Fortinet FortiGate Cloud vs N-able N-central comparison

The compared Fortinet and N-able solutions aren't in the same category. Fortinet is ranked #4 in Firewall Security Management , with an average rating of 8.3, and holds a 4.9% mindshare in the category. N-able is ranked #5 in RMM , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 10.6% mindshare. Additionally, 95% of Fortinet users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of N-able users who would recommend it.

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Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiGate Cloud

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.7

Number of Reviews

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Firewall Security Management (4th)

N-able N-central

Average Rating

8.8

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

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Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) (5th)

Mindshare comparison

Fortinet FortiGate Cloud and N-able N-central aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is designed for Firewall Security Management and holds a mindshare of 4.9%, down 5.4% compared to last year.
N-able N-central, on the other hand, focuses on Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM), holds 10.6% mindshare, down 11.3% since last year.

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Featured Reviews

Martin Ellmann

Chief Executive Officer at EE Solutions GmbH

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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Jallad Ahmad

Senior Manager, Cloud at a media company with 10,001+ employees

Optimizes device management and has an easy deployment

Customers that we manage do not have IT, but they still want to manage the PCs if they have any issues or any patches. They want to keep the operating system up to the latest version. They need support for their employees on the device itself. We use N-central to get access to the device, and we…

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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 solution works well for remote or branch offices."

"The most valuable features of Fortinet FortiGate Cloud are ease of use and the simplicity of maintenance and configuration. Additionally, the modularity of the solution is very easy to handle, it is convenient."

"The most valuable feature of the solution is the remote management capability."

"The Fortianalyzer is the most valuable aspect of this solution"

"It’s easy to implement."

"Fortinet FortiGate Cloud makes it easy to manage different firewalls in different branches or locations from one place."

"Our customers implement this solution so that they can be assured of security in their environment."

"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."

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"I like the remote connectivity, reporting suite, and patch management module."

"It's a very robust product. They're continuing to invest and put new enhancements into the product. They're very open about what their roadmap is, which is very good for us because then as a business, we can plan."

"N-able N-central is very scalable."

"N-able N-central has numerous good features. The asset tracking capability is powerful, allowing you to track hardware and software on devices connected to your network. The remote control is smooth, securely enabling remote access to servers and routers. It can be integrated with ticketing systems and other tools like CrowdStrike and N-able EDR for comprehensive network monitoring and security. The automation feature is handy, allowing you to schedule tasks, respond to system triggers, and automate problem resolution, such as handling disk space issues automatically."

"The most valuable feature of N-able N-central is the many options it has."

"The solution's service is good."

"The support is at a good level. So normally, we can always get to a solution when we are stuck with some monitoring problems that we encounter."

"The most valuable features of N-central are its ease of deployment and ease of use."

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Cons

"We needed to do some training to be able to implement Fortinet FortiGate Cloud and after the training, we did the implementation in-house."

"I recommend that Fortinet FortiGate Cloud improve their rules for configuration with each other."

"The solution could improve by having a Russian interface."

"In the email security modules they have in their UTM, maybe they can include more extended or expanded features for the email security where users can have their own portal login to release blocked emails, as an example."

"Fortinet should simplify the licensing model. It's too complex for decision-makers to choose from the range of options. Handling the pricing model is a nightmare, so it's difficult to sell the solution."

"They're still trying to digest that Meru acquisition and need a plan."

"GUI access could be improved. It should be simpler to access everything from the portal. Once we log in to the portal, we should be able to access all the Fortinet Cloud options."

"The Linux version currently lacks some of the latest features, notably in the IPv6 tool stack, which is available for Windows clients."

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"Involving AI in the platform could improve it further."

"There is room for improvement in the development of custom monitoring services."

"The integration with other applications could be better."

"N-central has limited mobile device management (MDM) support, specifically for Android devices. This limitation affected a deal with a client who had numerous Android devices to manage. It would be beneficial if N-central could expand its MDM support to include Android devices."

"The solution's overall integration should be improved."

"The industry has moved towards Redfish for out-of-band and in-band monitoring, yet N-able N-central still relies on older protocols like SNMP."

"The support from our direct team is very good, but the support from their day-to-day ongoing help desk isn't that good. They have still got some work to do on that, but they have been focusing on that a lot over the last number of years. So, it has gotten a lot better than it was."

"N-able N-central could improve the remote access, my technicians have complained about it. They have used other free tools instead to compensate, such as TeamViewer. Additionally, when using remote access on the web, it is lacking reports."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We need to pay a yearly licensing fee for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud."

"The price of the solution is high compare to competitors."

"The license for Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is annual."

"All the consulting and deployment charges are included in the product's licenses. There are no additional costs."

"Fortinet has a good price, and I would give it a four out of five. There are no additional fees."

"The price of Fortinet FortiGate Cloud is reasonable when compared to Juniper and others, we are happy. We have a three-year subscription."

"On a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap and ten is expensive, I rate the pricing a one or two. The pricing is suitable for our company."

"Every year, the product's prices go up and it has been continuing since the past three years. I have seen that the feedback related to the product from our department is that there is always a need for new devices without which there would be no security."

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"N-able N-central is not an expensive solution."

"The pricing and licensing are average, almost six out of ten."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

18%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Financial Services Firm

Computer Software Company

15%

Comms Service Provider

Government

Performing Arts

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Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

Questions from the Community

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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What do you like most about N-able N-central?

The solution's service is good.

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What needs improvement with N-able N-central?

One of my personal challenges with N-able N-central is the monitoring of services for server hardware. The industry has moved towards Redfish for out-of-band and in-band monitoring, yet N-able N-ce...

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What is your primary use case for N-able N-central?

Our primary use case for N-able N-central is monitoring. As an administrator, I frequently work with N-able N-central for monitoring, spending approximately fifty percent of my time on it.

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Also Known As

FortiCloud, FortiGate Cloud

SolarWinds N-central, SolarWinds MSP N-central

Overview

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.

Fortinet

N-able N-central is a comprehensive tool for monitoring networks, managing assets, automation, remote access, patch management, and ensuring system security. It is predominantly used by managed services providers to manage systems, servers, routers, and firewalls.

N-able N-central provides robust remote management and monitoring functionalities. It offers a user-friendly GUI and strong asset tracking capabilities. Integration with ticketing systems, CrowdStrike, and N-able EDR enhances monitoring and security. Automation features allow scheduling tasks, responding to system triggers, and automating problem resolution. Users appreciate ongoing enhancements and transparency about its roadmap.

What are the key features of N-able N-central?

Remote Connectivity: Provides smooth remote control for troubleshooting and support.
Reporting Suite: Offers comprehensive reporting tools for network insights.
Patch Management: Efficiently manages system updates to maintain security.
Intuitive GUI: User-friendly interface backed by solid support.
Asset Tracking: Powerful tracking of all managed devices.
Integration: Supports ticketing systems and security tools like CrowdStrike and N-able EDR.
Automation: Schedules tasks and automates problem resolution.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in the reviews?

Enhanced Efficiency: Automation and integration streamline workflows.
Improved Security: Robust monitoring and security features protect networks.
Cost Savings: Comprehensive tool reduces the need for multiple solutions.
Ease of Use: Intuitive interface and strong support simplify management.
Scalability: Grows with business needs, managing a large number of devices.

N-able N-central is widely implemented across various industries, providing essential network management and security functionalities. It is particularly useful for managed services providers in sectors such as healthcare, finance, and education, where robust monitoring, remote access, and asset management are critical for operational efficiency.

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

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