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ExtremeCloud IQ vs Fortinet FortiGate Cloud comparison

The compared Extreme Networks and Fortinet solutions aren't in the same category. Extreme Networks is ranked #13 in NMA , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 2.7% mindshare in the category. Fortinet is ranked #4 in Firewall Security Management , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 4.5% mindshare. Additionally, 97% of Extreme Networks users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Fortinet users who would recommend it.
ExtremeCloud IQ
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97% willing to recommend
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud
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95% willing to recommend
 

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

ROI

Sentiment score
6.6
ExtremeCloud IQ boosts productivity, reduces costs, simplifies management, and enhances scalability, positively impacting ROI and customer satisfaction.
Sentiment score
4.8
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud enhances efficiency and reduces costs by optimizing network management, offering significant savings and improved cost-effectiveness.
I managed to support and deploy ExtremeCloud IQ and handle network management without requiring external staffing, thus saving on external hiring costs.
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Fortinet FortiGate Cloud has improved our clients' cost savings and efficiency.
The cloud aspect provides flexibility in disaster recovery and cost management.
In terms of cost savings or efficiency in our company's IT network management, I would say that the tool is very efficient because we have no problems with it at all.
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UK
David Cheung - PeerSpot reviewerOcheEluma - PeerSpot reviewerMartin Ellmann - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.8
ExtremeCloud IQ is praised for responsive, knowledgeable customer service, despite minor training and escalation improvement suggestions.
Sentiment score
7.7
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud support is praised for technical expertise, but experiences vary in response time and language consistency.
GTAC receives a score of ten out of ten.
I experienced effective help mainly remotely, though for some issues, a technical person had to assist on-site.
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I have received good support from FortiGate, and I would rate it a ten out of ten.
Technically, the support team is good, and they have very good relations with users and even partners.
The team is responsive, and most cases are handled promptly.
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José Roldan - PeerSpot reviewer
UK
Nalin Abeyrathna - PeerSpot reviewer
SM
OcheEluma - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.9
ExtremeCloud IQ is praised for seamless scalability, easy integration, and reliable performance in both small and large deployments.
Sentiment score
7.9
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is praised for scalability and flexibility, with ratings typically between 8 and 10 despite some challenges.
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We plan to deploy VoIP in the future and aim to leverage more VoIP capabilities for our remote operations.
I rate the product's scalability a ten out of ten.
It's very easy to add new devices and push the configuration templates.
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AA
MdZaman - PeerSpot reviewer
MZ
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.5
ExtremeCloud IQ is generally stable with high performance, though occasional firmware bugs and delays can impact operations.
Sentiment score
7.8
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is praised for its stability, reliability, and consistent performance, often rated 8-10 for minimal downtime.
It requires some time to update, which affects real-time management.
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We weren't bothered even by a single incident for the past three years.
But in three or four years, I only had problems logging in three times.
It is a very stable solution.
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UK
MdZaman - PeerSpot reviewer
SG
Martin Ellmann - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Room For Improvement

Users seek a simpler interface, improved support, and enhanced features, highlighting issues with bugs, security, and pricing concerns.
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud users find pricing high, licensing complex, and seek improvements in integration, analytics, management, and customization.
I needed deep details and more thorough resources.
This integration aids in resolving problems and issues found in the network and enhances support with the GTAC team of Extreme Networks.
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There's a need to improve or invest more in an application that can follow users wherever they go.
The Linux version currently lacks some of the latest features, notably in the IPv6 tool stack, which is available for Windows clients.
It would be advantageous if it were more cost-effective.
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UK
José Roldan - PeerSpot reviewerSandro Quinto - PeerSpot reviewer
AS
AA
 

Setup Cost

ExtremeCloud IQ pricing is competitive, offering comprehensive licensing and discounts, appealing to buyers prioritizing quality and reliability.
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud offers mid-range pricing with annual licenses starting at $800, valued by customers but seeking flexible options.
The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period.
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There are no additional costs.
Therefore, the cost-benefit is quite significant.
You shouldn't prioritize cheapness over security or other poor technology.
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UK
AS
Sandro Quinto - PeerSpot reviewer
SG
 

Valuable Features

ExtremeCloud IQ provides scalable, cloud-based network management with AI analytics, enhancing performance, security, and reducing costs for businesses.
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud offers excellent security, scalability, ease of use, and functionality, making it a favored choice for users.
For networking and access points, it acts as a controller in a cloud environment, eliminating the need for an appliance controller or wireless LAN controller, thus saving on investment and reducing TCO costs.
The automation and information provided by ExtremeCloud IQ, such as connection status and logs, were very beneficial.
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The solution's most valuable feature is log reporting.
The solution's most valuable feature is its ease of use.
The most valuable feature is its user-friendly interface - even those unfamiliar with firewalls can easily manage it.
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José Roldan - PeerSpot reviewer
UK
Damitha Anuradha - PeerSpot reviewerMartin Ellmann - PeerSpot reviewer
MH
 

