FortiClient vs. Ivanti Connect Secure

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
FortiClient
Score 8.2 out of 10
N/A
Fortinet offers FortiClient, their endpoint security system emphasizing automated advanced threat protection, security fabric integration, secure remote access, endpoint quarantine, and a comprehensive reporting dashboard.N/A
Ivanti Connect Secure
Score 7.7 out of 10
N/A
Ivanti Connect Secure provides an SSL VPN solution for remote and mobile users from any web-enabled device to corporate resources - anytime, anywhere. Connect Secure (ICS) is a widely-deployed SSL VPN for organizations of any size, across every major industry.N/A
Pricing
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeRequired
Additional DetailsSpecific pricing details for FortiClient services vary depending on the number of endpoints, the duration of the subscription, and the specific features included.
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Community Pulse
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Considered Both Products
FortiClient
Chose FortiClient
We chose FortiClient because it is one of the popular and trustworthy VPN solutions. It provides stronger security validation and solid web control than Ivanti Secure Connect. it also provides advanced threat protection.
Chose FortiClient
My current organization is using FortiClient and they decided to use it since longer period. The main advantages is we are using it for connect RDP and and access private URL. But main reason is one time configuration is help us to connect it any time from anywhere. It's …
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient has a physical desktop client that is not loaded through the browser. This makes life a lot easier because your VPN connection is always sitting right where you need it, and not behind a certain IP address that changes from time to time. FortiClient's interface and …
Ivanti Connect Secure

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Features
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Endpoint Security
Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Product A and Product B
FortiClient
8.9
28 Ratings
5% above category average
Ivanti Connect Secure
-
Ratings
Anti-Exploit Technology8.825 Ratings00 Ratings
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)8.821 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized Management9.426 Ratings00 Ratings
Hybrid Deployment Support8.822 Ratings00 Ratings
Infection Remediation8.921 Ratings00 Ratings
Vulnerability Management8.722 Ratings00 Ratings
Malware Detection9.224 Ratings00 Ratings
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FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
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Score 9.4 out of 10
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Score 7.0 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
BlackBerry Protect (CylancePROTECT)
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Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
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Score 9.3 out of 10
Enterprises
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
Score 9.9 out of 10
Quantum Firewalls and Security Gateways
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Score 9.3 out of 10
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User Ratings
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Likelihood to Recommend
8.7
(36 ratings)
7.6
(3 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
9.2
(13 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
9.1
(11 ratings)
7.6
(2 ratings)
User Testimonials
FortiClientIvanti Connect Secure
Likelihood to Recommend
Fortinet
Overall, my experience with the client is good, and because of its performance and lightweight, I recommend this software to my colleagues. Before this, I also used other apps for the same purpose, but my search ended when I came to Forticlient.
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Ivanti
Pulse SDP is well suited in an environment where the majority of employees are working remotely or have extensive business travel. In today's environment where cybersecurity is of the utmost importance for all organizations, Pulse SDP provides a solid level of security for those remote employees or those traveling.
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Pros
Fortinet
  • Virtually a one-click action connection to my work network while remote. I just enter my network username & Password, click connect, and I can access all the fileshares as if I were on-site.
  • Speed - I have used other virtual network clients in the past, and the speed while working remote with one of them (even on a high speed connection) was easily 10x slower than if I were physically on the network. FortiClient is different, where the speed degradation is on the magnitude of only 2-3x slower - A significant and noticeable difference compared to other clients on the market.
  • On MacOS, FortiClient has a little toolbar icon that gives me a status, as well as actions to quickly connect or disconnect from my work network. It is a small thing, but a super handy feature!
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Ivanti
  • Reliable links.
  • Efficient connection timeouts.
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Cons
Fortinet
  • font way too small on login, unable to select an option, for example, to see each letter of password as typed promotes errors at login
  • login errors and failure rate extremely high as [reported] by all our physicians and other providers: not infrequently one will have to return to office after hours in order to complete charts or access charts to answer patient after hours questions
  • frequent disconnects in spite of excellent internet signal
  • unacceptable interruptions in patient care
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Ivanti
  • The central management tool is not mature.
  • The option to connect before logging in using Network Connect is EOL, and the alternative is not good enough currently (requires machine authentication).
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Likelihood to Renew
Fortinet
Because the software is very simple and easy to use, very efficient, and has a stable connection that allows the user to perform tasks without problems. Also, this software does not need to be configured by IT technicians, since it comes with a very developed and understandable set up guide.
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Ivanti
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Usability
Fortinet
We have used Forticlient for a number of years now and have found only minor faults with the application. The fact that our end users request little to no training to be able to utilize our VPN says a lot compared to the product we previously used to use for similar tasks. The Forticlient shield is a quick way to 'demonstrate confidence in security' at a glance among our end users - if you see the shield, you are protected. The only downside we've experienced is a few false positive AV detections, but this is more linked to Fortiguard labs/signatures.
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Ivanti
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Support Rating
Fortinet
FortiClient is a security suite with which we can keep our equipment well-protected. And it is that in a system like Windows, which is always the target of all kinds of attacks, it is not enough to have a simple antivirus.
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Ivanti
At Adecco, first and foremost, we have Pulse SDP easy to use for our employees. This is a critical factor for us because employees are spending much less time calling into support than engaged in high payoff activities. However, when I have called in for support, Pulse SDP has been responsive and effective.
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Alternatives Considered
Fortinet
Overally, FortiClient has less vulnerabilities than the two other products. The price is comparable to Citrix Gateway, but significantly less than Cisco AnyConnect. Much of the benefits of the FortiClient come with its ability to integrate with other Fortinet solutions. Without that, it is interchangeable with almost any other client.
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Ivanti
The F5 product was more complicated to manage and requires more time to get used to. Juniper VPN is simpler. F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager may be better if you need other side solutions like load balancing and GSLB. So, it really depends on your requirements.
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Return on Investment
Fortinet
  • Security is essential so we gain trust from clients!
  • Data has private so we don't need to worry about additional security.
  • More than 95% client needed more security which is fulfil by FortiClient.
  • Don't need to use additional securities like SSL certificate or SSH.
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Ivanti
  • Potential to implement tight controls on third party risk.
  • Reliable remote access.
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ScreenShots

Ivanti Connect Secure Screenshots

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