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Fortinet FortiClient vs Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiClient
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
13th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
99
Ranking in other categories
Endpoint Compliance (2nd), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (1st)
Veritas Desktop and Laptop ...
Ranking in Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
54th
Average Rating
5.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.4
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP) category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiClient is 1.8%, down from 2.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option is 0.0%, down from 0.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP)
 

Featured Reviews

MuhammadJahangir - PeerSpot reviewer
Users only need to install the VPN and authenticate with their email address
I primarily use remote VPN solutions to connect securely. We have configured both site-to-site VPN and remote VPN, and it is connected to FortiClient Implementing this solution has streamlined time management in our organization. Without SSO, we would need manual configuration for each PC, but…
NM
Though support needs improvement, the tool is easy to maintain and scale up
Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option's server and GUI are of an old style that could be improved. In the solution, the number of errors we have are not so intuitive to fix, because of which an older person like me needs to be here, making it the last and worst thing of the solution. The support team of the product lacks skills and needs improvement. I would have mentioned that Veritas needs to make their solution available in the cloud, but I am sure they already have it.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"It’s really easy to use."
"The solution offers great stability."
"It’s easy to use."
"The service is centralized."
"The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiClient is its performance."
"Starting from FortiGate and from the EMS server, you have to begin at the endpoint, and that's the most useful thing about using FortiClient."
"It is very simple to use. I've used some of the others in the past, such as Cisco AnyConnect, which was a nightmare. I've used a couple of others, but FortiClient is very simple to use."
"It is a scalable product."
"The solution provides an easy GUI allowing you to use it as a backup and restore your computer whenever you want, following administrator rules."
 

Cons

"Sometimes there are issues when we are trying to connect."
"The filtering process could be improved."
"The endpoint side of FortiClient needs improvement, specifically the agent-based endpoint, which requires enhancements in detection and additional features to reduce bugs."
"While we like patch management, it would be nice if it could handle patch management for other solutions, like Microsoft."
"There are compatibility issues, and sometimes, especially with macOS, it's difficult to set up properly."
"The support can be improved. They have room to improve by deploying more support resources."
"The pricing is not cheaper compared to competitors. For price satisfaction, it rates at seven out of ten and could be improved."
"The features for application control and device control must be improved."
"The support team of the product lacks skills and needs improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."
"The price is okay and competitive."
"The solution's scalability is inexpensive."
"The pricing is good because you get and end-to-end security solution in one package price."
"It is not that expensive. It was within the range. A dollar per user per month is nothing."
"The pricing is reasonable."
"Licensing was free up to ten users and after that, it was pretty reasonable."
"The solution is more cost efficient than Cisco, as FortiGate tends not to charge for the client license, which allows one to make free use of whatever is supported on the device."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Educational Organization
19%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
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Small Business
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Questions from the Community

How does Fortinet FortiClient compare with Open VPN Access Server?
Fortinet FortiClient is a feature-rich solution that is easy to use and deploy without sacrificing safety and security. It has a very fast connection rate and has a built-in VPN. With this solution...
What's the difference between Fortinet's FortiEDR and FortiClient?
I suggest Fortinet’s FortiEDR over FortiClient for several reasons. For starters, FortiEDR guarantees solid protection because it continually scans servers for emerging vulnerabilities, which gives...
What do you like most about Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option?
The solution provides an easy GUI allowing you to use it as a backup and restore your computer whenever you want, following administrator rules.
What needs improvement with Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option?
Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option's server and GUI are of an old style that could be improved. In the solution, the number of errors we have are not so intuitive to fix, because of which an older p...
What is your primary use case for Veritas Desktop and Laptop Option?
We use it as backup software for our desktops and computers. It works as an agent to protect the computers.
 

Also Known As

FortiClient
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Sample Customers

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