
What is Fortinet SASE?
SASE is the future of converged security and networking. From ZTNA, SWG to cloud-delivered NGFW, the Fortinet platform provides complete readiness for embracing SASE. SASE Solution - Cloud Delivered Security for Distributed Networks
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89 Likeliness to Recommend
98 Plan to Renew
81 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
Emotional Footprint Overview
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+95 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Fortinet SASE?
Pros
- Enables Productivity
- Inspires Innovation
- Respectful
- Security Protects
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Feature Ratings
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
SD-WAN
Remote Browser Isolation (RBI)
Network Sandboxes
Web Application and API Protection (WAAP)
Firewall as a Service (FWaaS)
Zero Trust
Viable Alternative VS Traditional MPLS
Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
Enablement for Security Teams
Data Analytics / BI / AI
Vendor Capability Ratings
Breadth of Features
Business Value Created
Quality of Features
Ease of IT Administration
Vendor Support
Ease of Implementation
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Usability and Intuitiveness
Ease of Customization
Ease of Data Integration
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Fortinet SASE Reviews
Moosin S.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Jan 2023
The All-in-One Cloud Security Solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Fortinet SASE from other similar products?
Fortinet FortiSASE stands out from other similar products by offering a comprehensive and unified solution for networking and security in the cloud. It includes features such as secure web gateway, universal zero-trust network access, next-generation dual-mode cloud access security broker, Firewall-as-a-Service, and Secure SD-WAN.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
My favorite aspect of this product is its ability to simplify operations and enhance security and networking analytics.
What do you dislike most about this product?
The one thing I dislike most about it is that it may have a higher learning curve for those who are not familiar with networking and security.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I would recommend this product to any organization looking for an all-in-one solution for their cloud security needs.
Pros
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
- Unique Features
- Effective Service
Prachi D.
- Role: Sales Marketing
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Jan 2023
A Versatile Firewall for Any Environment
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Fortinet SASE from other similar products?
What sets Fortinet FortiSASE apart from other similar products is its ability to provide traditional firewall features as well as next-generation features such as URL filtering, antivirus, and IPS. Additionally, its GUI is uncomplicated and user-friendly.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
My favorite aspect of this product is its real-time protection from network-based attacks and its ability to block harmful resources.
What do you dislike most about this product?
One downside I have found is that application detection and SSL decryption can be improved and some classic SWG capabilities like URL rewriting and buffer management.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
If you are considering this product, it is a versatile firewall that can be used in various environments and provides multiple security functions. However, keep in mind that there may be some areas for improvement in terms of application detection and SSL decryption.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Trustworthy

Raymund R.
- Role: Consultant
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Jan 2023
Easy to use and cost effective.
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Fortinet SASE from other similar products?
Since its caring the FortiOS DNA, the ease of use is already there. If your currently using FortiGate or any Fortinet product then the day to day administrative task is just walk in the park. Application control and Web Filter is as great or even more powerful than the traditional setup. What I want to see though is, for the product to compete closely with the SASE provider leaders like Zscaler which is cloud native SASE. SAML integration to other vendor also need to improve.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Ease of use for both end users and IT administration. Its integration with on-prem firewall was also great especially for ZTNA.
What do you dislike most about this product?
CASB and SSO integration.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Contact your IT Vendor/partner. You can also contact me or any of my peers, as we can give you proof of concept and value to this product. Its not as capable as the SASE leaders but if the core function is what you need then this is the product for you. Price to Value is really that efficient.
Pros
- Enables Productivity
- Effective Service
- Client Friendly Policies
- Generous Negotitation
Cons
- Commodity Features