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Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus vs Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Dell PowerSwitch Managed Ca...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
28th
Average Rating
9.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secu...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
45
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Dell PowerSwitch Managed Campus is 0.3%, down from 0.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is 6.2%, up from 6.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

EE
Apr 1, 2021
Secure, easy to use, and dashboard works well
I use this solution with VxRail I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well. In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems. In the future, I…
Volodymyr Khorenzhyi - PeerSpot reviewer
Feb 2, 2024
Offers strong integration with FortiGate solutions and can manage them both from a single FortiGate console
It's mainly just a distribution switch. I just needed one, whether it's part of the Fortinet suite or not. What I actually use in this deployment are Forti APs (Fortinet Access Points). So, I can see all my office infrastructure from a single console, which is handy. One FortiGate, one FortiSwitch, and five access points, everything under good control. It's really nice to see it all together like this. The integration report benefits our organization with regard to its security ecosystem. FortiSwitch is designed to work seamlessly with FortiGate. While it can operate independently, its true potential lies in integration with FortiGate. I would rate the ease of management a seven out of ten, with ten being excellent.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I have found some of the key features of the solution are it can be configured similar to Cisco, it is secure, easy to use, and the dashboard works well."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is the MAC feature."
"The most valuable feature is the breakability after integration with the FortiGate firewall."
"The most valuable feature is that I can completely isolate devices that are compromising the network."
"The tool provides a firewall and good performance."
"Integration is good, as well as price and technical support."
"One of the most feature-packed switching solutions you can implement."
"Ability to manage FortiAP, FortiClient, and FortiGate all from a single console"
"Deploying the solution is a breeze, even a novice can do it."
 

Cons

"In some configurations, I am unable to use two switches as one and it causes some problems."
"Technical support needs to take a different approach and pricing should appear more competitive."
"The initial setup is pretty easy; we have built a knowledge base. But there's a learning curve for beginners."
"The range of products could improve from Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access."
"I give the stability a seven out of ten because we have noticed when we hook up phones the switching of ELANs et cetera doesn't work as it should."
"I would like Fortinet to make this product easier to configure."
"I feel that the product's stability is an area where improvements are required."
"Its cloud features could be better."
"Currently issues with some of the switches and problems with the firmware."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of the solution is fair."
"The solution is cheaper than Cisco but more expensive than Huawei."
"The tool's pricing is fine."
"The pricing is cheap and only a yearly licensing cost needs to be paid."
"The pricing for Fortinet FortiSwitch is not expensive."
"The price is good."
"We signed up for a three-year license for support and replacement."
"We have an annual licensing cost. There are no additional costs."
"We have to pay for the solution's subscription."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
17%
Insurance Company
10%
Energy/Utilities Company
7%
Government
6%
Computer Software Company
16%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
9%
Financial Services Firm
6%
 

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Which would you choose - Fortinet Fortiswitch secure access or Cisco Ethernet Switches?
We researched Cisco but ultimately chose Fortinet FortiSwitch Secure Access, mostly because of the price. Fortinet FortiSwitch is an ethernet switch solution that provides security and performance...
What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
With FortiSwitch, you can easily identify who is connected to each port, disable ports as needed, and retrieve configurations from FortiGate when required.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access?
The product pricing seems to be mid-range. The licensing structure is not uniform and can be difficult to understand. I rate the pricing around five or six out of ten.
 

Also Known As

Dell EMC PowerSwitch Campus Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch Branch Series, PowerSwitch Campus and Branch Switches, PowerSwitch Campus Switches, PowerSwitch Branch Series, Dell EMC PowerSwitch N Series, PowerSwitch N Series
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Sample Customers

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Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
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