FortiSASE Reviews

Name: FortiSASE
Brand: Fortinet
Rating: 3.9 (10 reviews)

3.9 out of 5

10 reviews
90% willing to recommend

What is FortiSASE?

FortiSASE is a comprehensive security solution that combines SD-WAN, security, and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) capabilities in a single platform. It provides secure access to applications and data from any device, anywhere, and at any time. FortiSASE offers advanced threat protection, real-time visibility, and control over network traffic, ensuring that organizations can securely connect their users and devices to the cloud and on-premises resources. With FortiSASE, organizations can simplify their security infrastructure, reduce costs, and improve their overall security posture.

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FortiSASE is the #11 ranked solution in top Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions. PeerSpot users give FortiSASE an average rating of 7.8 out of 10. FortiSASE is most commonly compared to Cisco Umbrella: FortiSASE vs Cisco Umbrella. FortiSASE is popular among the large enterprise segment, accounting for 55% of users researching this solution on PeerSpot. The top industry researching this solution are professionals from a computer software company, accounting for 22% of all views.

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Featured reviews

Peter VanDorp

Cyber Security Analyst and Network Operations Supervisor at a non-tech company with 1,001-5,000 employees

Deep packet inspection is easier to deploy in the FortiSASE environment. It's much simpler to configure one-touch deployment. It was considerably more convoluted to get that to work using FortiClient. All that processing horsepower is happening in Fortinet's cloud infrastructure, reducing the load on our local routers and on-prem FortiGate firewalls. There wasn't much of a learning curve because we are already a Fortinet organization. We still use all the same pieces, but the interface is slightly different. Still, I don't think the average user would have difficulty picking the solution up. They've got some excellent documentation and support to help you through any questions you may have. FortiSASE lets us manage everything from one web interface. That's the most significant benefit. We also use FortiManager, but it could only do so much when we only used on-prem systems. We still need to touch the EMS server and a few other interfaces to make all the pieces work. FortiSASE puts everything in one place. If something doesn't work, you've got support there to help you out. Previously, we had local support, but it's more complicated because you needed to explain your environment. The SASE environment is under their control, so they know what it looks like and what they're dealing with.

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GaryRollie

Principal at Senior Solutions Engineer

FortiSASE is deployed on the cloud, and a direct access connection comes back into our data centers from the cloud. FortiSASE is a very robust and cost-competitive solution. FortiSASE is suitable for users looking to reduce the number of security vendors in their environment. Fortinet has the breadth, complexity, and ability to handle multiple network scenarios. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.

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Jose-Rivera

Account Manager at Telefónica

They need to have more concise or precise ways to come up with the return on investment for convincing or presenting this to customers. Most customers think that with the SD1 and the phase solutions, they're going to have optimizations. It's not always like that, at least not in a direct way. You have to come up with a very complex way to make them understand. They need to have a clear, marketed way to present this as an investment that will have a good return for the customers and not only as an optimization of technology. Mobile devices are not covered enough. That's something that I would like to see for the FortiSASE solutions. There are a lot of customers or end users that are reaching their networks through their phones or through their tablets. And that area is not covered widely enough by FortiSASE.

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FortiSASE mindshare

As of January 2025, the mindshare of FortiSASE in the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) category stands at 7.3%, up from 3.2% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)

PeerAnalyst reports

Type	Title	Date
Category	Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)	Jan 17, 2025	Download
Product	Reviews, tips, and advice from real users	Jan 17, 2025	Download
Comparison	FortiSASE vs Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks	Jan 17, 2025	Download
Comparison	FortiSASE vs Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange Platform	Jan 17, 2025	Download
Comparison	FortiSASE vs Cisco Umbrella	Jan 17, 2025	Download

Title	Rating	Mindshare	Recommending
Cisco Umbrella	4.4	11.4%	97%	111 interviews Add to research
Prisma Access by Palo Alto Networks	4.1	20.6%	92%	63 interviews Add to research

Valuable Features

The most valuable feature of Forcepoint CASB is its ease of deployment and configuration in a FortiSASE environment. It reduces the load on local routers and firewalls by processing in Fortinet's cloud infrastructure. The solution offers excellent documentation and support, making it easy for the average user to pick up. The significant benefit is managing everything from one web interface, which simplifies the process. The security is excellent, and the product is stable and scalable, making it a reliable choice.

"It is highly scalable."
"It has AI-based detections for any signature-less virus or any unknown vulnerabilities."
"Its function is related to the licensing framework."

