UTM 9** VS Copernicus

Question

Hi. 
 I'm about renewing my license soon. Normal, I do it for three year - Which is a lot of money, and I have some decisions to make. 
 My questions: 
 
 Does Copernicus going to be the next FW release and totally replace the current FW as we know it. 
 If yes - when. 
 . Sophose making a big buzz around the "Heart beat". Can I use Copernicus as FW only (I don't want to install anything extra on my work stations). 
 Normally, I buy Full guard license. Will it cover everything in Copernicus?

Scott_Klassen · Accepted Answer

1) Yes 2) Several years for the complete switch over 3) Yes 4) Yes, it should. 
 
 Stick with UTM9 for now. Copernicus is missing quite a few features that are in UTM. These will be ported over for V2 of Copernicus. When the time comes and you are ready, your existing UTM license will be able to be converted over to Copernicus. 
 Install the trial of Copernicus to play with in a VM and see what you think. Sophos is very proud of it. Many beta testers were quite vocal about their dissatisfaction. Very subjective, so play with it to make an informed decision on your own, based on your needs.

vilic · Answer

The real question is -> how much effort will be involved in developing new functionalities? It could easily happen that upgrade from UTM9 to XG feature would be the only functional improvement (plus ongoing bugfixes) in version 9.4, announced to Q1 2016. Last official published roadmap:

Goldy · Answer

Hi. 
 After some digging, found those two links, to clear a bit the fog about 9* and Copernicus. 
 Not sure if it's good or bad, but see where the wind blows... 
 https://blogs.sophos.com/2015/11/09/sophos-utm-9-is-still-alive-and-kicking/ 
 https://blogs.sophos.com/2015/11/09/xg-firewall-faq/