No. 30 of 35 ·Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software

FortiGate

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Freedom report

One barScore 4.9

Free tierNo free tier on record
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely0 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

FortiGate is ranked #30 of 35 in intrusion detection and prevention software on Freedom251, made by FortiGate (Sunnyvale, California, USA). There is no free plan.

Compared on intrusion detection and prevention software

Free plan: No
Supported platforms: physical, virtualized, cloud
Central management: Yes

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The record

Global market share: Over 50% of global market share
Protection scope: Protects data, assets, and users across hybrid environments
Security processors: Uses patented Fortinet security processors
AI security services: FortiGuard AI-Powered Security Services provide real-time protection and responses
Threat intelligence: AI-centric threat intelligence supports timely protection and proactive defense
Energy efficiency: Patented ASICs support scalable networks with faster security processing
Unified management: Unified management reduces network complexity and automates security posture
Integrated SD-WAN: Integrated SD-WAN supports orchestration and secure office interconnection
Built-in ZTNA: Built-in ZTNA enforces secure access to applications and infrastructure
Portfolio options: Portfolio includes Wi-Fi, LTE, PoE, DSL, bypass, and ruggedized models
Operating system: Uses a single operating system across security and networking operations
Security policies: Supports unified security policies across hybrid infrastructures
Quantum protection: Supports QKD, PQC for IPsec VPNs, and NIST-approved algorithms
Deployment environments: Designed for physical, virtualized, and cloud environments

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software in 2026#30 of 35
Best Network Firewall Software in 2026#21 of 33

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Sources

fortinet.com/products/next-generation-firewall· checked 27 Sept 2026