FortiClient vs. Microsoft Windows

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
FortiClient
Score 8.5 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
Microsoft Windows
Score 8.2 out of 10
N/A
Windows is an operating system with editions to support business workstations.N/A
Pricing
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
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
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Considered Both Products
FortiClient
Chose FortiClient
Mikrotik VPN operates on open standard solutions like OpenVPN, newer WireGuard, and older much less secure: PPTP and L2TP. FortiClient is available as an app on all platforms (IOS, Android, Windows) and there is no problem with migration and installation.
Microsoft Windows

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Features
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Endpoint Security
Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Product A and Product B
FortiClient
9.0
28 Ratings
6% above category average
Microsoft Windows
-
Ratings
Anti-Exploit Technology8.825 Ratings00 Ratings
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)8.921 Ratings00 Ratings
Centralized Management9.426 Ratings00 Ratings
Hybrid Deployment Support8.922 Ratings00 Ratings
Infection Remediation8.921 Ratings00 Ratings
Vulnerability Management8.722 Ratings00 Ratings
Malware Detection9.224 Ratings00 Ratings
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FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Small Businesses
ThreatLocker
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Score 9.3 out of 10
Ubuntu
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Score 8.5 out of 10
Medium-sized Companies
BlackBerry Protect (CylancePROTECT)
BlackBerry Protect (CylancePROTECT)
Score 9.1 out of 10
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Score 9.0 out of 10
Enterprises
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management
Score 10.0 out of 10
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Score 9.0 out of 10
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User Ratings
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
Likelihood to Recommend
8.8
(36 ratings)
9.1
(10 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
9.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Usability
9.2
(13 ratings)
8.3
(7 ratings)
Support Rating
9.1
(11 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
Implementation Rating
-
(0 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
FortiClientMicrosoft Windows
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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Microsoft
I think for every business in the world Microsoft Windows is a good use as standard OS system. It’s easy to use and a lot of other company's use it which make it very appealing for user to learn more about Microsoft Windows. The Office 365 suite is really good as a free feature and used a lot by every user of Microsoft Windows. If you got a designer business I would recommend other brands that are specialized in that kind of work. I feel Windows will come short on that end.
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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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Microsoft
  • It is very easy to use, can be picked up by a novice in minutes.
  • It is aesthetically pleasing, and appears clean and modern.
  • Most programs that people use in their day to day run on windows natively.
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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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Microsoft
  • Forced updates occasionally have bad timing when ignored for too long
  • Microsoft Edge Web Browser is a bit clunky
  • The 3D desktop still needs some improvement
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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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Microsoft
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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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Microsoft
It's easy to use, very straightforward, and user-friendly. It has improved over the years, but you still need to be careful not to shut it down improperly because that may lead to corruption and Windows being unable to boot. There is plenty of software available that covers most needs.
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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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Microsoft
support remains spotty, researching online articles are a pain
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Implementation Rating
Fortinet
No answers on this topic
Microsoft
MDT helped deploy OS to users machines via PXE boot.
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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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Microsoft
Microsoft Windows and macOS are both useful operating systems. There are businesses who much prefer macOS and some that prefer Windows. Businesses that revolve around industries such as game design, art design, graphic design may opt to use macOS due to its optimization with programs that revolve around these topics. Other businesses that are more focused towards Data or text processing may opt to use Windows due to its familiarity across the world and ease of access.
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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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Microsoft
  • Positively effects our easy of use of other programs
  • Take it for granted because it is so transparent in use
  • Definitely worth the price.
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