Fortinet FortiGate SWG Reviews

The investment in Fortinet FortiGate SWG has resulted in positive returns. Switching to SD-WAN has allowed for live-live connectivity with the use of multiple internet connections simultaneously, improving traffic flow.

Some users find Fortinet FortiGate SWG reasonably priced and affordable, while others think it's expensive when compared to other solutions. The setup cost seems to vary depending on the user's organization size and needs. Licensing is required and can be paid yearly or have a multi-year agreement.

• "The cost has increased since the update so I would rate it eight out of ten."
• "FortiGate SWG is a cost-effective solution well-suited for organisations of all sizes."
• "While slightly more affordable than competitors, it remains relatively expensive due to its inclusive subscription."

Fortinet FortiGate SWG is primarily used as a firewall for protecting on-prem traffic and controlling user's web access to certain places. It is also used for threat detection and response, as well as establishing VPN with other locations. It is a Secure Web Gateway that protects against various web attacks and features application control and intrusion prevention. It is useful for IPS web application and is being employed for basic features related to next-generation firewall.

Those who have used the technical support find it to be very good and helpful, though some note that there could be room for improvement in terms of ETA for resolution. Some prefer to contact their dedicated support team instead of Fortinet for faster resolution. Overall, customers seem to be satisfied with the technical support provided by Fortinet FortiGate SWG.

Some users found it simple and quick, while others found it moderately complex and took up to a week to deploy. Some users were able to easily migrate their security policies from their previous Fortinet firewalls, while others encountered difficulties with configuration during migration. One user reported the implementation process as easy and only requiring one technical person, while another reported it taking months to deploy across six sites.

Users have rated its scalability between eight and ten out of ten, with an ability to expand well and accommodate up to 200 people. Some users have also noted that the solution performs extremely well even with mid-range and entry-level devices, and that it can integrate with other products to make it stronger.

Fortinet FortiGate SWG has good performance, no bugs or glitches, and doesn't crash or freeze. Customers have reported using it for years without any periods of downtime, and it is reliable. Although some new releases may have bugs and be memory and CPU-reliant, the solution is still scalable.