Cisco AnyConnect vs. FortiClient

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Cisco AnyConnect
Score 8.7 out of 10
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Cisco offers an SSL VPN solution via AnyConnect.N/A
FortiClient
Score 7.6 out of 10
N/A
Fortinet offers FortiClient, their endpoint security system emphasizing automated advanced threat protection, security fabric integration, secure remote access, endpoint quarantine, and a comprehensive reporting dashboard.N/A
Pricing
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Free Trial
NoNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsSpecific pricing details for FortiClient services vary depending on the number of endpoints, the duration of the subscription, and the specific features included.
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Community Pulse
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Considered Both Products
Cisco AnyConnect
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Cisco AnyConnect hasn’t had any problems that I can recall. There have been some issues in using Talkdesk over the years, and some experiences have been unfavorable. It’s always been a positive experience in using Cisco AnyConnect within the few times I’ve used this system for …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
I have worked with Palo Alto GlobalProtect and Fortinet's FortiClient. While in use, GlobalProtect boasted of some merits, such as great security features that may be superior to those of Cisco AnyConnect; the interface was not quite smooth. I selected Cisco AnyConnect …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
I evaluated a couple of vendors, such as FortiClient and Malwarebytes, but Cisco AnyConnect won simply because of integration with our existing Cisco equipment. The GUI was not very visually appealing, and its main focus seemed to be on endpoint security, while the company's …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Currently, my org is using this default VPN, and we are using the same, but still, we noticed many features are good as compared with other VPN tools. Overall speed is pretty good and hence performance is good. There are other issues, like many times the login is not working …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
We looked at Umbrella SSE, it would not do what we wanted to do and did not have as much customization as Cisco AnyConnect does.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Amazon Workspaces is quite nice, but like all virtual desktops it can be quite sluggish and unresponsive. Cisco AnyConnect allows us to connect remotely while still leveraging the power of our own machines. This keeps things snappy and responsive and allows us to avoid the …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
The last time I used SonicWall you had to pay for each VPN user but with Cisco AnyConnect you have unlimited users with the appliance. I did like SonicWall's logon and logoff scripts but they both do what is expected well.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Before buying Cisco AnyConnect we evaluated FortiClient. We decided to go with Cisco AnyConnect due to its attractive pricing.
Both were providing same features but Cisco AnyConnect prices were cheaper than FortiClient.
Secondly, Cisco is leading name in Cyber Security so we …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Cisco is one of our core partners besides Microsoft and SAP. And so yes, we are utilizing very many projects from Cisco. I would mention the whole networking equipment, the routing equipment, the wireless LAN, and also when it comes to infrastructure to compute infrastructure, …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
It's more easy to implement.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
I've always had to fiddle with the other ones to get them working just right, but having spoken to our VPN team, the recommended settings that came along with the product when Cisco visited for the onboarding have worked just fine since day one. It might not be a totally fair …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
After the events of update failure from CrowdStrike on July 19th, 2024, it will likely have a significant falling out in the trust of that product. Fortinet has a formidle solution and outstanding reviews, however, Cisco AnyConnect has been the most reliable solution that I …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Better as it's a single agent for many other things.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
We choose Cisco AnyConnect over Sonicwall VPN due to its features and security protocols. Cisco is a leading name in network security and everyone is aware of it. Secondly, we were very comfortable with Cisco products due to their service quality and customer support. All these …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
We evaluated FortiClient before buying Cisco AnyConnect but then we decided to go with Cisco AnyConnect due to better pricing, advanced features, and value for money. Even the integration of Cisco Duo was looking easier in Cisco AnyConnect than FortiClient. Another factor was …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Cisco AnyConnect is a little more straightforward and works better in legacy contexts, in our experience. That being said, it does lack some of the functionality and information provided by OpenVPN, and other logistical factors are relevant as well.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
While other VPN products functionally work, we kept Cisco AnyConnect due to its stability and our ability to control how our users use it. Since we have a Cisco Network it was an obvious choice that we stand behind. While we have other options as backup the primary VPN will …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
I was testing the Fortinet product which was also okay. But I think once I had AnyConnect I haven't seen reasons to change to another vendor.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Cisco AnyConnect performs better and is able to switch well between the networks based on the network strength and ensures that users are able to choose their network as well. It allows you to easily connect to more than one VPN network and securely save its setting since it …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Easier to set up on existing Cisco-based devices and equipment. In a Unix-based server environment, OpenVPN may be more appropriate. OpenVPN is great but offers little in the form of support unless via another third-party company. OpenVPN offers more options in terms of …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
Cisco AnyConnect is significantly easier to use on an enterprise-wide enrollment than ExpressVPN. Cisco AnyConnect allows our remote users the same security and network access as our on-premise users. In addition, Cisco AnyConnect is super simple to deploy via Microsoft SCCM …
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
We have used these application so far and we have now good experience with Cisco AnyConnect and we are continuing to use it.
