We use FortiGate as the edge firewall. We integrate it with our APIs over Microsoft Azure. We work in the VOIP industry, and our services are prone to latency. Security is a major concern for us as a U.S. research company, where we frequently test attacks. FortiGate handles these attacks well.

FortiGate has led to a reduction in our security budget. Our management decided to switch to FortiGate because it offers all the necessary features and even improved features within our budget.

I'm looking forward to FortiGate's dashboard features, insights, application oversight, and monitoring, which could help us significantly.

As of now, I haven't identified areas for improvement. However, once the firewall is in production and all traffic is shifted, I might be able to provide more feedback. The configuration part was challenging, especially converting configurations from another OEM to FortiGate.

I have been working on FortiGate devices for around four years. In my previous role, we used FortiGate based on the requirements and budget constraints. Currently, my organization is transitioning to FortiGate in the Azure environment as part of the migration phase.

I rate FortiGate's stability as a nine out of ten, reflecting that there have been no major issues with stability so far.

FortiGate's scalability is rated eight out of ten. We expect network expansion both over the cloud and on-premises, and we believe FortiGate will perform well in this scenario.

We had a single instance requiring FortiGate's technical support, which was effective in solving the problem. I rate their support as eight out of ten.

Positive

We used other vendors, like Cisco. FortiGate was chosen due to its cost-effectiveness and its ability to offer improved features within our budget.

The installation process does not take much time, but the migration phase from Cisco to FortiGate is expected to take about ten days.

We have a separate team responsible for deployments over the cloud, while our networks and security team manages migrations and operations of the devices.

There has been a cost reduction in our security budget after implementing FortiGate, attributed to its offering of essential features at a reduced cost compared to previous vendors.

We pay for additional services like perpetual licenses. Despite this, FortiGate is considered a cost-effective solution. I rate the pricing as a five out of ten, reflecting a balance between cost and benefit.

We also use other vendors like Cisco, Netgate, Ubiquiti, and others in our environment.

I recommend this product. In future updates, it would be beneficial to see automation features, such as real-time alerts via phone, which we currently get from other OEMs.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

We are using the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall, and we are also providing this solution to our customers.

Customer is investing in this solution. We have observed a reduction in order value costs, approximately one lakh rupees per order, which contributes to reducing overall security costs.

In our territory, the most usable features include WAP content filtering, which is more utilized than IDS, sandbox license, and multiple internet connectivity. These are the primary features we are offering as a solution. 

FortiGate's threat detection capability is excellent. Compared to other solutions, FortiGuard Lab has a very high capacity to detect malware and malicious content.

I would like to see improvements in some of the hard drive features on FortiGate so that we can generate reporting within a single box.

We have been working with FortiGate Next Generation Firewall for the last ten years.

It's reliable and works well within our needs.

FortiGate is scalable. That said, you must change the hardware to scale in capacity.

Technical support has improved over the last two or three years, as Fortinet now operates 24/7 support.

Positive

We have also worked with SonicWall. Compared to SonicWall, FortiGate allows us to make a DNS server, which SonicWall cannot do. SonicWall offers the advantage of providing a free reporting solution.

The price is very aggressive in India as India is a rapidly growing market, the original equipment manufacturer offers competitive pricing.

We have evaluated other solutions like SonicWall and Sophos.

For very small companies, with five to ten users and where cost is a concern, I would not recommend going with FortiGate. 

If only cost is a concern, then it would not be recommended. It is a little bit expensive - the entry-level model is the FZ FortiGate. At the same time, Sophos XZ 86 is an entry-level model, which is more suitable for very small networks.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

Overall, we use Fortinet FortiGate IPS for group security, managing several companies across the region via a central location in Trinidad.

It ensures that we safeguard our environment effectively.

The ease of use, concise reports, and threat identification are very user-friendly and valuable.

There are no areas that need improvement at this point in time.

I have used FortiGate IPS for about two years.

So far, we have had no issues with stability. 

FortiGate IPS seems to grow with us as we grow. We are on the latest edition, and it is fairly easy to maintain going forward.

I do not normally interact with customer service, yet I had a very good conversation with them the other day. I would rate the experience a ten out of ten.

Positive

The setup was done by the infrastructure team, including four network admins and one infrastructure security person. The initial setup appears to have been straightforward based on indications.

We haven't implemented it for ROI benefits but rather for intrusion detection. It's just to make sure that we safeguard our environment.

FortiGate is slightly more expensive. CrowdStrike is offering better rates, which is something you need to look at.