Categories and Ranking

ExtremeCloud IQ
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
77
Ranking in other categories
Network Management Applications (13th), Network Access Control (NAC) (11th), Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (21st)
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
79
Ranking in other categories
Firewall Security Management (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Network Security Systems solutions, they serve different purposes. ExtremeCloud IQ is designed for Network Management Applications and holds a mindshare of 2.7%, down 2.8% compared to last year.
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud, on the other hand, focuses on Firewall Security Management, holds 4.5% mindshare, down 5.4% since last year.
Network Management Applications Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
ExtremeCloud IQ2.7%
Cisco DNA Center21.8%
Cisco Catalyst Center9.9%
Other65.6%
Network Management Applications
Firewall Security Management Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud4.5%
AlgoSec22.8%
Tufin Orchestration Suite22.6%
Other50.099999999999994%
Firewall Security Management
 

Featured Reviews

José Roldan - PeerSpot reviewer
Has improved network monitoring with AI-driven insights and centralized device management
The best features of ExtremeCloud IQ include the integration of different vendors in one dashboard, the evolution of the manager, and any devices in networking. The impact of ExtremeCloud IQ on my organization is positive as the deployment is for a hybrid solution, using third-party vendors and cloud solutions for Extreme devices, switches, IP, and access points or SD-WAN solution devices. My IT team is occupied with other jobs, and ExtremeCloud IQ helps with monitoring networking at low costs. For networking and access points, it acts as a controller in a cloud environment, eliminating the need for an appliance controller or wireless LAN controller, thus saving on investment and reducing TCO costs.
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Rehan Khurram - PeerSpot reviewer
Achieve reliable cloud connectivity while benefiting from competitive pricing
The main advantage of FortiGate Cloud is its reliability, scalability, and pricing. I have deployed FortiGate devices both on-premises and in the cloud, and both are working great. The device is reliable despite being on cloud infrastructure, and the hypervisor part is managed by Azure. This reliability and the easy-to-configure GUI have been significant for our operations. Additionally, I have never faced any hardware malfunctions with these devices.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Educational Organization
9%
Computer Software Company
14%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Financial Services Firm
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business46
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise24
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business50
Midsize Enterprise10
Large Enterprise21
 

Questions from the Community

What are pros and cons of Aruba 515 Series AP vs. Cisco Meraki or Extreme Networks?
Depends. I have personally used both Cisco and Aruba so I am familiar with them. Extreme I am not, so unless they have some feature that I need or want, I wouldn't consider them. Do you have expe...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ExtremeCloud IQ?
The licensing was a challenge due to budget constraints, and I used ExtremeCloud IQ without a license for a period. The documentation and training courses were also costly, impacting how easily I c...
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What advice do you have for others considering ExtremeCloud IQ?
I rate the overall solution nine out of ten only due to the poor documentation. Despite this, I was very happy with ExtremeCloud IQ as it greatly eased my workload, allowing me to manage the networ...
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What do you like most about Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud has valuable firewall, SSL VPN, and web filtering features.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
I am very satisfied with the price and licensing cost of Fortinet FortiGate Cloud, rating it an eight out of ten.
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What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
Some disadvantages include future limitations, issues with FortiAnalyzer, and data residency concerns, which create less control. I think Fortinet FortiGate Cloud could benefit from additional feat...
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Also Known As

Aerohive Networks, Aerohive HiveManager, HiveManager, ExtremeCloud , ExtremeSecurity
FortiCloud, FortiGate Cloud
 

Overview

ExtremeCloud is a resilient and scalable cloud-based network management solution offered by Extreme Networks as a subscription service.

The network is your platform of engagement for clients and staff. We have designed ExtremeCloud to provide superior user experience by empowering you and the applications that drive your business. The combination of Extreme Networks’ smart wired and wireless edges and the elasticity, resilience and scalability provided via state-of-the-art datacenters distributed strategically for worldwide availability allows you to respond to the changing needs of your business, at the speed of cloud, through a simple, multi-site aware user interface.

Extreme Networks

FortiCloud can help with your wireless and security challenges in a number of ways. Our solution addresses common IT difficulties including time-consuming provisioning, high investment costs, complex management, vulnerability to advanced threats, and the need to easily scale with growth.

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Sample Customers

Henry Ford Health System, Baltimore Ravens, Brandili, Federal University of Alagoas, CEDAE, Caxias do Sul, UNISC Concurrency, CenturyLink Field, Louisiana College, Cricket Tasmania Stadium, Moscow Internet Exchange
Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
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