BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs Fortinet FortiClient comparison

BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity vs. Fortinet FortiClient

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Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is 3.8%, up from 3.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity is 1.8%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiClient is 1.9%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks	3.8%
Fortinet FortiClient	1.9%
BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity	1.8%
Other	92.5%

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ABHISHEK_SINGH

Senior Process Expert at A.P. Moller - Maersk

Gained full visibility and streamlined threat detection through behavior-based insights and AI integration

Initially, we got to have a lot of false positives when we onboarded, but nowadays it's quite smooth. We have fine-tuned our security policies and allowed different levels of policies to get rid of those false positives. Currently, we are getting a fairly good amount of incidents that are not false positives or benign, but actionable items. The process is streamlined. In the initial days, the operations used to get involved in a lot of benign and other activities, but now the process is streamlined. We are leveraging the auto-detection and remediation plans. The operations teams are now more involved in other business roles as well, not just looking into the logs and fetching out what's happening there. They have fixed a lot of things. Initially, they didn't have IAC code drift detection, cloud posture management, or security posture management, but they have those now. They purchased different vendors and did a merger with that. They have now Prisma Cloud that gets integrated and now they are working with Cortex Cloud. Everything that was negative has now been addressed, and the product altogether looks to be in a very better and mature shape now. Currently, it's more or less detecting the workloads with AI-based best practices. Since most organizations are consuming AI agents and other things, we are looking forward to seeing what other feature enhancements Palo Alto can support in that.

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Sooraj Makkancherrry

Security Operations Manager at Philips

Doesn't have daily updates, which is important for healthcare IT

I face challenges with the exclusion policy - it still scans folders we told it not to, causing issues. When we contact support, they tell us to update the latest agent, but we can't do that immediately due to medical device protocols and validation testing. I wish support would try to understand our issues better instead of giving this standard response. The machine learning feature they use often tells us to upgrade the agent or add things to the exclusion list, which isn't unacceptable. It's a very good and new technology as a tool and antivirus. But sometimes, it doesn't work properly with our medical devices and products, quarantining files it shouldn't even after we add them to exclusions. This is tricky for us.

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Kok Keong-Low

Senior Technical Manager at Flexaccel

Remote access has become seamless and secure while deployment remains simple for our users

Performance could be improved today. People are now moving toward SASE, which stands for Secure Access, Secure Edge Solution. Fortinet also has that offering, which would be easier since it operates through the cloud, acting as a first line of defense. When the user connects to the internet, they connect to the cloud first for posture assessment and monitoring before connecting to the outside world. The impact is significant because nowadays people are adopting SASE. During COVID time, many users were trying to connect back to their office, causing the performance or CPU utilization of the firewall to increase tremendously, which slowed down performance. I have not worked with endpoint telemetry in Fortinet FortiClient that could have been helpful for threat mitigation.

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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

"Once you become familiar with it, Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is a more powerful tool and I would say that I prefer it over MDE because it is a stronger tool for me."

"The interface is easy to use and it is more up to date than our previous solution."

"One of the main benefits of the solution is its intelligence to correlate the events into an incident."

"The normal protection was really effective, and we detected situations that if we didn't have Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks, it's highly likely that we would have been affected, but it protected the infrastructure."

"Cortex covers everything I need. It's a perfect solution. Cortex provides a different level of visibility because it's an extended EDR, allowing you to grab logs from the network and firewalls. Palo Alto invented the concept of the extended EDR or XDR."

"The live terminal is probably the best thing ever. It gives you the access to get straight onto any machine."

"Cortex XDR lets us manage several clients from the same console, and its endpoint defense is more advanced than traditional antivirus."

"I like that the product has behavior-based detection which offers many benefits over signature-based detection."

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"It is a good endpoint solution. It is very easy to manage and detect the threat immediately. It will take the necessary actions."

"The deployment of updates is easy."

"The Application Guard and ByteGuard are useful features."

"CylancePROTECT works on AI technology, is always up to date, and uses very few resources on your devices."

"Does malware analysis. Blocks WannaCry and other attacks that have come out."

"The most functional item that we use is the process to turn off the false flags that it causes."

"It actively monitors the behavior and activity of processes and will, without hesitation, terminate at root anything it determines to be suspect."

"The solution is stable; it was no problem and all went quite well, with no bugs or freezes."

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"The performance of FortiClient is impressive."

"The product is user-friendly."

"We use this to connect the data VPN from the remote office to the headquarters."

"The solution's TNA feature blocks devices from entering the network that do not meet compliance protocols."

"The most valuable features of FortiClient are its VPN capabilities and its use as an anti-malware and anti-spam solution."

"It supports securely connections for VPN users from outside our environment during the lockdown."

"With FortiClient we can control the devices which are not in the office."

"Fortinet FortiClient provides several benefits such as saving time, saving money, and improving security."

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Cons

"It's not an ideal choice for smaller businesses, as you need a minimum of 200 endpoints to even use the solution at all."