CrowdStrike and other vendors have more competitive pricing, and CrowdStrike is currently number one in the quadrant while FortiGate is ranked lower.

I would recommend this solution to others because it is a good product. Overall, I would rate it nine out of ten. It ensures security and is easy to use.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.

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 monitoring if users download documents from unknown websites.

The AI part needs improvement to enhance its functionality.

We have been using Fortinet FortiGate IPS for almost three years.

Fortinet FortiGate is very stable. We have not faced any delays or issues.

The scalability is good. We haven't faced any issues, and it supports our organization well.

The technical support is very good.

Positive

We use FortiGate for our data center firewall and Sophos for our internet firewall. We find FortiGate to be more stable than Sophos.

The initial setup was straightforward and did not present any issues.

The installation was performed by a product's partner. I supervised the process.

Overall, the stability of FortiGate IPS is impressive, and I would recommend it to others because of its stability.

I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

I used it as an IT provider, and our main firewall was the Fortinet series FortiGate. Currently, I am just a user on the end user side of the fence.

The Fortinet gear is really easy to use, intuitive, and pretty powerful. It has been great because we haven't had to change it out very much. The operational return on investment has been great as we don't have to keep replacing it.

I really liked the interface because it was extremely user-friendly. Unlike Cisco, where you didn't need to be certified to use the interface effectively. The consistency across all models has also been beneficial as it simplifies learning and usage. They put in a thing called the FortiCookbook, which is very easy to read with real-life scenarios that make networking tasks like joining networks very straightforward.

I just don't like giving products ten out of ten. There's always something new that can be added or fixed.

I have been working with the Fortinet FortiGate overall since 2006, which is quite a few years now.

We haven't had to change it out very much. It has been stable and reliable for us.

I would rate its scalability as a nine out of ten. They scale up really well from smaller models like the FortiGate 40 and 50 to bigger sites with the FortiGate 100 for more throughput - up to enterprise datacenters.

Customer support is quite good. We purchased the 24/7 support, and they usually respond within an hour, even in the middle of the night.

I haven't switched from FortiGate. We still use the Fortinet solution as our firewall.

The initial setup is very straightforward and easy, with wizards helping to configure the device efficiently.

The ROI has been very good because it's operationally efficient, and we haven't needed to replace the equipment frequently.

I would definitely recommend it to other businesses with similar security needs. For smaller businesses with just a couple of computers, the standard ISP-supplied modems are fine.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.

Since we are going to implement a payment gateway, digitalizing our payment to the vendors, where they can upload their invoice, we think it is really necessary to upgrade our network from the potential threat. So, we use Fortinet FortiGate IPS to address this.

Having IPS helps in ensuring that our network is protected from potential threats, which is crucial as we implement our payment gateway.

My IT team has not had any complaints and finds Fortinet FortiGate IPS quite smooth. We also get yearly updates and training from the vendors.

Pricing is one of the factors that need improvement. Maybe they can offer a smaller scope for a cheaper price for smaller organizations.

We have been using Fortinet FortiGate IPS for about three to four years.

I rate the stability of the solution as nine out of ten. We have not experienced any bugs, glitches, or downtime. It is stable.

I rate the scalability of the solution as nine out of ten.

I rate the customer service and support as nine out of ten.

Positive

The initial setup took about two to three weeks, with everything completed within one and a half to two months, considering we have multiple locations.

My IT team, which is small (about three to five people), handled this.

Pricing is expensive compared to other solutions. I would rate it as nine out of ten in terms of expense.

I recommend Fortinet FortiGate IPS to others due to its stability and effectiveness.

We are using FortiGate IPS as a firewall, as an intrusion prevention system (IPS), and as a content filter. Additionally, we use it for SD-WAN, which is very important for us.

FortiGate IPS has made managing our cybersecurity framework easier. It is user-friendly, easy to implement, and helps in threat detection and prevention. Also, SD-WAN management by FortiGate has ensured seamless internet connectivity by automatically switching between lines during provider interruptions.

The most effective features for threat prevention are the IPS, content filter, and SD-WAN capabilities. The user-friendly nature of FortiGate IPS compared to our previous products, like Cisco and SonicWall, is also valuable.

I would like to see more AI features included in future updates, as that would add significant value. Additionally, the pricing of FortiGate is relatively high compared to other products like Cisco and SonicWall. An area for improvement is in their support services, which could be more responsive and quicker to resolve issues.

We have been using FortiGate IPS for more than nine or ten years.

FortiGate IPS is very stable.

I think it is very scalable. I would rate its scalability as nine out of ten.

