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We performed a comparison between Fortinet FortiMail Cloud and SonicWall Email Security based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Cloud Email solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Fortinet FortiMail Cloud vs. SonicWall Email Security Report (Updated: January 2024).
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Pros
"The most valuable features are the low price and its ability to integrate with other Fortinet products.""This is a solid email monitoring and security system that learns and maintains a two-way dialog with email system administrators.""It has the best feature for processed mail analysis.""I am impressed with the tool's ability to setup rules and destinations. It also helps to monitor suspicious items.""Content disarming and analysis are essential features in our email security setup""The most valuable features are email ATB and Malware Analysis.""The most valuable feature is the advanced threat protection.""The most valuable features are filtering and sandboxing."

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"The product is easy to manage in terms of configurations.""Beside a few issues with specificity in the email protection controls, this product is very good at handling email security.""According to our customers, the product's most valuable feature is the ability to detect spam and reduce phishing emails.""There are no wasted extras and the interface is really simple.""The most valuable features are the anti-spam, anti-phishing, anti-virus, and anti-spoofing.""The most valuable feature is that it protects from spam.""The most valuable feature of SonicWall Email Security is the blocking of emails using keywords. If there are any particular keywords in the subject, that we want to block from receiving from a particular person we can do it. Additionally, the blocking of emails is easy. we can release that one and we can block some of the keywords also like that.""It is a very scalable solution."

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Cons
"Its GUI needs improvement.""Fortinet FortiMail Cloud doesn't have AI features, making it an outdated tool for me.""It is slightly difficult to configure FortiMail in the cloud with Exchange on-premise, especially the quarantine mailbox access for end-users.""This solution is slow and it should be made faster.""I would like to see more advanced sandbox features, where you can actually download to a machine where you can test.""The dashboard could use improvement.""The setup of the rules can be improved. I think it should be simplified and would be the best improvement in the system.""Email sorting is missing from this solution."

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"Updates could be released more frequently.""They need well-trained partners in Nigeria.""The platform's control panel needs enhancement.""The technical support from the company is not always very good at solving issues, but they offer access to a good community of users where problems are easily solved.""SonicWall Email Security could improve by making the file blocking and the release feature easier to use""The protection level for email security isn't 100%. I'm still getting some spam and junk mail.""The reporting needs improvement.""They should integrate the solution with third-party platforms."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "It's on a subscribed basis."
  • "When we're talking about pricing, other products have about the same price. That is normal."
  • "The price of this solution could be more competitive."
  • "It should cost around $60,000. We bought it as a bundle, so everything comes together in the license. That is standard."
  • "A license for our company using FortiMail and FortiCare (filtering and support) was $4000."
  • "The licensing is for three years. In the beginning, we did not pay monthly, it was paid once for three years."
  • "You only have to purchase one license for multiple participants."
  • "I see how manageable and flexible the licenses are."
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  • "We have a two-year license subscription and the price is very high."
  • "When compared with Cisco, it is very well priced. Cisco is very expensive."
  • "The overall price of SonicWall Email Security should be reduced and there should be an option to purchase one or two licenses more instead of their current policy of bulk increases only. There should be more flexibility in the licensing model. Each license cost approximately $33 annually."
  • "The cost is cheaper than Sophos. I would rate it as five out of ten."
  • "Our customers purchase the solution's yearly license."
  • "I rate the application’s pricing a five out of ten."
  • "The platform offers a yearly license."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Content disarming and analysis are essential features in our email security setup
    Top Answer:The pricing depends on various factors, including the type of licenses and subscriptions you have procured. The cost structure can vary for small and medium-sized enterprises as opposed to larger… more »
    Top Answer:During our deployment and in our day-to-day operations, we've encountered certain challenges with our email security setup. When a user or administrator needs to locate a specific email, it can be a… more »
    Top Answer:According to our customers, the product's most valuable feature is the ability to detect spam and reduce phishing emails.
    Top Answer:The platform offers a yearly license. I charge additionally for deployment services. I rate the pricing a six out of ten.
    Top Answer:The platform's control panel needs enhancement. At present, many control options are allotted to individual users. It becomes difficult for them to manage and handle the panel. Thus, they could be… more »
    Ranking
    6th
    out of 33 in Cloud Email
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    220
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    142
    Reviews
    7
    Average Words per Review
    461
    Rating
    8.1
    19th
    out of 107 in Email Security
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    542
    Comparisons
    394
    Reviews
    5
    Average Words per Review
    319
    Rating
    7.4
    Comparisons
    Also Known As
    Dell SonicWALL Email Security Platform, SonicWall Hosted Email Security
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    Overview

    Fortinet FortiMail Cloud is a comprehensive email security solution that protects organizations from advanced threats and ensures secure email communication. It offers robust features such as anti-spam, anti-malware, and data loss prevention to safeguard against email-borne attacks. With its cloud-based deployment, FortiMail Cloud provides scalable and flexible email security without the need for additional hardware or software. 

    It offers real-time threat intelligence and advanced analytics to detect and block sophisticated threats, including zero-day attacks. FortiMail Cloud also includes encryption capabilities to secure sensitive data and comply with regulatory requirements. With its user-friendly interface and centralized management, organizations can easily configure and monitor email security policies across multiple domains. 

    FortiMail Cloud provides comprehensive protection against email threats, ensuring business continuity and peace of mind.

    SonicWALL Email Security Platform offers powerful protection to keep email threats out. And sensitive data in. With innovative protection techniques for both inbound and outbound email plus unique management tools, the Email Security platform delivers superior email protection today while standing ready to stop the new attacks of tomorrow.
    Sample Customers
    Black Gold Regional Schools, Amadeus Hospitality, Jefferson County, Chunghwa Telecom, City of Boroondara, Dimension Data
    Star Kay White, Locala Community Partnerships
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Comms Service Provider25%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Integrator13%
    Manufacturing Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Comms Service Provider11%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Construction Company7%
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    Non Tech Company25%
    Manufacturing Company13%
    Printing Company13%
    Maritime Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company15%
    Manufacturing Company15%
    Financial Services Firm9%
    Construction Company7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business68%
    Midsize Enterprise21%
    Large Enterprise11%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business34%
    Midsize Enterprise23%
    Large Enterprise43%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business71%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise14%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business45%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise40%
    Buyer's Guide
    Fortinet FortiMail Cloud vs. SonicWall Email Security
    January 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Fortinet FortiMail Cloud vs. SonicWall Email Security and other solutions. Updated: January 2024.
    767,995 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Fortinet FortiMail Cloud is ranked 6th in Cloud Email with 18 reviews while SonicWall Email Security is ranked 19th in Email Security with 12 reviews. Fortinet FortiMail Cloud is rated 8.2, while SonicWall Email Security is rated 7.8. The top reviewer of Fortinet FortiMail Cloud writes "A reliable email security solution with deep integration capabilities and exceptionally strong support". On the other hand, the top reviewer of SonicWall Email Security writes "Effective threat prevention, reliable, and beneficial keyword blocking". Fortinet FortiMail Cloud is most compared with Fortinet FortiMail, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration, Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) and Barracuda Email Security Gateway, whereas SonicWall Email Security is most compared with Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Fortinet FortiMail, Barracuda Email Security Gateway, Sophos Email and Avanan. See our Fortinet FortiMail Cloud vs. SonicWall Email Security report.

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