Chose Cisco AnyConnect
I have tried the above too. I have noticed that the consistency and reliability that connect provides are way better than theirs. Integration with 2-factor authentication apps is something extremely important, and I am not sure if this two software provide such functionality. …
FortiClient
Chose FortiClient
My current organization is using FortiClient and they decided to use it since longer period. The main advantages is we are using it for connect RDP and and access private URL. But main reason is one time configuration is help us to connect it any time from anywhere. It's …
Chose FortiClient
We evaluated both Ivanti Connect Secure and FortiClient but we decided to go with FortiClient due to better pricing, advanced features and reliability.
Chose FortiClient
From the very beginning it has showed more effective and efficient features, from almost any point of view, at a price not this greater than the previous one
Chose FortiClient
The service and memory consumption were too much when I was using those apps, And because of high memory consumption, my system was heating, Slow in operations, and the battery was also draining. For the above reasons, I moved to Forticlient.
Chose FortiClient
Simply put, the deployment with Forticlient is a lot simpler and generally takes less time, consumes fewer system resources, and is easier to manage centrally. The VPN client included with the endpoint protection gives us a lot of confidence that our end users are protected …
Chose FortiClient
Cisco AnyConnect and OpenVPN Access Server
Chose FortiClient
Endpoint protection which can be installed in all operating systems and devices including Linux OS, MAC OS, Andriod, Windows. In devices you use laptop, desktop and smartphones. I select FortiClient because it is more reliable, stable connection, more features, user-friendly, …
Chose FortiClient
Meraki MX has a much more basic set of features compared to FortClient and the Fortinet ecosystem of devices and software. Setting up a FortiGate with FortiClient can take a little more time, but the feature set is much richer. We use Meraki MX is a few offices, but are now …
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient was selected by our CEO/CFO and administration staff. Compared to Cisco product, from my point of view as a user, it is incredibly inefficient and unreliable.
Chose FortiClient
We use FortiClient because we use Fortinet products in our office. Compared to other endpoint security software we've used in the past, FortiClient does everything else others do.
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient is more secure and it is more stable than VPN Clients. The previous VPN was crashing a lot during the day.
Chose FortiClient
Web filtering, WAN optimization, application firewall and antivirus /antimalware functionality for laptops, PCs and mobile devices.
Chose FortiClient
AnyConnect would disconnect randomly. One of the main reasons for switching was a vulnerability in the client that Cisco had no plans on patching. We would have to constantly address the vulnerability once a quarter after our vulnerability scans.
Chose FortiClient
We have used Trend Micro and Kaspersky in the past and currently also use Cb Defense. We were looking for a next-gen AV product with visibility into what was actually happening on our end points when we found Cb Defense. FortiClient seems more like Trend or Kaspersky in not …
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient is a more sophisticated solution that offered us additional features that we could not get from the Netgear device we were using. The added VPN aspect also made FortiClient as better solution. NetGear does offer more sophisticated products, but our IT partner …
Chose FortiClient
We still use Bitdefender GravityZone on all of our endpoints in the office, but now we use Forticlient on the end users personal PC/laptops to allow remote access to our network. They work well together, both have their purpose for our end users.
Chose FortiClient
We selected FortiClient because the price is very good. Also, the solution features are perfect for our business. We like FortiClient and we recommend with trust. If you are a small company FortiClient is perfect for you. Assure security of your information. The VPN is working …
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient has a physical desktop client that is not loaded through the browser. This makes life a lot easier because your VPN connection is always sitting right where you need it, and not behind a certain IP address that changes from time to time. FortiClient's interface and …
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient is easier to use and configure and offers security according to market standards. My position within the company is just to use the program, it was not my decision to choose it, but I think they made a good decision.
