What is FortiClient?
FortiClient is an all-in-one comprehensive endpoint security solution that extends the power of Fortinet’s Advanced Threat Protection to end user devices. With the endpoint the ultimate destination for malware seeking credentials, network access and sensitive information, ensuring that your endpoint security combines strong prevention with detection and mitigation is critical.
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86 Likeliness to Recommend
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92 Plan to Renew
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85 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+89 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love FortiClient?
Pros
- Efficient Service
- Effective Service
- Respectful
- Generous Negotitation
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FortiClient Reviews
Cody N.
- Role: Operations
- Industry: Retail
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Oct 2023
Simple and Easy
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates FortiClient from other similar products?
Simplicity and speed of use. It may not have a bunch of unique features, but its user-friendly interface and swift performance make it a standout choice. I recommend it for users seeking a straightforward and efficient security solution.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
While not necessarily unique, FortiClient provides a wide range of security features, including antivirus, firewall, VPN, web filtering, and endpoint security. It offers an all-in-one solution for protecting against various cyber threats.
What do you dislike most about this product?
When my company domain requires a password update sometimes the password for Forticlient gets desynced. I had to get an admin to help me reset the password when this has happened.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Think about whether the product can scale with your organization's growth. If your business expands, you'll want a security solution that can accommodate increased demands without requiring a complete overhaul.
Frank B.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: Business Leader or Manager
Submitted May 2023
You need the use the Fortinet portfolio
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates FortiClient from other similar products?
Really nothing, the market leaders clearly have a better understanding of endpoints.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
It adds on to the Fortinet portfolio.
What do you dislike most about this product?
It's not as robust as other product lines.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If a company is going down the road with Fortinet solution in their org., it's worthwhile to take a look at.
Pros
- Respectful
- Transparent
Cons
- Less Effective Service
- Vendor Friendly Policies
- Inhibits Innovation
Jainik K.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Mar 2023
Confidence with cybersecurity
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates FortiClient from other similar products?
Cheaper than other company
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Ease of use
What do you dislike most about this product?
GUI which can be much much better.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If it is in your budget, go ahead!
Pros
- Trustworthy
- Effective Service
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