"In the next release, I would like to see more UI improvements. Their UI is a bit basic. When we are speaking about Palo Alto Networks they are the big company, so they can improve the UI a little bit. The UI, the reports, the log system can all be improved."

"The setup is quite easy. We had appropriate support from the manager. One thing that was missing was the integration part."

"Enhancing UI simplicity and playbook flexibility are areas that could benefit from more low-code automation options for smoother integrations."

"The onboarding process could be better."

"The solution should enhance the ADR and reporting."

"Managing the product should be easier."

"Additionally, I think the price is very high, and if it can be adjusted, I believe it will be a very good solution."

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"The process of whitelisting a script that you want to be able to run can be a little bit difficult, or awkward."

"I would like to see them fix the alerting system so that the endpoint reporting is a bit more streamlined."

"The price for this EPP platform is expensive and could be improved."

"The problem is, for me, sometimes it creeps into the computers and into the servers that we want to get running."

"It just doesn't make you feel like you're getting covered or have the best protection, which you should have."

"We would like to see secure integration and multi-factor authentication to be able to access the administration dashboard."

"For advanced security, I wouldn't."

"The company that sells us the licenses sometimes doesn't know how to do certain things."

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"I heard that Fortinet is going to enhance the firmware to have mobile versions. One is like Linux long-term support SCS and one with new features, but there is no support here. We spoke with the vendor multiple times, and they said that they will release these features soon."

"The only thing that is lacking in this product is the support. Their support can be improved."

"The solution could add data to the endpoint."

"It would be nice to see more in hand features in terms of the DLP, so that the solution can be integrated with the DLP, as well as more reporting features on the end point."

"The endpoint side of FortiClient needs improvement, specifically the agent-based endpoint, which requires enhancements in detection and additional features to reduce bugs."

"One challenge we faced was with the installation."

"There isn't much to improve in terms of features and comparison with other vendors. It just needs to stay more up to date in catching the malware. The user interface may be improved, which would be a minor enhancement. Unlike central management, in endpoint security, the end users don't need to keep looking at the endpoint user interface. The technology is the most important thing in endpoint security."

"For buying or deploying it with additional features, apart from VPN client, web security, or antivirus, I would like to see the USB key blocking function included in this solution for endpoint security. For endpoint security, you need antivirus and all of the features included in antivirus software these days, web security, and USB key locking feature. If it is implemented in a way that in one package, you have all the primary features needed for security these days, it would be nice. All of those features will probably be additionally charged as it is a web security feature on FortiClient."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is cost-effective compared to similar solutions. It fits for the small businesses through to the big businesses."

"The price of the solution could be reduced. I have customers that have voiced that the solution is good for the value but if I want to sell more of the solution the price reduction would help."

"Our license will require renewal in August, after which the maintenance will continue as usual."

"If one wishes to work with another team or large number of users at a future point, he must purchase a license for them."

"The pricing seems fair, and I do like the licensing model. You use wherever they are, and it is elastic."

"Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks is quite an expensive solution."

"Licensing for Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR can be costly, especially when it comes to a hundred users. A license is required for each user, and the subscription must be renewed on a yearly basis."

"When we first bought it, it was a bit expensive, but it was worth it. The licensing was straightforward."

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"The initial end-point cost may seem a little high (~$55/device/year) but when you look at the total peace of mind that the solution provides, with no reboots for updates, and negligible performance impact, it is well worth it."

"We pay our license on a yearly basis and have just renewed for two years."

"We went through a third party initially to do the renewal, but we won't be renewing, we will move on to something else."

"This cost of the license is approximately $5 USD monthly per user."

"The solution provides me with competitive pricing."

"The solution's pricing is around the same as most EDRs but slightly behind some of the major ones."

"It's not so heavily priced; rather, it's average and decent."

"Review closely how many endpoints you actually need before buying into a pricing level. Deal and deal with the VAR of your choice."

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"The price is reasonable compared to competitors, it is very good."

"An annual license costs about 1.5 to 3,000 US dollars. There are no additional costs."

"Licensing was free up to ten users and after that, it was pretty reasonable."

"The licensing fee varies with what one is trying to accomplish. It can range from being free to costing several hundred thousand dollars per year."

"FortiClient is costly."

"It is not that expensive. It was within the range. A dollar per user per month is nothing."

"The pricing is a six out of ten."

"The solution is not expensive. We need more discounted rates in Pakistan. The price of the solution could be reduced to be more affordable for the solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Comms Service Provider

14%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Construction Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Construction Company

11%

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Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

10%

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Small Business

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Small Business	50
Midsize Enterprise	21
Large Enterprise	57

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Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	5
Large Enterprise	14

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Small Business	59
Midsize Enterprise	23
Large Enterprise	25

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Also Known As

Cyvera, Cortex XDR, Palo Alto Networks Traps

Blackberry Protect

FortiClient

Overview

Cortex XDR by Palo Alto Networks provides advanced threat detection with AI-driven endpoint protection and seamless integration, ensuring multi-layered security and automatic threat response.