Chose FortiClient
I have not used any other products like FortiClient, yet.
Chose FortiClient
What stands out from the other competitors is that Forticlient guarantees a great performance and also provides a big level of security for all the data that you will be managing using this software. It's really worth it, and the price is not that expensive if we compare it to …
Chose FortiClient
Overally, FortiClient has less vulnerabilities than the two other products. The price is comparable to Citrix Gateway, but significantly less than Cisco AnyConnect. Much of the benefits of the FortiClient come with its ability to integrate with other Fortinet solutions. Without …
Chose FortiClient
Mikrotik VPN operates on open standard solutions like OpenVPN, newer Wireguard, and older much less secure: PPTP and L2TP. FortiClient is available as an app on all platforms (IOS, Android, Windows) and there is no problem with migration and installation.
Chose FortiClient
We selected FortiClient as it is reliable and popular security solution than Ivanti connect secure.
Chose FortiClient
FortiClient helps protect computers, whether laptops or mobile devices, so we can have secure access. SonicWall Analytics helps monitor network traffic, detect risk patterns, and detect network anomalies.
Features
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Virtual Private Network
Comparison of Virtual Private Network features of Product A and Product B
Cisco AnyConnect
8.7
Ratings
4% below category average
FortiClient
-
Ratings
AES 256-bit Encryption9.50 Ratings00 Ratings
Kill Switch8.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Multi-Platform Support9.80 Ratings00 Ratings
Split Tunneling9.50 Ratings00 Ratings
IP Address Masking8.50 Ratings00 Ratings
No-Logs Policy8.10 Ratings00 Ratings
Multiple Server Locations8.20 Ratings00 Ratings
Automatic Wi-Fi Protection9.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Simultaneous Connections7.60 Ratings00 Ratings
Customer Support Services8.40 Ratings00 Ratings
Endpoint Security
Comparison of Endpoint Security features of Product A and Product B
Cisco AnyConnect
-
Ratings
FortiClient
7.7
Ratings
11% below category average
Anti-Exploit Technology00 Ratings7.50 Ratings
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)00 Ratings7.00 Ratings
Centralized Management00 Ratings8.50 Ratings
Hybrid Deployment Support00 Ratings6.50 Ratings
Infection Remediation00 Ratings8.50 Ratings
Vulnerability Management00 Ratings7.50 Ratings
Malware Detection00 Ratings8.50 Ratings
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User Ratings
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Likelihood to Recommend
8.5
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6.5
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Likelihood to Renew
9.8
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9.0
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Usability
9.0
(0 ratings)
8.0
(0 ratings)
Availability
9.9
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-
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Performance
7.3
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-
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Support Rating
8.2
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9.1
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Implementation Rating
9.0
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Configurability
9.0
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-
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Ease of integration
10.0
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-
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Product Scalability
8.2
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-
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Vendor post-sale
10.0
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Vendor pre-sale
10.0
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User Testimonials
Cisco AnyConnectFortiClient
Likelihood to Recommend
It is well suited for mid sized and large sized organizations having hybrid work model. It will help their employees to work seamlessly from home, office, other branches. It will also help their employees to access corporate applications anytime even after office hours so they can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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Forticlient works well for us as a component of Fortinet's overall security fabric. We use Forticlient alongside Fortigate and FortiAnalyser to create our endpoint security posture. We found deploying Forticlient simplistic, and our end users respond well to any application notifications and make use of the VPN client with little training.
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Pros
  • Any Connect is building a stable VPN connection across any different kinds of networks. So it gives me the assumption that I will be sitting in the office and work locally on my workplace, but I get this assumption nearly from everywhere.
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  • [FortiClient] splits the traffic very well. For example, when users connect a VPN to the office they are connecting to the internal system which uses VPN traffic. If users access the public internet they use the internet traffic, but [Fortinet] does not route this traffic back to the office.
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Cons
  • Sometimes when the number of users is large for a VPN service, the connection fails, and the client doesn't give a proper error.
  • It should have better support for Linux. It is difficult to set up on Linux, and the interface for settings is not at all user-friendly.
