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Fortinet FortiSandbox vs Trend Micro Deep Discovery comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSandbox
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
3rd
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
38
Ranking in other categories
Threat Deception Platforms (7th)
Trend Micro Deep Discovery
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
17th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
26
Ranking in other categories
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (5th), Network Detection and Response (NDR) (8th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiSandbox is 9.7%, up from 9.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trend Micro Deep Discovery is 2.2%, up from 0.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
 

Featured Reviews

Abdelhamid Saber - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced network security with adaptable integration and really good support
We use FortiSandbox for scanning files and images that pass through our networks. It integrates with different devices, such as five adapters and other Fortinet devices It is time-saving and more secure. It saves us from a lot of antivirus and anti-malware issues. The adapter is beneficial as it…
Vladimir Alexandrov - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced threat detection through superior sandboxing capabilities with competitive pricing
With Trend Micro Deep Discovery, our enterprise clients can identify forgotten or unmanaged network segments, thereby mitigating unexpected network actions such as outdated antivirus software operations. When under attack, such as with ransomware, it allows us to identify the attack vector and disable it. It also assists in security audits required to prove certain network security measures.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The real-time analysis capability of FortiSandbox is beneficial for email analysis."
"One of the valuable features is its ability to detect new threats."
"What I find most valuable, is that it is easy to use."
"The most valuable features of Fortinet FortiSandbox are the analysis options, artificial intelligence, and the many interfaces it provides."
"The initial setup is straightforward."
"Compared to other solutions, it's easy to configure and implement because of the templates. The timing of scanning files is faster."
"Fortinet FortiSandbox is faster than other sandbox solutions."
"The scanner office document as well as PDF are useful. The most valuable thing is that you can emulate different operating systems without having the danger of getting something infected. It emulates several operating systems, and as a result, you either get the file or you don't get the file."
"The tool's most valuable feature is its collaboration with other products. Integrating with other security products was simple and easy."
"The solution has extension-based features that help it to analyze the environment. The environment can have different platforms like Windows, Linux, and Mac. The tool will give a report which can confirm the analysis of the issues. You can also get clear information on threats or suspicious files."
"Sandboxing gives us a chance to identify malicious behavior, especially for unknown vulnerabilities, although it's rarely needed as a last resort after all other security measures have failed."
"As a security product, managing threats is crucial for my clients."
"One of the most valuable features is the performance, since, so far, we have not faced any issues with Deep Discovery."
"There is no downtime or server vulnerability with this solution."
"I like the sales operations testing. and support."
"The reporting is very good, providing detailed analysis in a short amount of time."
 

Cons

"The integration is limited. The solution needs to offer better integration with multiple vendors."
"I would like to have machine learning added to the solution in a future release."
"The area I would like this solution to be improved in is the integrations for Sandbox with AI and big data ML mechanisms. I think this would be a practical improvement."
"When you reach the maximum capacity, you cannot upgrade the solution because its hardware is very expensive."
"Not practical for real-time web traffic analysis because users won't wait for the FortiSandbox to complete its analysis before accessing content"
"In general, maybe they are not updated to cover risks."
"The initial setup of Fortinet FortiSandbox is complex. You cannot only deploy Fortinet FortiSandbox without deploying the stack of Fortinet solutions. The implementation and integration are challenging tasks with the device and placement in the network. We needed to do POC and offloading testing."
"If updated, Fortinet FortiSandbox could cover other risks."
"The scalability is sometimes limited."
"The stability of the solution could be improved. It should be 100% stable, but it's not there right now."
"The solution needs to be able to integrate better with third-party infrastructure."
"Additionally, better scanning capabilities for third-party applications would ensure comprehensive security without the need for exclusions."
"Trend Micro Deep Discovery's technical support could be improved, and it could be made more active."
"I would like to see integration with third-party tools to improve the visibility of the dashboards."
"There are certain aspects of flexibility in the policies that should be added to Deep Discovery."
"The product's scalability feature needs to be improved, as it is an area in the product with certain shortcomings."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are no costs in addition to the standard licensing fees."
"Fortinet is more reasonable than Palo Alto."
"FortiSandbox is a subscription that can be purchased from Fortinet directly. Only using FortiSandbox as features purchased as a subscription in the cloud."
"There is a license to use this solution."
"The solution is affordable."
"The solution is not expensive at all."
"There are additional costs, which isn't included in the licensing fee."
"I rate the product's pricing a five or six on a scale of one to ten, where one is low, and ten is high."
"The pricing is okay for some, and sometimes, some people find it expensive."
"Overall, the price is good."
"The price of the solution is lower compared to the competition."
"The tool’s licensing costs depend on the customers."
"The tool's licensing costs are yearly. There are no additional costs associated with the product."
"Its price is fine, but Trend Micro can improve the pricing in general. It is a hardware solution. It is based on the number of nodes, and according to the number of nodes, clients decide which box they should acquire. They have to renew their license every year. It is subscription-based."
"Compared to its competitors, Trend Micro Deep Discovery is a little expensive."
"Overall, Trend Micro Deep Discovery has proven to be a reliable solution that enhances our security posture while minimizing operational disruptions."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
11%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
7%
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSandbox?
The real-time analysis capability of FortiSandbox is beneficial for email analysis.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSandbox?
I think it's affordable. For the six to seven months of usage, the cost has been reasonable.
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiSandbox?
We sometimes face a delay in email scanning due to not having multiple virtual machines. Improvements could be made in dynamic scanning, scanning all email components such as URLs and attachments, ...
What do you like most about Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
The tool's most valuable feature is its collaboration with other products. Integrating with other security products was simple and easy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
Trend Micro Deep Discovery is expensive compared to regular antivirus solutions, though it is competitively priced compared to similar products with advanced features.
What needs improvement with Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
The main issue is its high cost, which makes it difficult to sell. The technical support has declined in quality over the years. It is necessary for highly qualified partners to get better pre-qual...
 

Also Known As

FortiSandbox
Trend Micro Deep Discovery Inspector, Trend Micro Deep Discovery Analyzer
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Lush, Barnabas Health, Options, Riverside Healthcare, Hillsbourough County Schools, Columbia Public Schools, Schiller AG
Allied Telesis, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia, Babou, Blekinge County Council, Delacour, Hiroshima Prefectural Government, Live Nation Entertainment Inc., Mazda Motor Logistics Europe, McGill University Health Centre, Mikuni Corporation, OKWAVE, Sinar Mas Land, SWICA, UTOC Corporation
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