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Broadcom Network Flow Analysis vs Fortinet FortiGate Cloud comparison

The compared Broadcom and Fortinet solutions aren't in the same category. Broadcom is ranked #19 in NMA , with an average rating of 8.0, and holds a 0.7% mindshare in the category. Fortinet is ranked #4 in Firewall Security Management , with an average rating of 8.3, and holds a 4.8% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Broadcom users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 95% of Fortinet users who would recommend it.
Broadcom Network Flow Analysis
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100% willing to recommend
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud
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95% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Broadcom Network Flow Analysis
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
6
Ranking in other categories
Network Management Applications (19th), Network Monitoring Software (60th), Network Troubleshooting (12th)
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.3
Number of Reviews
78
Ranking in other categories
Firewall Security Management (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

Broadcom Network Flow Analysis and Fortinet FortiGate Cloud aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Broadcom Network Flow Analysis is designed for Network Management Applications and holds a mindshare of 0.7%, up 0.5% compared to last year.
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud, on the other hand, focuses on Firewall Security Management, holds 4.8% mindshare, down 5.4% since last year.
Network Management Applications
Firewall Security Management
 

Featured Reviews

Purneswara Rao - PeerSpot reviewer
A stable tool that helps identify the complete flow analysis in a network
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that the complete flow analysis can be identified through the tool. The classification of each protocol and how the bandwidth utilization is happening with the protocols while managing to get SLAs, IP protocols, and QoS metrics is possible because of the product.
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Martin Ellmann - PeerSpot reviewer
Offers users with a clear-to-understand functionalities
Integrating the tool with other solutions is very easy, so there is no problem with the product. I suggest other people take the best from the product since it is a really good solution. I would not change to a different product extension from Fortinet FortiGate Cloud as it makes you feel safe. If a customer wants to save his or her company, then it is better to get Fortinet FortiGate Cloud because it is one of the best solutions with which you can manage everything, like access points, switches, VLANs, and splitting of NAT, from one place. You can do it all from one point. With FortiGate, you can manage the VLANs, and you have them in every place, every switch, and every port. You can select the VLAN and the tool works. If Fortinet can become better, then it is even better. I rate the tool a ten out of ten.
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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

"This solution has helped our organization by allowing us to have visibility. We deal with cybersecurity, so visibility is very important."
"It is an overall stable solution."
"The solution's most valuable feature is its ease of use."
"It covers all needs of our customers and works well. It is also easy to deploy and troubleshoot."
"The tool is a mature product, ahead of brands like Sophos, though not quite at the Palo Alto or Checkpoint level. I'd rate it nine out of ten for being cost-effective and offering features similar to high-end options."
"One firewall box can contain various top-of-the-line services that are packaged together for easy administration."
"It's quite easy to use, and it's easy to find the necessary information from the web."
"The solution is quite stable. I haven't had issues with it crashing on me. I don't recall running into any bugs or glitches. It's very reliable so far."
"The solution includes a very stable VPN and IPS."
"The initial setup is relatively easy."
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Cons

"I would like to see more security features, like a lost protection package."
"Currently, Broadcom Network Flow Analysis does not support high-availability solutions, making it an area that needs improvement."
"The solution could improve by having a Russian interface."
"It would be better for us if Fortinet provided a private cloud, and they should provide more security on the public cloud. There are some minor issues with security with the public cloud. For example, anyone with a link can access the public cloud."
"The interface and dashboards should improve in Fortinet FortiGate Cloud. Other solutions have better graphical interfaces."
"When we're upgrading, it's sometimes quite challenging, especially firmware. We usually don't upgrade unless we have a bug, and we still feel it's not safe to react instead of being proactive. We often have some delays when updating FortiGuard, too."
"The solution is a bit expensive. Pricing is the only concern as it is too expensive."
"Fortinet FortiGate Cloud should improve its pricing. Also, its support is slow in Vietnam."
"The console or demonstration tool could be more user friendly."
"The SSL visibility could be better."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"If you make a DX NetOps-based purchase and the complete suite of products that fall under DX NetOps from Broadcom, then you get Network Flow Analysis along with DX NetOps Performance Management and DX Spectrum."
"We pay around $19,000 a year and do not pay for extra technical support."
"Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is a cost-effective solution. I rate its pricing a six out of ten. Pricing depends on the firewall model. If the firewall model's pricing is high, the solution's pricing also increases."
"The license for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is annual."
"The solution is mid-priced when compared to other products."
"I rate the product pricing as seven out of ten."
"We need to pay a yearly licensing fee for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud."
"The tool's pricing is fair. I rate it a six out of ten. You don't have to pay any additional costs."
"The license does not include many of the features that are necessary, which means that you have to pay extra for them."
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7%
 

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Broadcom Network Flow Analysis?
It is an overall stable solution.
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What needs improvement with Broadcom Network Flow Analysis?
Currently, Broadcom Network Flow Analysis does not support high-availability solutions, making it an area that needs improvement.
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What is your primary use case for Broadcom Network Flow Analysis?
I use Broadcom Network Flow Analysis in my company as it helps us deal with the classification of protocol, which will monitor the flow, and once we enable the flow in the network devices, we can s...
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What do you like most about Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
Fortinet FortiGate Cloud has valuable firewall, SSL VPN, and web filtering features.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
I am very satisfied with the price and licensing cost of Fortinet FortiGate Cloud, rating it an eight out of ten.
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What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiGate Cloud?
Some reports generated from Fortinet FortiGate Cloud are very organizational. It would be beneficial to allow the customers customization of reports. This customization would enable organizations t...
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Also Known As

CA NetQoS Reporter Analyzer, CA NFA, CA Network Flow Analysis
FortiCloud, FortiGate Cloud
 

Overview

CA Network Flow Analysis provides 100% visibility into the composition of network traffic across the enterprise, helping Network Administrators deliver optimal application performance and validating the impact of network infrastructure changes, resulting in returns on investment (ROI) of up to 150%.

Broadcom

FortiCloud can help with your wireless and security challenges in a number of ways. Our solution addresses common IT difficulties including time-consuming provisioning, high investment costs, complex management, vulnerability to advanced threats, and the need to easily scale with growth.

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