Why Companies Pick Forcepoint vs. Zscaler
Learn why leading enterprises worldwide partner with Forcepoint to secure data everywhere.
How we compare
Inline DLP + Threat Protection
Robust DLP Capabilities
Superior Data Protection for CASB apps anywhere
Zscaler
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Expert Analysis of Forcepoint’s DLP Software
Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide DLP 2025 Vendor Assessment
Strong Performer in the Forrester Wave™: Data Security Platforms, Q1 2025
4.4 Stars in Gartner Peer Insights for DLP
Forcepoint vs. Zscaler Comparison
Integrated DLP Capability
Zscaler
Includes fewer than 40 pre-defined data classifiers and offers no BYOD protection
Forcepoint includes 1,700+ pre-defined data classifiers and policy templates out of the box
Fast, single policy data security for CASB channels
Zscaler
All web traffic forced through local infrastructure, even apps excluded from SSL inspection
Forcepoint endpoint SWG decrypts locally on the endpoint or forwards traffic directly from the endpoint
Expansive App Coverage
Zscaler
Limited to ~50K SaaS apps and IaaS services
Indexes roughly 800,000 SaaS apps by default
Up/Downstream Reverse Proxy Threat, Data Security
Zscaler
Limited support for web applications in reverse proxy mode
Full support for ANY web application in reverse proxy mode
Forcepoint Delivers Compliance and Data Security
Cut Cost and Increase Productivity
Enable users to authenticate and securely work from anywhere on any device at any time while safeguarding valuable corporate data.
Reduce Risk and Streamline Compliance
Prevent breaches and enforce compliance anywhere users interact with data with 1,800+ out-of-the-box policies and classifiers.