Room for Improvement

Improvements to Forcepoint CASB include the ability to use it on endpoints without the client, which is currently on the roadmap for Q3. However, the security posture is reduced if the connection is lost. Additionally, there is a need for a clearer and more concise way to present the return on investment for customers, especially for mobile devices which are not covered enough by the solution.

"Stability issues persist."
"There are some issues at the agent level, and then we have to sign out and sign in."
"The current high-tech version of FortiSASE is not recommended due to its heavy loading."

ROI

Forcepoint CASB has resulted in reduced upfront purchase costs by eliminating some FortiGate firewalls and has been cost-neutral due to savings from the firewall offsetting the investment in FortiSASE. The ROI has not been explicitly calculated, but is expected to be at least cost-neutral with potential savings. The product has provided a fast time-to-value with minimal training required, resulting in almost instant results.

Pricing

Users have reported that pricing for Forcepoint CASB varies depending on the user, with education users receiving discounts. However, users have found the pricing to be competitive with other products on the market.

"I rate the product price an eight on a scale of one to ten, where one is high price, and ten is low price."
"On a scale from one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the solution's pricing a three out of ten."
"I rate the product's price a six on a scale of one to ten, where one is low price and ten is high price."

Popular Use Cases

Forcepoint CASB is used by a school board to protect students and endpoint devices both in school and at home, particularly during the COVID lockdown. The solution also provides a secure environment for board office staff working remotely, allowing them to access the board network and resources securely. Another customer uses it for achieving a unified and secure network with all of the SD1 capabilities and secure access for branches.

Service and Support

Some customers have found the tech support for Forcepoint CASB to be decent, with a knowledgeable and focused team that addresses issues quickly. However, there is also a review indicating that the customer has not yet used the technical support services.

Deployment

The initial setup for Forcepoint CASB was described as both straightforward and complex. One reviewer stated that they were able to deploy 5,000 devices in two weeks with an in-house team of seven people, and that the solution requires no maintenance on their side. However, another reviewer overseeing the project described the setup as very complex due to the hybrid nature of the solution, with some devices being deployed on-premises and most of the solution being done on the cloud. They also mentioned that 15 to 20 people were working on the deployment of the product.

Scalability

Forcepoint CASB's solution is highly scalable, allowing for easy expansion without the need for hardware changes. The cloud infrastructure processes all information, reducing the burden on local systems.

Stability

The solution's stability is excellent with no bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash or freeze.

These insights are based on the in-depth reviews provided by peers to help you make a better buying decision.

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Learn more about FortiSASE

FortiSASE Benefits:

Easy to use and set up
Good value for the price
Provides accurate and reliable results
Compact and portable design
Comes with helpful instructions and customer support

FortiSASE combines the following key elements:

Networking: FortiSASE provides networking capabilities, including SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network), WAN optimization, and network traffic routing. It allows organizations to optimize and secure their network connectivity.
Security: FortiSASE integrates multiple security services, including next-generation firewall (NGFW), secure web gateway (SWG), secure web application firewall (WAF), and zero-trust network access (ZTNA). It offers comprehensive protection against various threats, such as malware, intrusions, and data breaches.
Cloud Security: FortiSASE includes cloud-native security services to protect cloud-based applications and workloads. It offers secure access to cloud services, cloud-based firewalls, and security for multi-cloud environments.
Zero Trust Security: FortiSASE follows the Zero Trust security model, where all users and devices are treated as untrusted and must undergo strict authentication and authorization before accessing resources. It enforces granular access controls and micro-segmentation to limit lateral movement within the network.
Secure Web Access: FortiSASE includes secure web access capabilities, enabling organizations to enforce web filtering policies, block malicious websites, and protect against web-based threats like phishing and malware.
Visibility and Analytics: FortiSASE provides centralized visibility and analytics to monitor network traffic, security events, and user behavior. It helps organizations detect and respond to security incidents and provides insights for ongoing security improvements.

FortiSASE aims to simplify and streamline security operations by integrating multiple security functions and network services into a single platform. This approach allows organizations to reduce complexity, improve efficiency, and enhance overall security posture.

Reviews from Real Users

Peter VanDorp, Cyber Security Analyst and Network Operations Supervisor at a non-tech company, says that "Deep packet inspection is easier to deploy in the FortiSASE environment. It's much simpler to configure one-touch deployment. It was considerably more convoluted to get that to work using FortiClient. All that processing horsepower is happening in Fortinet's cloud infrastructure, reducing the load on our local routers and on-prem FortiGate firewalls."

Jose-Rivera, Account Manager at Telefónica, that FortiSASE is "Reliable with good security and helps with network optimization".