Allot DDoS Secure vs Fortinet FortiDDoS comparison

Allot and Fortinet are both solutions in the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection category. Allot is ranked #23 with an average rating of 8.0, while Fortinet is ranked #11 with an average rating of 8.0. Allot holds a 0.2% mindshare in DDOS, compared to Fortinet’s 2.9% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Allot users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 90% of Fortinet users who would recommend it.

Allot DDoS Secure

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100% willing to recommend

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90% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Allot DDoS Secure and Fortinet FortiDDoS based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

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Categories and Ranking

Allot DDoS Secure

Ranking in Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection

23rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Fortinet FortiDDoS

Ranking in Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection

11th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

6.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Protection category, the mindshare of Allot DDoS Secure is 0.2%, up from 0.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiDDoS is 2.9%, up from 2.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

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reviewer1767993

Senior Network and Security Consultant | Specialized Services at a computer software company with 51-200 employees

Protects critical infrastructure from alerts but GUI needs improvement

If we consider a default setup without customization, I would rate it a ten out of ten. However, the initial setup can be time-consuming for specific requirements needing customization, possibly requiring extensive fine-tuning. With the detailed and specific features we require, along with the need for tuning and customization, the process can indeed take several weeks. Allot DDoS Secure's case of integration with existing infrastructure is not too hard.

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Yazan Omar

Systems Engineer at aic²

An easy-to-use tool with great GUI

The product's initial setup phase was really easy. There is a lot of time involved in the testing phase and other processes related to the area of deployment, so it may take up to two weeks to deploy the solution. The solution is deployed on an on-premises model. One person is enough to take care of the deployment phase of the product. The person involved in the deployment phase needs to better understand topologies when dealing with Fortinet.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The product has good architecture, concepts, and diagrams to protect end customers. Machine learning, artificial intelligence, and pattern creation are its most valuable features. The tool's alerting systems protect critical infrastructure."

"The product's initial setup phase was really easy."

"The solution already has security profiles and it can protect from DDoS attacks and other kinds of attacks."

"The product allows the users to adjust the thresholds."

"Among its key features: Detects and mitigates DDoS attacks at L3 to L7; negligible to zero false-positives; Generates and sends reports without the need for an expensive third-party solution."

"Packet inspection has been effective for mitigating DDoS attacks."

"The equipment works very well, and I have not encountered any issues with it. It is a good solution for my company."

"The protection resources and the support are valuable features of the solution."

"The equipment works very well, and I have not encountered any issues with it."

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Cons

"The tool's GUI and Java-based management platform needs improvement."

"The primary area for improvement is the on-premises capacity limit, currently fixed at 10 GB."

"The tool needs to focus more on the area of application traffic management, where it currently has some shortcomings."

"The only thing they need to do is to automate it. Today, you must create tools that do not require the use of an expert or anyone with special skills."

"The solution can be a little more user-friendly and it can be more affordable."

"I find that there have been issues in the past year with the solution hanging. It freezes often."

"The challenge lies within the customer environment, particularly in Brazil, where companies have stringent security requirements for implementing solutions."

"There aren't really any aspects of the solution we are unhappy with. It's been a positive experience overall."

"The product’s pricing needs improvement."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"I rate Allot DDoS Secure's pricing a five out of ten."

"The product’s pricing needs improvement."

"The solution is reasonably priced."

"It's quite pricey."

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Computer Software Company

13%

Manufacturing Company

11%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Allot DDoS Secure?

The product has good architecture, concepts, and diagrams to protect end customers. Machine learning, artificial intelligence, and pattern creation are its most valuable features. The tool's alerti...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Allot DDoS Secure?

I rate Allot DDoS Secure's pricing a five out of ten.

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What needs improvement with Allot DDoS Secure?

The tool's GUI and Java-based management platform needs improvement.

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Which is the best DDoS protection solution for a big ISP for monitoring and mitigating?

Arbor would be the best bid, apart from Arbor, Palo Alto and Fortinet have good solutions. As this is an ISP, I would prefer Arbor.

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What do you like most about Fortinet FortiDDoS?

The product's initial setup phase was really easy.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiDDoS?

Fortinet FortiDDoS offers lower costs compared to other solutions. The licensing costs are annually renewed.

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Fortinet DDoS, FortiDDos

Overview

Allot DDoS Secure is your first line of defense against both inbound and outbound attacks. It surgically mitigates volumetric DDoS attacks and isolates infected hosts, before either can impact your service and business.

Allot

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are ever-evolving and use a variety of technologies. To successfully combat these attacks, you need a dynamic, multi-layered security solution. FortiDDoS protects from both known and zero day attacks with very low latency. It’s easy to deploy and manage, and includes comprehensive reporting and analysis tools.

Fortinet

Sample Customers

TIER-1 Cable, Swiftel Networks, Bristol Virginia

Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data

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