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Fortinet FortiGate IPS vs Hillstone S-Series Network Intrusion Prevention System comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiGate IPS
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
61
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Hillstone S-Series Network ...
Ranking in Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
25th
Average Rating
9.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiGate IPS is 6.6%, down from 6.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Hillstone S-Series Network Intrusion Prevention System is 0.6%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS)
 

Featured Reviews

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…
reviewer1080873 - PeerSpot reviewer
Complements any firewall
The core processors are there and it's able to generate reports for that. It also complements any kind of firewall. For example, if an end user is using Palo Alto as a firewall, they'd need another layer of firewall like the S-Series that will protect internal servers. It's something that complements any firewall in the market.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"I value it's IPS and application control solution."
"We use it to avoid unwanted traffic."
"It is easy to set up."
"The most valuable features are security and vision, and all of the UTM functionality."
"The most useful features of Fortinet FortiGate IPS are you can create a virtual firewall within it, most other firewalls do not have this feature. You are able to manage your network and have network segmentation within your firewall. Additionally, you can create virtual switches within the firewall and have policy management, such as firewall and access policy."
"The solution effectively blocks unwanted traffic."
"The solution provides an easy way to filter information and Fortinet lab is a great place to discover new things."
"Has a very user-friendly interface and doesn't require any prior knowledge."
"Setup is straightforward with the same reliability and scalability as the firewall series."
 

Cons

"Integration with the antivirus companion Webroot is not seamless on Mac computers."
"The price of the solution could be cheaper."
"The prevention mechanisms and implementation are not easy."
"The IPS monitoring can be improved."
"The initial deployment could be improved."
"Fortinet FortiGate IPS could improve the VPN. There are times it is slow."
"The dashboard is not user friendly so is a bit complicated."
"I would like to see more AI features included in future updates, as that would add significant value."
"Lack of tools to help educate end users"
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The pricing is reasonable."
"We are currently evaluating a Palo Alto solution, and the pricing could be a reason for going for Palo Alto."
"The solution could be better priced."
"Fortinet FortiGate IPS is cheaper than other solutions like Cisco or Check Point."
"The licensing costs are very competitive."
"The pricing is based on a licensing model for each IPS in your environment."
"The tool is a bit pricey for small businesses, but it is still bearable in terms of cost."
"It is not expensive as compared to Cisco."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
24%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Comms Service Provider
7%
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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

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?
FortiGate is slightly more expensive. CrowdStrike is offering better rates, which is something you need to look at.
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiGate IPS?
Pricing is one of the factors that need improvement. Maybe they can offer a smaller scope for a cheaper price for smaller organizations.
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Also Known As

FortiGate IPS
Hillstone S-Series NIPS
 

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Sample Customers

Riverside Healthcare, Salt Lake City, Dell SecureWorks, Credit Bank Zagreb
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