Fortinet FortiGate vs Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] comparison

Fortinet and TrendAI are both solutions in the Secure Web Gateways (SWG) category. Additionally, 92% of Fortinet users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 83% of TrendAI users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Feb 26, 2026

Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] and Fortinet FortiGate are products in the network security category. Fortinet FortiGate has the upper hand due to its advanced security features that justify its higher price point, offering more comprehensive protection.

Features: Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] provides effective URL filtering and malware protection, famous for its ease and effectiveness in threat detection. Fortinet FortiGate offers a comprehensive security suite, including deep packet inspection, firewall capabilities, and VPN support, giving it an edge in extensive security provision.

Room for Improvement: Trend Micro can enhance its range of features and improve its competitive pricing to match feature-rich competitors. Its real-time monitoring and threat response might also benefit from advancement. Customer service accessibility needs expansion. Fortinet FortiGate could simplify deployment to cater better to less experienced teams. Enhancements to pricing flexibility would make it more accessible to budget-conscious users. Lastly, refining documentation to reduce complexity would ease implementation.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] is easy to deploy and offers quick customer support, making it ideal for quick setups. Fortinet FortiGate, while requiring a more complex installation, provides extensive documentation and resources, which aid smoother deployment for experienced teams.

Pricing and ROI: Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] is cost-effective for initial setups and appealing to budget-conscious operations. Fortinet FortiGate, though more costly, delivers long-term value through a comprehensive feature set and enhanced security, offering a potential for a higher ROI for businesses prioritizing long-term security investments.

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iboss

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reviewer2701851

Managing Director

Enhances web security with a single pane of glass and flexible deployment

I don't see any need for improvement; one of the really good things about iboss as a company is that they listen to customer feedback. I have suggested enhancements, and they are responsive, making changes for the better, and they do a lot of testing. To improve iboss, although we haven't used it, we considered the VPN solution that comes with the highest tier licensing, which includes DLP and various other add-ons. We prefer using another product which automatically logs you back onto your network when turning on your PC. With iboss, the connection is manual, which doesn't meet our needs. Additionally, sizing can be tricky because, although the initial recommendations may seem adequate, actual usage may require more gateways than anticipated.

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Abhinandan Yadav

Network Security Engineer at Arrow PC Network Pvt Ltd

Unified security and sd-wan have improved uptime and cut wan costs for multi-site branches

Users report stability issues in certain versions, which requires regular updates. Real-world attacks have also highlighted the need for urgent patching of vulnerabilities.Fortinet FortiGate, while a powerful and feature-rich web firewall, could improve in areas like firmware stability, documentation, and ease of use. The learning curve can be steep for some users. For beginners, support quality can vary, and frequent updates with occasional vulnerabilities call for careful patch management. However, once Fortinet FortiGate is configured, it remains highly reliable and efficient. Customer support needs improvement, as I find it very slow, with reports from other users reflecting that customer support is inadequate.

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Vladimir Alexandrov

CEO at Chorus

Consistent web protection has prevented incidents and supports flexible hybrid security models

I would rate Trend Micro Web Security a nine, but not because I have some issues in mind. I have only seen a bit better product. I was also a McAfee partner some time ago, when there was still McAfee. Some features definitely in McAfee were better than what I see in Trend Micro. I cannot tell what Trend Micro could learn from web security products of their competitors because this product has not existed for at least eight years now for McAfee, and I have no experience with other competitors. But relative to my experience and expertise, I should rate it a ten, but still I am a bit cautious because other products also have great features and these features are not covered 100% by Trend Micro. I cannot tell what additional features I would like to see in the next release, but when I see such a feature, it is very compelling. When you get into a new car and this car has something new and great, adaptive suspension, whatever, you just feel a nice feeling and you want this car. That is how I feel. I have not complained that something is missing from Trend Micro product, but I have seen in specific examples some great ideas in competition.

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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

"Granular setup, which was able to set different levels of filters using the OUs in the AD."

"iboss is easy to use despite its complexity. Multiple engineers manage it, but it's significantly more straightforward to administer than traditional VPNs and web proxies."

