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FortiClient vs Heimdal Security
Both stand on endpoint protection platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
Visit FortiClient Free plan AndroidAPILinux+3
Heimdal offers a broad security platform for organizations and separate home-user plans for three PCs. Enterprise costs depend on product selection and usage, while home plan prices are listed annually.
Visit Heimdal SecurityThe facts
| FortiClient | Heimdal Security | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Next-Gen Antivirus Home: $44.96 a year |
| Plans published | 4 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fortinet.com | heimdalsecurity.com |
| On endpoint protection platforms | #1 of 31 | #2 of 31 |
FortiClient: what it does well
Heimdal Security: what it does well
- Platform spans endpoints, email, identity, and cloud.
- Lists ransomware protection and patch management.
- MXDR includes 24x7 SOC services.
- Home plans include 24/7 support.
- 30-day trial is listed.
What to know first
- Enterprise pricing requires a sales discussion.
- Home plans listed cover three PCs for one year.
- Pricing varies by selected products and device or admin-user count.
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