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ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360 vs Fortinet FortiGate IPS comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 19, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
19th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
3
Ranking in other categories
Container Security (26th), Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) (10th), Extended Detection and Response (XDR) (26th)
Fortinet FortiGate IPS
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
63
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of December 2024, in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) category, the mindshare of ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360 is 0.7%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiGate IPS is 6.6%, down from 6.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
 

Featured Reviews

Maksym Toporkov - PeerSpot reviewer
A competitive choice for network detection and response with exceptional user interface, ease of implementation and minimal false positives
The NDR feature analyzes network traffic, creating records with connection details. While these records offer insights, there's a limitation in investigating payloads directly. ExtraHop provides an option for an additional server to save payloads, but its temporary storage has constraints. Unlike some competitors, it lacks an automatic payload-saving feature for each detection, presenting an improvement opportunity. Suggested enhancement involves the main sensor prompting payload storage for specific detections, streamlining the investigation process, and contributing to a more efficient workflow. A drawback includes packet storage limitations for payload data, necessitating timely extraction for thorough investigations.
Taha Turkestani - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced threat prevention with very good support and valuable behavior reports
We use FortiGate as a firewall. We have a FortiGate 201 model It's good that we didn't get hacked or attacked, indicating strong threat prevention. The reporting on employee behavior and the prevention of new viruses are essential features. Additionally, we have found it convenient for…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It is very easy to collect and handle data in ExtraHop Reveal(X) Cloud. Integration with Big Data is also easy. Many of our customers integrate it with Big Data platforms like Splunk or Elastic. It is also easy to handle and easy to understand."
"It stands out for its intuitive and efficient user interface, robust detection capabilities with minimal false positives, and the ability to handle encrypted traffic, making it a valuable asset for network security and management."
"It is scalable."
"The most effective features for threat prevention are the IPS, content filter, and SD-WAN capabilities."
"The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiGate IPS is its efficiency."
"The solution’s initial setup is very easy."
"The solution is stable."
"The feature that I find most valuable is its protection of the websites."
"Simple interface and easy to deploy."
"The most valuable features are security and vision, and all of the UTM functionality."
"The solution is very stable."
 

Cons

"There needs to be more support."
"They can include integration with SAP. Currently, no vendor provides network performance monitoring in the SAP market. It is a very big market. We have around 400 customers for SAP in Korea. In the USA, there are more than 10,000 customers."
"A drawback includes bucket storage limitations for payload data, necessitating timely extraction for thorough investigations."
"The reporting was limited."
"FortiGate's logging and reporting could be improved. I would also like to see Fortinet add a guest management portal."
"To stay ahead of the competition Fortinet FortiGate IPS needs to think about how to adjust pricing."
"The dashboard is not user friendly so is a bit complicated."
"The price of the solution could be cheaper."
"It would be better if they had a dashboard where we could see what attacks were happening. It would be good to see who's trying to get into our network."
"The solution's real-time connection with the cloud could be improved."
"They should provide us with a CSV number for patch updates. It will help us block specific signatures as well."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"When compared to other solutions, it aligns with the market average, indicating a competitive pricing level."
"There is a license required to use Fortinet FortiGate with all the features. It has to be updated with the threats on an ongoing basis for the signatures to prevent threats and a license is needed to receive those security updates."
"The price is okay, so far so good."
"The platform offers a reasonable price point compared to its competitors."
"There is only a standard license cost to use the solution."
"They are more expensive than others."
"The pricing is reasonable."
"Fortinet FortiGate IPS' licensing is quite simple to understand."
"We pay for the license of Fortinet FortiGate IPS annually. There are not any extra costs."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
8%
University
8%
Insurance Company
7%
Computer Software Company
23%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
No data available
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360?
It stands out for its intuitive and efficient user interface, robust detection capabilities with minimal false positives, and the ability to handle encrypted traffic, making it a valuable asset for...
What needs improvement with ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360?
The NDR feature analyzes network traffic, creating records with connection details. While these records offer insights, there's a limitation in investigating payloads directly. ExtraHop provides an...
What advice do you have for others considering ExtraHop Reveal(x) 360?
I recommend prioritizing demos over POCs when engaging with vendors. Organizing POCs involves significant time and resource investments for both parties. Instead, invest time in multiple demo sessi...
What do you like most about Fortinet FortiGate IPS?
The most significant aspect of IPS is self-explanatory as it primarily focuses on intrusion prevention, which is crucial for Fortinet's internal outbreak prevention efforts and ensuring compliance ...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiGate IPS?
Fortinet is competitively priced. It is neither particularly cheap nor expensive compared to other products like WatchGuard. The pricing and performance are better, making it a viable choice.
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiGate IPS?
Fortinet FortiGate could improve their documentation on forward error correction and failover technologies. Additionally, better documentation and applications for SD WAN setups, especially for sat...
 

Also Known As

ExtraHop Reveal(X) Cloud, Reveal(X) Cloud
FortiGate IPS
 

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Sample Customers

Wizards of the Coast
Riverside Healthcare, Salt Lake City, Dell SecureWorks, Credit Bank Zagreb
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