"iboss is among the few products providing inline filtering where no application is needed on the device."

"The iboss system is highly reliable. The false positive rates are small compared to some other systems we've experienced through other partner agencies who use competing solutions."

"The security aspect of the solution, particularly the malware behind it, is excellent. That's something that really helped us out. It's not just a simple proxy that just blocks the insights of potential threats that come on behind it. They do malware detection and that helps us a lot."

"Content filtering is the most useful feature of iboss."

"Our primary use case for this product is DLP,"

"The security aspect of the solution, particularly the malware behind it, is excellent."

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"The stability of the solution is excellent, as it is with other Fortinet products."

"In terms of security, we have not experienced any security flaws or loopholes, and it has proven to be quite stable."

"Fortinet FortiGate appears to be scalable."

"The payment function for applications is good."

"Fortinet FortiGate serves as the first line of defense, it is robust and easy to configure, and I haven't seen any breaches happening when configured properly based on best practices."

"The web tutor and automatic rules by schedule are good features."

"The VPN is the most valuable feature."

"The Fortinet FortiGate IPS has a good interface and integration."

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"It prevents phishing attacks, ransomware attacks, and other threats that can compromise data."

"It has just about everything we need at a good value."

"I feel that it is a user-friendly product that provides quick response to users."

"Trend Micro effectively supports our remote workforce by securing our web servers from external threats, particularly browser security."

"Trend Micro Web Security is used to protect the organizations from shoulder surfing and it also does certain classifications to provide protection not only from a security point of view, but also from a GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) point of view."

"Trend Micro Web Security is a great product; it is compatible with anything on the market in my opinion, very competitive and very flexible, and for at least 20 years it has always been top of the line."

"The real-time threat detection capability of Trend Micro Web Security has had a positive impact on our security."

"Overall, I would rate this solution a ten out of ten."

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Cons

"Sometimes, obviously, there are bugs."

"Our biggest problem with their service was it did not recognize the device and filtering did not always work correctly."

"Its pricing could be better."

"Fold that in with the risk intelligence they're getting from all of the different subscriptions they are a part of. Now, these security companies subscribe to things like emerging threats, databases, etc. You can fold all this intelligence to decide what's happening on an endpoint. I would love to see them start moving into that space. That would compete directly with Microsoft. Maybe that's why they haven't. Having that ability native within the solution would be great. The other area in which I would love to see improvement is more detailed descriptions of why they block websites."

"If they could implement an extra security layer preventing access to iboss from the open internet, it would be great."

"SSL decryption: We had issues with learners using apps instead of using web browsers."

"To scale up, a new iboss Node Blade Chassis must be purchased."

"I have heard they are doing DDoS filtering, but I am not certain if they are implementing it correctly."

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"We would like to see an improvement in the consistency of the product's performance levels."

"In terms of pricing, the solution is a bit expensive, but I think it was a better option than Checkpoint, which is why I replaced it."

"There are too many updates coming for VPN, and the VPN keeps disconnecting frequently, which I find problematic."

"It can be a little bit more user-friendly in terms of policy definition and implementation. It seems a little bit complicated, and it could be simplified."

"Scalability is one of the disadvantages. When it comes to scalability, you have to actually change the box."

"Quality control on their firmware versions needs improvement."

"The initial setup and configuration are not intuitive and require training."

"The issue with Fortinet FortiGate is the many security CVEs around; I have read there are probably multiple critical CVEs above 9.0 in Fortinet FortiGate products."

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"The system should generate reports when an attack has been stopped, contained, or removed."

"There are multiple ways Web Security could improve, such as usability and web access to several programming modes."

"What could help Trend Micro Web Security in terms of improvement is the addition of a DDoS protection feature. It also needs to be more comprehensive to meet the needs of large-sized companies."

"The interface could be improved; we need it to be more user-friendly."

"There is room for improvement in the anti-malware capabilities."

"The costs are a bit high in terms of licensing."

"I would like to see better scalability and better performance."

