Sophos
Sophos XGS 136 Next-Gen Firewall with Xstream Protection, 3-Year
The Sophos XGS 136 is a powerful next-generation firewall designed for robust network security. This appliance offers exceptional performance, delivering network speeds up to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. It features 12 total ports, including 10 GE, dual 2.5GE ports with 30W PoE, and SFP ports for flexible connectivity. Bundled with a 3-year hardware support package, it provides essential security features like IPS and VPN, making it an ideal solution for securing and expanding modern network infrastructures.
$4151.98
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
53
/ 476
#53 in Network Security & Firewall Devices
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
/ Rack-mountable
Who it's for
- High-Speed Xstream Architecture
- Comprehensive Security Suite
- Centralized Cloud Management
Who should skip it
- High Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Steep Learning Curve for Advanced Features
- Throughput Limitations with Full Features
Key Specs
Form Factor
Rack-mountable
Total Ethernet Ports
12
Interface Types
10 GE, 2.5GE with PoE (30W each), SFP
Dimensions
8.39 × 12.60 × 1.73 in
Weight
8.4 lbs (3.81 kg)
Warranty Duration
36 months
Ethernet Speeds Supported
10 Gigabit Ethernet, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Security Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Virtual Private Network (VPN), Application Control, Anti-Virus Gateway
Features
- Up to 10x faster connectivity speeds
- Integrated 30W PoE on dual 2.5GE ports
- High-performance firewall appliance
- 10 GE connectivity for high throughput
- 12 total physical ports for flexibility
- Supports IPS and VPN security
- Includes 3-year hardware support
What customers say
Customers highly value the Sophos XGS 136 for its robust security and exceptional performance, noting minimal latency even with deep inspection enabled. A major positive theme is the centralized management via Sophos Central, which significantly simplifies ongoing administration and policy enforcement across devices. While the initial setup presents a learning curve due to its feature depth, users ultimately see the comprehensive protection and reliable hardware quality as justifying the investment. The overall perception is that this firewall delivers enterprise-grade effectiveness perfectly scaled for mid-sized environments, offering strong long-term value through its integrated protection bundle.
Still have a question?
Ask Hayley anything about this product before you decide.