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We performed a comparison between Citrix ADM and Fortinet FortiManager based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Network Management Applications solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Citrix ADM vs. Fortinet FortiManager Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"We like the periodic upgrades and backups, also made via ADMs, and it makes our environment much more robust and reliable.""Available on any device and can be accessed on a wide area network.""The most impressive thing about Citrix ADM is that we don't encounter latency.""An essential component is the Director, which provides detailed insights into sessions, including identifying session failures, connection issues, user lockouts, etc. It presents a list of problems to address, enabling you to click on them and resolve them efficiently.""We use the product for load balancing and as a reverse proxy solution.""The analytics are a great feature.""Content filtering, security layer, and application customization features are the most valuable.""The most valuable features are for the ADMs and the overall monitoring environment."

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"The setup is very simple.""Central management system for Fortinet devices that's simple, scalable, and stable, with a straightforward setup.""The capability of centralized management is valuable. We can configure all firewall boxes with the same configuration.""I like the rapid deployment feature. I also like that it's easy to troubleshoot. FortiManager is amazing because we can have a centralized policy. All our devices are integrated, and we can also engage in troubleshooting. We can use it for different deployments. One fantastic feature is the ability to create a version and deploy it immediately.""Provides good and detailed log management.""The SD-WAN deployment environment, and the SD-WAN templates are particularly useful. Managing the solution is very intuitive. The initial setup of the solution was very straightforward.""There is something called zero-touch provisioning, where you can add a new device without any configuration. You just add it to FortiManager and then forget about it.""It is easy to set up the solution."

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Cons
"Deployment is complicated.""The tool's pricing is a pain point since we have many cheaper alternatives.""Citrix is more expensive than Horizon.""Some features of Citrix ADM are available on the cloud, which could really be helpful if they were available on an on-premise version.""I would like to see the virtual and desktop license included in the pricing.""The interface could be improved, some customers struggle with that.""They need to make the solution a little more familiar with easy study guides, learning videos, etc.""When a new version comes out, sometimes, my existing configuration gets wiped out. They should work on this so that my existing configuration doesn't get impacted with an upgrade to a newer version. There could also reduce frequent firmware upgrade activities and have a stable version so that once we upgrade it, we don't have to upgrade it for two to three years."

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"The documentation could be better.""The product is not very stable.""The reporting details have room for improvement.""FortiManager could improve by making it easier to port larger policy packages to the FortiGate firewalls. Sometimes, there's an issue when we install a big package of policies. If you have a couple thousand policies for FortiGate firewalls, it can take a few minutes to receive a response from the remote devices. It's only an issue when you're dealing with thousands of policies and installing them on a large number of devices.""For the IPSEC tunnels, Fortimanager doesn't have all of the features that are available on Fortigate.""We have experienced a series of minor bugs that necessitated contacted technical support on several occasions.""I prefer configuring rules and the VPN on the standalone device, not on the manager.""FortiManager should improve the integration with third-party platforms."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Its licensing cost is much higher than other products, but it is acceptable because it is a one-time investment, and we are getting our requirements fulfilled when we buy this product. So, there is no issue with the pricing."
  • "The pricing could be lower."
  • "Citrix ADM costs us approximately $5000 per month."
  • "I rate the tool's pricing an eight out of ten."
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  • "Fortinet FortiManager is not expensive at all if you compare it with other vendors like Check Point and Cisco. Fortinet products are the least expensive on the market in the category of firewalls."
  • "The licensing costs depend on how many devices you want to use."
  • "In comparison with other products, the price of FortiManager is reasonable."
  • "Fortinet is a high-end product and the cost is high. They should consider reducing the price, especially for existing customers."
  • "The license model they use depends on the size and is not limited to the users."
  • "This is an affordable solution, and its licensing model is based on the number of devices."
  • "For us, it is a little bit expensive."
  • "For the licensing fee, we paid around 10,000 to 15,000 euros."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:We use the product for load balancing and as a reverse proxy solution.
    Top Answer:The tool's pricing is a pain point since we have many cheaper alternatives.
    Top Answer:We use the product for load balancing and as a reverse proxy solution.
    Top Answer:The user interface, along with user-friendly planning features, makes it straightforward to configure desired settings.
    Top Answer:While I find the pricing somewhat higher compared to other options, it remains acceptable for now. I anticipate a growing demand for SD-WAN security in the future, particularly with Fortinet gaining… more »
    Top Answer:Issues arise when customers experience unstable electricity or poor grounding conditions. In such cases, their CPE or other devices on-site may become unreliable, leading to occasional configuration… more »
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    Also Known As
    Citrix Application Delivery Management, NetScaler MAS, NetScaler Management & Analytics System
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    Overview

    Citrix Application Delivery Management (ADM) is a centralized management solution. You can manage and monitor Citrix application networking products including Citrix Application Delivery Controllers (ADC) MPX, VPX, SDX, CPX, BLX, Citrix Gateway, Citrix Web Application Firewall (WAF), and Citrix SD-WAN

    Networks are constantly evolving due to threats, organizational growth, or new regulatory/business requirements. Traditional management products focus on mitigating company-wide threats through firewall policies, firmware updates, and keeping content security current. FortiManager offers the features to contain threats as well as providing flexibility to evolve along with your ever-changing network.

    Sample Customers
    Rhode & Schwarz
    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Top Industries
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    Government20%
    Financial Services Firm19%
    Computer Software Company8%
    Media Company6%
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    Computer Software Company32%
    Comms Service Provider26%
    Manufacturing Company13%
    Transportation Company6%
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    Computer Software Company20%
    Financial Services Firm8%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Comms Service Provider7%
    Company Size
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    Small Business22%
    Midsize Enterprise22%
    Large Enterprise56%
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    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise68%
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    Small Business45%
    Midsize Enterprise27%
    Large Enterprise29%
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    Small Business28%
    Midsize Enterprise18%
    Large Enterprise55%
    Buyer's Guide
    Citrix ADM vs. Fortinet FortiManager
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Citrix ADM vs. Fortinet FortiManager and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,386 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Citrix ADM is ranked 17th in Network Management Applications with 9 reviews while Fortinet FortiManager is ranked 3rd in Network Management Applications with 59 reviews. Citrix ADM is rated 8.4, while Fortinet FortiManager is rated 8.0. The top reviewer of Citrix ADM writes "We don’t encounter any latency and it is worth its price". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Fortinet FortiManager writes "Easy to set up with good integration capabilities but we've had troubles when moving devices". Citrix ADM is most compared with SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager and DX Spectrum, whereas Fortinet FortiManager is most compared with Fortinet FortiGate Cloud, Fortinet FortiOS, Cisco DNA Center, Zabbix and AlgoSec. See our Citrix ADM vs. Fortinet FortiManager report.

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