"The licensing is paid annually. It is a little bit expensive when you compare it to the competition."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The overall pricing for iboss is very competitive and transparent."

"It is not expensive, and it is also not cheap. iboss is priced right in the sweet spot for the number of features it offers."

"We have not priced the solution recently, but they were competitive with other vendors in the past."

"It is probably in line with other solutions, but I do not deal with the financial side."

"We had the cost of purchasing a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs. However, the following year, the cost of just licensing was similar to what was paid the previous year for a new appliance along with the implementation and licensing costs."

"It is expensive compared to one of its competitors."

"The price of the license and warranty can be better because it is very expensive."

"We have the full license that included all of the features and support."

"If you are looking for a quality product, it will come at a higher price. Expecting them to be significantly cheaper is unrealistic. In terms of pricing, it is a bit costly. However, the functionality and support offered are worth it."

"Although the solution's pricing is high, compared with other products, it may be cheap."

"Its price is good."

"Fortinet FortiGate is cheaper than Palo Alto. It is about 20% cheaper."

"Fortinet has one or two license types, and the VPN numbers are only limited by the hardware chassis make."

"Pricing for this product is comparatively lower than other products. It's an affordable solution, but when expanding the number of users, they'll ask you to replace the model, so that's an added cost."

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"The license is yearly and user based."

"The solution is expensive in terms of deployment."

"We have found this product to be very cost effective. The endpoint product costs roughly $20, and when purchasing the endpoint product, there are multiple other features included."

"I don't remember the exact pricing, but I think that it is approximately $10.00 per user."

"I rate the product's price a five on a scale of one to ten, where one is low price and ten is high price."

"There's annual and monthly options for the license. When you're on the managed services option, it's monthly. They're also setting up an option via AWS where there will be a monthly option via the AWS shopfront."

"It is pricey. Trend Micro has been in the field for 30 years, so you have to pay a premium amount for that."

"We pay for the license on an annual basis."

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Comparison Review

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Senior Technical Consultant with 51-200 employees

Jan 3, 2016

Sophos UTM vs. Fortinet FortiGate

I have used both Sophos and Fortinet products in production and I have found the Sophos UTM appliances (hardware and virtual) to be a better fit most of the time -- with a few caveats which I will touch on below. In both instances, the transition from TMG will be mostly straightforward. The main…

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Also Known As

iBoss Cloud Platform

Fortinet FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall

Virus Wall, VirusWall, Trend Micro VirusWall

Overview

Iboss offers a comprehensive cloud-based security platform valued for its scalability and autonomous features, ensuring robust security with easy deployment and management capabilities.

Renowned for its robust security architecture, Iboss integrates seamlessly within diverse networks, delivering efficient granular filtering and advanced content categorization. Its single pane of glass console provides ease of management, allowing rapid scalability suitable for rapidly deploying environments. Operates in BYOD setups due to inline filtering without device installation. Integration with cloud-based applications enhances user control, and features like SASE, SSL inspection, and ChatGPT risk protection stand as highlights. Despite its strengths, users have pointed out areas for enhancement like direct navigation in reports, SSL decryption, and better cloud integration while having room to improve data loss prevention.

What are the most important features of Iboss?

Scalability: Supports rapid deployment across diverse networks.
SASE: A consolidated approach to secure access.
SSL Inspection: Ensures safe data transmission.
Granular Filtering: Detailed control over accessible content.
Single Pane Management: Unifies control through a centralized console.

What benefits should users consider in reviews?

Cost-effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing with robust features.
Autonomous Operation: Reduces management overhead.
Responsive Support: Provides assistance when needed.
Flexible Deployment: Available for both cloud and on-premises environments.

The usage of Iboss spans educational institutions, specifically K-12, to enforce internet policies, protect data, and support remote work environments. It provides web filtering and security frameworks to ensure safe browsing. Its platform-as-a-service model offers flexibility for both cloud-based and on-premises requirements, integrating seamlessly to deliver enhanced security features suitable for various deployment needs including zero trust, CASB, and network security for work-from-home setups.