  • A few times, the internet becomes slow after connecting to the VPN server through AnyConnect. It should be able to find the best and the optimal server while connecting.
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  • font way too small on login, unable to select an option, for example, to see each letter of password as typed promotes errors at login
  • login errors and failure rate extremely high as [reported] by all our physicians and other providers: not infrequently one will have to return to office after hours in order to complete charts or access charts to answer patient after hours questions
  • frequent disconnects in spite of excellent internet signal
  • unacceptable interruptions in patient care
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Likelihood to Renew
It is perhaps the second most functional tool we have, it will definitely be renewed every year. Our network is stable, which ensures that there is less for our technicians to troubleshoot, which frees them up to ensure other parts of the company are maintained. This keeps our costs low and our downtime at a minimum.
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Because the software is very simple and easy to use, very efficient, and has a stable connection that allows the user to perform tasks without problems. Also, this software does not need to be configured by IT technicians, since it comes with a very developed and understandable set up guide.
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Usability
It has many advantages and uses other than other common VPNs but it's very important to understand the problems and issues which till not solved yet. The major issue is there is no support system or no body is doing hypercare for clients or client organizations. Speed is good, but making a connection is worse, and nobody cares about it.
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The FortiClient is a piece of software that works super well once it is on a stable version and does not receive multiple updates. However, it will pickup mysterious bugs in newer versions that are tough to diagnose without simply rolling back. The update process is easy, but it requires EMS exposed to the internet to use the built-in functionality.
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Reliability and Availability
I have been using Cisco AnyConnect for past two years and thus I can say very firmly that I have never seen the outage from the Cisco AnyConnect services either It is VPN, System Scans or the Network Connectivity. Talking about the errors likewise major errors I have faced throughout my period of use.
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Performance
Absolutely no speed issues, and I see no evidence of slowdowns across any of the multiple platforms I use daily. It's operation is completely invisible most of the time, except where there is a loss of connection due to server issues or a loss of power. Everything loads quickly and accurately.
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Support Rating
Because whenever I log the case with Cisco support, yes they have come back with valid technical data. So this is what has happened and we could fix it in this way. That support will detail what happened and how to get it overcome very quickly. That's what I like. The support level we get is really good for the product
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FortiClient is a security suite with which we can keep our equipment well-protected. And it is that in a system like Windows, which is always the target of all kinds of attacks, it is not enough to have a simple antivirus.
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Implementation Rating
Implementation was fairly straight forward and quick. I would recommend leveraging the initial configuration QuickStart guides, as these detail options of implementing the software with the most common configurations. There may also still be an option to obtain a temporary emergency AnyConnect license to assist users with implementing RAVPN on Cisco devices.
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Alternatives Considered
I have worked with Palo Alto GlobalProtect and Fortinet's FortiClient. While in use, GlobalProtect boasted of some merits, such as great security features that may be superior to those of Cisco AnyConnect; the interface was not quite smooth. I selected Cisco AnyConnect because, while it is very secure, it may provide easy access to connectivity and is highly suitable for ensuring reliable communication on multiple digital marketing campaigns.
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The service and memory consumption were too much when I was using those apps, And because of high memory consumption, my system was heating, Slow in operations, and the battery was also draining. For the above reasons, I moved to Forticlient.
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Scalability
Cisco AnyConnect has been a speedy, reliable, and efficient tool for the creation of your own VPN whatever location that you've brought your laptop. Customer support is consistently top-notch, coming up with quick fixes to whatever difficulties are thrown your way. I would not hesitate to reccommend Cisco AnyConnect to any business that needs connected employees throught the world.
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Return on Investment
  • Having the possibility to access the systems and the necessary data from any place can be a major benefit of implementing flexible working conditions.
  • Through the implementation of a strong encrypted connection and the capabilities in authentication, our risk of a data breach on this site has been minimized.
  • The features offered by Cisco AnyConnect streamlined regulations that our industry requires and released much of the burden of implementing procedures on me.
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  • I have more flexibility in working remotely, knowing that I have a reliable and secure way of accessing files on my work network. This increased flexibility has led to better productivity, more freedom to work when and how I want, and confidence in knowing I can access what I need to when I need to.
  • Working with employees on the other side of the world, I have confidence in sharing my files with them by simply working on my local network. This increases collaboration, speed, and efficiency.
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