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Forward Enterprise vs GNS3 comparison

 

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Executive Summary

Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Forward Enterprise
Ranking in Network Modeling and Simulation
21st
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.5
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Network Automation (19th)
GNS3
Ranking in Network Modeling and Simulation
6th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
0
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2026, in the Network Modeling and Simulation category, the mindshare of Forward Enterprise is 1.4%. The mindshare of GNS3 is 8.1%, up from 3.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Network Modeling and Simulation Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
GNS38.1%
Forward Enterprise1.4%
Other90.5%
Network Modeling and Simulation
 

Featured Reviews

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IT Architectural System Expert at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees
Plenty of useful features, and simple implementation
Forward Enterprise has improved the way my organization functions All the features are valuable in Forward Enterprise. Forward Enterprise could improve by increasing flexibility. Additionally, there should be an Android version or desktop. I have been using Forward Enterprise for approximately…
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
22%
Computer Software Company
19%
Government
7%
Outsourcing Company
5%
Manufacturing Company
15%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Educational Organization
10%
Government
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Overview

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