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Fortinet FortiGate is a versatile network security tool offering features like VPN, firewall, web filtering, intrusion prevention, and scalability. It is known for its performance and integration with other Fortinet products, making it a preferred choice for robust cybersecurity.

Fortinet FortiGate stands out as a comprehensive cybersecurity solution with strong performance and ease of configuration. It delivers unified threat management, integrating features such as dynamic routing, SD-WAN support, and centralized management. Despite its strengths, improvements in the web interface's stability, pricing structures, and reporting capabilities are needed. Users seek better integration with third-party tools and automation advancements to enhance the experience further. These enhancements, alongside improvements in bandwidth management and the reduction of licensing costs, are points of interest for users looking to capitalize on FortiGate's extensive capabilities.

What are Fortinet FortiGate's key features?

VPN: Ensures secure remote connections.
Firewall: Protects against unauthorized access.
Web Filtering: Blocks malicious sites and content.
Application Control: Manages and controls applications.
Intrusion Prevention: Detects and prevents vulnerabilities.
SSL Inspection: Enhances security by inspecting encrypted traffic.

What benefits should be considered when evaluating Fortinet FortiGate?

Affordability: Offers cost-effective security solutions.
Reliability: Known for consistent and stable performance.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with other Fortinet products.
Comprehensive Protection: Provides broad threat protection capabilities.

Fortinet FortiGate is widely implemented across industries as a primary firewall system for securing internet gateways and safeguarding data centers. It supports businesses in achieving SD-WAN integration and enhances cybersecurity by providing essential features like antivirus, web filtering, and application control. Enterprises utilize FortiGate for securing remote connections and ensuring compliance with security standards, making it adaptable for different network sizes and industries.

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Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] integrates machine learning, endpoint security, and Zero Trust technology to offer comprehensive threat detection and protection. It supports cloud filtering, access control, and advanced DLP licensing for effective monitoring and security management across environments.

Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] is designed for robust protection against threats like hacking, malware, and ransomware. Combining features such as centralized management with OWASP Top 10 monitoring, it facilitates proactive web filtering, identity management, and cloud security. Enhanced with HTTP decryption rules and patch updates, users benefit from responsive support and reliable stability. Despite its comprehensive capabilities, improvements are needed in reporting, performance, anti-malware enhancement, and cost efficiency, especially for scalability and multi-tenant use. Companies capitalize on its sandboxing, URL filtering, and application control to secure on-premises and cloud infrastructures. Its potential is enriched yet requires enhancements in site blacklisting, SQL injection security, and DDoS protection.

What are the key features of Trend Micro Web Security [EOL]?

Machine Learning: Enhances threat detection accuracy.
Endpoint Security: Protects endpoints from security breaches.
Zero Trust Technology: Ensures strict identity verification.
Cloud Filtering: Monitors and secures cloud environments.
Advanced DLP Licensing: Safeguards sensitive data across networks.
Access Control: Manages user permissions and access.

What benefits or ROI should users expect from Trend Micro Web Security [EOL]?

Scalability: Adapts to growing enterprise requirements.
Stability: Provides consistent performance under heavy load.
Responsive Support: Offers timely help and resolution of issues.
Regular Logs: Delivers comprehensive logging for analysis.

Trend Micro Web Security [EOL] is prominently used in industries such as finance and delivery, where secure data handling is crucial. Organizations deploy it to protect endpoints, remote work environments, and manage identity securely. Essential for preventing unauthorized access and ensuring compliance, its features cater to complex network infrastructures.

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Sample Customers

More than 4,000 global enterprises trust the iboss Cloud Platform to support their modern workforces, including a large number of Fortune 50 companies.

Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, Dell, HP, Oracle, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Vodafone, Orange, BT Group, Telstra, Deutsche Telekom, Comcast, Time Warner Cable, CenturyLink, NTT Communications, Tata Communications, SoftBank, China Mobile, Singtel, Telus, Rogers Communications, Bell Canada, Telkom Indonesia, Telkom South Africa, Telmex, Telia Company, Telkom Kenya

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