In the past, direct support from Fortinet was not very satisfactory, as it took a lot of time to resolve issues. However, we now receive excellent support from our partner. They are amazing and provide very good support.

Neutral

We previously used SonicWall and Cisco. Compared to those products, FortiGate IPS is easier to use and more user-friendly.

The initial setup was straightforward and easy to implement. It took only a few hours to deploy.

The implementation was done by a different team, but we supervised the process. We used third-party services for the implementation.

The pricing is relatively high compared to other products like Cisco and SonicWall. This is a point that could be improved, as FortiGate is expensive.

We evaluated SonicWall and Cisco before choosing FortiGate IPS.

I recommend FortiGate IPS because it is very user-friendly, easy to install, and effective in threat prevention. More AI features in future updates would add more value.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.

We used the solution for the client environment.

The solution is easy to use and checks the access control as a firewall. We did not face any challenges while integrating the solution into our infrastructure. Fortinet FortiGate SWG is easy to use.

Fortinet FortiGate SWG can't be used on its own, and you have to get FortiAnalyzer.

I have been using Fortinet FortiGate SWG for three years.

Fortinet FortiGate SWG is a very stable solution.

Fortinet FortiGate SWG is a scalable solution.

The solution's initial setup is simple once you get a hang of it. All the documentation is available to help with the setup.

Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.

We use the solution for a large government customer. We helped them migrate from Check Point to Fortinet FortiGate. The customer had a lot of applications that are accessed by HTTPS. It was necessary to put some protection in place to prevent certain internet access. They have a reverse proxy published behind FortiGate. The reverse proxy balances the servers.

FortiGate uses IPS profiles for the reverse proxy. The operation system is Linux, and the server is Apache with HTTPS of medium, high, and critical severity. FortiGate is used to inspect the connections between the servers and the customers. It is used to protect the environment.

We use .NET services to block IPs. We use the tool’s features to prevent access to classified IP addresses. We use ISDB to prevent network access to malware, botnet, BitTorrent networks, and mining for cryptocurrencies.

We prevent access to certain classified addresses to stop attackers from understanding our environment. Attackers try to study the environment to explore its vulnerabilities and attack us. The solution protects the environment from internal and external threats.

Our customers have a specific application for two-way inspection. Two-way inspections are not possible in FortiGate. It is usually available in load-balancing solutions like F5. It would be a good improvement if the product provides two-way inspection features in the next release.

I have been using the solution for five years.

The support is good. We need to raise specific tickets for specific problems. If we have any issues, the team helps us solve them.

Positive

It is easy to deploy the solution. The configuration of the firewall is simple.

The protection of the customers’ networks is our return on investment. The integration with FortiAnalyzer allows us to see the traffic and perform troubleshooting. Creating a profile with IPS does not require many steps. The level of protection provided by the tool is better than other vendors.

Fortinet FortiGate is better compared to Check Point.

Overall, I rate the product a nine out of ten.

We primarily use the product to enhance our network security infrastructure. It monitors and investigates inbound and outbound traffic across our organization, ensuring comprehensive security coverage.

The product's most valuable feature is the ease of deploying IoT security with a single click. Additionally, the frequent updates to the online database ensure that our security measures are always up to date, enhancing our protection against emerging threats.

One area for improvement is the licensing policy. If support licenses are not renewed, the product's functionality ceases, which can be disruptive. 

Integrating more advanced threat detection capabilities utilizing artificial intelligence would be highly beneficial in future releases.

I have been using FortiGate IPS for around 15 years.

The solution is highly stable, with minimal disruptions. I rate it a nine out of ten for stability.

Once deployed, the product scalability is constrained, requiring appliance upgrades for increased capacity.

The customer support team is responsive but relies heavily on external partners for frontline assistance, which can lead to delays in critical situations.

Negative

The initial setup is straightforward for those with a technical background in network security. However, configuring the system requires a deep understanding of the product.

We implemented FortiGate IPS with our technical team, which has extensive experience with network security solutions.

Since implementing FortiGate IPS, we've seen an approximately ten percent reduction in operational costs, largely due to consolidating security measures onto a single platform.

The platform offers a reasonable price point compared to its competitors.

Before opting for FortiGate IPS, I evaluated several competitors, including Palo Alto, Checkpoint, WatchGuard, Barracuda, SonicWall, and Sophos. 

FortiGate IPS is a solid choice for organizations seeking comprehensive network security. Ensure your team has the technical knowledge required for effective deployment and ongoing management.

I rate it an eight.