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Dell Data Protection - Endpoint Security Suite [EOL] vs Fortinet FortiClient comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Dell Data Protection - Endp...
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
3.9
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Fortinet FortiClient
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
98
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) (16th), Endpoint Compliance (1st), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (2nd)
 

Featured Reviews

Alexander Zhuravel - PeerSpot reviewer
A highly scalable tool that ensures its users face no problems while using it as a backup system
The tool is scalable and is currently being used on over 2,000 nodes. So, our company doesn't count the number of clients we have, but we do count the number of nodes, specifically referring to file system nodes, backup nodes, database nodes, virtual machine nodes, and blockchain nodes, which we use for file-based applications. According to the traffic, a backup of five petabytes of data can be done for a month.
MuhammadJahangir - PeerSpot reviewer
Users only need to install the VPN and authenticate with their email address
I primarily use remote VPN solutions to connect securely. We have configured both site-to-site VPN and remote VPN, and it is connected to FortiClient Implementing this solution has streamlined time management in our organization. Without SSO, we would need manual configuration for each PC, but…

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable features of the solution are its speed, backup speed, and restore speed."
"It is a stable solution. Our company faces no problems with the backup system…The initial setup wasn't complex."
"The backup speed and deduplication are the most valuable features."
"There's a really they have a really nice way to test it first. Before you adopt it. And so I would suggest trying to they they create a test site for you, and they give you a link to it, and you can basically try out all the features on your own for I think we did it for a month."
"The security engine is effective at catching potential threats."
"Dell Data Protection has a decent service and integrates well with users' active directories."
"It is a stable solution."
"The most valuable feature of FortiClient is its user-friendly interface that allows easy navigation and access to all endpoint devices."
"It’s really easy to use."
"The integration capabilities are good."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its integration capabilities. The processing is fast and the reporting is also very good."
"What I find valuable in FortiClient is its patch management capabilities, allowing remote updates efficiently."
"The technical support from Fortinet and local vendors is good."
"Fortinet FortiClient provides several benefits such as saving time, saving money, and improving security."
"The performance of FortiClient is impressive."
 

Cons

"The solution could be more user-friendly."
"The backup speed and deduplication are the most valuable features."
"Implementation in a beta environment is necessary before rollout to the larger community."
"I consider the product pretty expensive, so from an improvement perspective, I would like the pricing to be better."
"Whenever we talk about reporting, I have a chance to look at the reporting, and in my opinion, it's not user-friendly."
"The solution’s user interface should be made more user-friendly."
"I haven't found that that solution does anything amazing."
"The user interface on the central server could be improved."
"I heard that Fortinet is going to enhance the firmware to have mobile versions. One is like Linux long-term support SCS and one with new features, but there is no support here. We spoke with the vendor multiple times, and they said that they will release these features soon."
"The initial setup was probably more complex. The configuration was somewhat unclear."
"It would be extremely useful to have an automatic updating feature."
"I would like to see improvements in the dashboard for better reporting."
"The solution could add data to the endpoint."
"FortiClient is not communicating with the new version of the firewall."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is an expensive solution."
"It is more expensive than one of its competitors."
"You'll need to pay more than the product's original price for the support."
"The solution is not expensive. We need more discounted rates in Pakistan. The price of the solution could be reduced to be more affordable for the solution."
"Pricing is an area that I would like to see improved, as it could be lower."
"The licensing fee varies with what one is trying to accomplish. It can range from being free to costing several hundred thousand dollars per year."
"If we pay for the yearly package that includes the FortiGate firewall, then the FortiClient VPN license is included with it."
"The price is reasonable compared to competitors, it is very good."
"Anyone can download this product for free, but you have to have a FortiGate gateway that you are connecting to."
"The pricing is a six out of ten."
"The cost per port is very less as compared to the other technologies."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
14%
University
12%
Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Educational Organization
43%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
5%
Government
4%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Dell Data Protection - Endpoint Security Suite?
The security engine is effective at catching potential threats.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Dell Data Protection - Endpoint Security Suite?
Pricing-wise, they're in the middle of the scale, so I would give them a seven and a half. The solution has a reasonable price point.
What needs improvement with Dell Data Protection - Endpoint Security Suite?
There is room for improvement in terms of customer support and service. Just getting a hold of support and the time it takes for assistance is sometimes challenging. Other than that, the complexity...
How does Fortinet FortiClient compare with Open VPN Access Server?
Fortinet FortiClient is a feature-rich solution that is easy to use and deploy without sacrificing safety and security. It has a very fast connection rate and has a built-in VPN. With this solution...
What's the difference between Fortinet's FortiEDR and FortiClient?
I suggest Fortinet’s FortiEDR over FortiClient for several reasons. For starters, FortiEDR guarantees solid protection because it continually scans servers for emerging vulnerabilities, which gives...
 

Also Known As

DDP, ESS
FortiClient
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

MEIZU, TBG West, Ackerman Charter School District, Church of the Highlands
Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
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