85 Gbps	3 Gbps	6.3 Gbps	7.2 Gbps	10.2 Gbps
Firewall (UDP 1518)	7.9 Gbps	20 Gbps	37 Gbps	43 Gbps	45 Gbps
VPN (UDP 1518)	5.8 Gbps	8.1 Gbps	10 Gbps	11.5 Gbps	13 Gbps
VPN (IMIX)	1.8 Gbps	2.55 Gbps	3 Gbps	3.5 Gbps	4 Gbps
AntiVirus	3 Gbps	5.9 Gbps	6.3 Gbps	7.6 Gbps	11.5 Gbps
IPS (Full Scan)	2.41 Gbps	4.5 Gbps	7.4 Gbps	9.4 Gbps	10.8 Gbps
HTTPS (Full Scan)	1.12 Gbps	1.9 Gbps	3.5 Gbps	4.8 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
VPN Tunnels
Branch Office VPN Tunnels	100	350	800	1200	2000
Mobile VPN	100	350	800	1200	2000
Hardware
Network Interfaces & Modules	4x2.5Gb, 4x1Gb, 2xSFP+	12x2.5Gbps RJ45, 2x1Gbps SFP, 2x10Gbps SFP+	12x2.5Gbps RJ45, 2x10Gbps RJ45, 2x1Gbps SFP, 2x10Gbps SFP+	12x2.5Gbps RJ45, 2x10Gbps RJ45, 2x1Gbps SFP, 4x10Gbps SFP+	12x2.5Gbps RJ45, 2x10Gbps RJ45, 4x1Gbps SFP, 4x10Gbps SFP+
Networking Features
VLAN	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited	unlimited
SD-WAN Dynamic Path Selection	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

Firewall Comparison	Firebox M4800	Firebox M5800
Ideal for	2500 Users	7500 Users
Performance
UTM (Full Scan)	6.8 Gbps	11.3 Gbps
Firewall (UDP 1518)	49.6 Gbps	87 Gbps
VPN (UDP 1518)	16.4 Gbps	18.8 Gbps
VPN (IMIX)	4.8 Gbps	5.2 Gbps
AntiVirus	12.5 Gbps	22 Gbps
IPS (Full Scan)	8.1 Gbps	12.5 Gbps
HTTPS (Full Scan)	4.2 Gbps	4.9 Gbps
VPN Tunnels
Branch Office VPN Tunnels	5000	unlimited
Mobile VPN	10,000	unlimited
Hardware
Network Interfaces & Modules	8x1Gb (included); Optional 8x1Gb, 8x1Gb fiber, 4x10Gb fiber, 2x40Gb fiber	8x1Gb, 4x10Gb fiber (included); Optional 8x1Gb, 8x1Gb fiber, 4x10Gb fiber, 2x40Gb fiber
Networking Features
VLAN	1000	unlimited
SD-WAN Dynamic Path Selection	Yes	Yes