Cortex XDR is designed to safeguard endpoints against malware and suspicious activities. It offers advanced threat detection and response capabilities using behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning. It seamlessly integrates with security infrastructures, providing endpoint security, firewall integration, and enhanced visibility in both cloud-based and on-premises environments.

What are the key features of Cortex XDR?

Advanced Threat Detection: Uses AI and machine learning for proactive threat identification.
Multi-layered Security: Combines various security measures for comprehensive protection.
Endpoint Protection: Safeguards against malware and exploits.
Behavioral Analysis: Monitors suspicious activity for early detection.
Automatic Threat Response: Automates responses to neutralize threats.

What benefits should users expect?

Ease of Use: Simplifies security management with intuitive design.
Resource Efficiency: Minimizes impact on system resources.
Integration Capabilities: Works well with existing security setups.
Reduced Analyst Workload: Automates processes to decrease manual intervention.

Organizations in diverse sectors deploy Cortex XDR to protect against malware, leveraging its advanced threat detection capabilities. Its integration with existing security infrastructures appeals to those seeking comprehensive protection in both cloud and on-premises environments, providing enhanced visibility and threat intelligence.

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BlackBerry Cylance Cybersecurity, renowned for its AI-driven approach, provides comprehensive endpoint protection against sophisticated threats, including ransomware and zero-day attacks, ensuring security without frequent updates.

Known for its lightweight design, BlackBerry Cylance integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver a powerful cybersecurity platform. Businesses benefit from its low CPU usage and advanced threat detection, utilizing a centralized dashboard for seamless management. Cylance's predictive intelligence and ability to block unauthorized applications make it invaluable in safeguarding both internal networks and endpoints. Despite its high pricing, users seek improvements in information display, post-incident details, and reporting features, alongside better script whitelisting and modernized interface.

What are its most important features?

Lightweight Design: Ensures minimal impact on system resources.
AI and Machine Learning: Enhances threat detection capabilities without relying on constant updates.
Endpoint Protection: Provides robust security for desktops, servers, and virtual machines.
Script Blocking: Prevents unauthorized scripts from running.
Centralized Dashboard: Simplifies management and monitoring tasks.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Predictive Intelligence: Offers proactive threat prevention, reducing risks of zero-day attacks.
Ease of Deployment: Facilitates faster, streamlined implementation across global systems.
Low CPU Usage: Maintains system performance while providing security.
Comprehensive Threat Analytics: Delivers actionable insights for enhanced security planning.

Organizations in sectors such as finance and healthcare deploy BlackBerry Cylance for its sophisticated security measures, enhanced threat analytics, and device control capabilities, ensuring operations remain secure even within closed network environments.

BlackBerry

Fortinet FortiClient is a comprehensive security tool, renowned for its VPN capabilities and seamless remote access, making it ideal for businesses seeking efficient endpoint protection and secure remote work options.

FortiClient integrates well with Fortinet systems, offering user-friendly features and centralized management. It supports Active Directory, multi-factor authentication, and delivers robust security measures including web filtering and antivirus. As a cost-effective solution, it provides rapid connectivity, scalability, and performance for businesses. While valued for its functionality, users seek improvements in management simplicity, web filtering, multifactor authentication, and version compatibility. Challenges include occasional slow connections, support quality, and pricing concerns. Areas needing enhancement involve deployment, stability, security, and reporting. Frequent updates demand better endpoint detection, broader integration, and reliable connectivity with improved documentation and analytics.

What are the key features of Fortinet FortiClient?

VPN Capabilities: Enables secure remote access and integrates with Fortinet firewalls for protected connectivity.
Antivirus and Malware Protection: Offers comprehensive security for laptops and desktops against cyber threats.
User-Friendly Interface: Simplifies management with intuitive controls and centralized features.
Active Directory Integration: Seamlessly connects with existing directory services for streamlined access management.

What benefits should users consider when evaluating Fortinet FortiClient?

Cost-Effectiveness: Provides a unified security solution that balances performance with affordability.
Scalability: Easily adapts to changing business needs with scalable features and capabilities.
Performance: Ensures rapid and reliable connectivity for remote operations and endpoint protection.
Security Enhancement: Offers comprehensive protection against threats, ensuring business continuity and data security.

In specific industries, FortiClient is utilized in sectors such as finance and healthcare, where high levels of security are mandatory. It enables secure VPN access to critical systems and data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Education institutions deploy FortiClient to protect academic data and facilitate remote learning environments, safeguarding both faculty and student interactions online.

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Sample Customers

CBI Health Group, University Honda, VakifBank

Panasonic, Noble Energy, Apria Healthcare Group Inc., Charles River Laboratories, Rovi Corporation, Toyota, Kiewit

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

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