For FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), I use it primarily to connect with other companies through IPsec VPN. Any other security measures are on AWS itself, not on FortiGate. I'm someone who's familiar with FortiGate from previous jobs, so I use that, but it's how we're using it right now.

The IPsec feature of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is valuable to our company because we need to connect quickly VPN connections with other companies in our networks, and there are many connections in some cases. We need to keep it as secure as possible, maybe one-way connections or particular ports. FortiGate is the best option, at least that I'm familiar with, that can answer all of that in one product that is mostly easy to use.

In our case, the deployment options of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) are not scalable, but in terms of connectivity to other companies, that's exactly what we needed, and that's exactly what it does perfectly, what is needed.

The most valuable feature for our company using FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is the IPsec feature, but actually FortiGate is known for good UTM products such as application filter and web filtering. We don't use it here, but in previous companies I used it on a daily basis.

One of the benefits I've realized from using FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is that it's secure and allows functions such as VPN. You can control Wi-Fi and other things from within, if you have FortiNet devices. It's an easy to use product, yet it allows you all that is needed, or at least all that you can do. Whenever there is a security breach, FortiGate is known to patch it very quickly from what I've seen.

Since FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) was implemented, there was a thought in the company about using the VPN that AWS itself provides, but it's far from being as good as FortiGate.

The process can be improved in terms of explaining exactly how the installation should be done step-by-step on AWS, because there are network considerations such as security groups. From what I could find, I didn't do extensive research, but it didn't seem obvious enough in that case.

I do not utilize the intrusion prevention and web filtering features of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW).

The ability of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) to inspect SSL encrypted traffic is not applicable in the current position, but in previous companies, it was really seamless whenever we used it. It just worked seamlessly.

I don't recall if we use a centralized management console for FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) in maintaining oversight across distributed networks.

In my opinion, FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) could be better by having specific models for home usage. I'd wish to have a FortiGate in my home, but the licensing isn't something that I want to purchase for home usage.

I have been using FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) almost since day one at this company, which I have been with for three years and something.

I experienced the stability and availability of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) more in the previous company. In terms of stability, mostly it is okay; however, in some cases, there are features, especially the UI, that tend to have issues. In some cases, you need to restart it, but mostly, it's working flawlessly, especially if you have an HA environment, high availability.

In our case, the deployment options of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) are not scalable, but in terms of connectivity to other companies, that's exactly what we needed, and that's exactly what it does perfectly, what is needed.

I'm certain that what it allows us in terms of connections to other companies is a straightforward solution that you don't have to use something else. It's easy to configure a new connection, and it works in a few minutes if everything works fine.

In this company, I may have worked with FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) support one time, but in my previous company, I actually worked with them extensively. We had multiple FortiGate devices across multiple offices around the world, and we needed to switch them from one account to another sometimes. So I encountered FortiGate support quite frequently.

I would evaluate the level of support for FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) somewhere between seven and eight. My experience might be outdated because lately, I haven't had much experience with that. In some cases, you need to come prepared because the people there work by the book and ask for particular things. If you don't have them, you cannot proceed, but if you know what they need, after some time, it's pretty easy to get support or whatever you need.

Neutral

I don't have enough information on other products that I can tell the pros and cons of FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) versus its competitors.

The setup was already done, but from what I read, we considered putting it in another environment that we have, yet we didn't because we didn't actually need the environment at all.

I don't know if my company has seen return on the investment from FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), but I'm certain that what it allows us in terms of connections to other companies is a straightforward solution that you don't have to use something else. It's easy to configure a new connection, and it works in a few minutes if everything works fine.

Pricing isn't something applicable for me regarding FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) because it was already set up once I came to this company.

Since FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) was implemented, there was a thought that crossed in the company about using the VPN that AWS itself provides, but it's far from being as good as FortiGate.

I would rate FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) as a solution a 10 out of 10. I do love FortiGate.

I give it a 10 because, in my experience, FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is a product that allows you to do many things very easily. If you don't appreciate something about the way it works, you have enough playground to change it to suit your needs.

For someone considering FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) for their company, there was a demo online version that they have on their website that is easy to access. You can play with it and see almost all the features in action. That's an easy thing to actually test. Obviously, you cannot connect it to your network and see things live in your case, but it is still a good example of how things work.

I have experience with Fortinet solutions.

I have had experience recently with FortiGate as well.

All the basic and important features needed for perimeter solutions to protect branches and headquarters are valuable with the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW).

The FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is deployed in a company that is a carrier of telecommunication services, providing solutions to all kinds of companies around the world, especially in Mexico.

It addresses new and emerging security threats in the telecommunications industry, as we recognize that it is a highly effective solution that provides robust protection. That's the reason it was the main product we used to sell for perimeter security.

We use FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) for the access points and their switches.

All the basic and important features needed for perimeter solutions to protect branches and headquarters are valuable with this solution.

The antivirus, malware, anti-malware, anti-spam, IP VPN connections, and firewall rules bring the most value for me and my clients. 

The segmentation capabilities enhance our security posture because they work effectively combined with the switching solutions, allowing us to easily combine switching with the firewall, as we could segregate the VLANs. They were powerful and appropriate for the solution we needed while supporting all the adequate features we required.

I'm not completely sure how Fortinet can improve the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), however, there were situations of availability related to their switching solutions due to box errors. Fixing the bugs in their switching solutions is necessary because I have faced several situations where we lost connectivity because of their firmware.

I have almost 12 years of experience with FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW).

Regarding next-generation firewalls, I would give the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) a rating of ten out of ten for stability.

The scalability of the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) is quite good; it is easy to make it scalable.

I would place the scalability between nine and ten on a scale of one to ten.

I would rate Fortinet's support a ten out of ten. They are excellent and very available whenever we needed their help.

Positive

We used to struggle with Cisco because it didn't have most of the features that Fortinet has, and when comparing with Palo Alto or Check Point, the prices are higher, which is important for solutions needed by mid-sized companies.

Their deployment team is substantial, consisting of between 100 and 150 people.

Most clients realize the benefits from deployment immediately. They look for internet availability and the security needed for their endpoints.

Fortinet has good prices compared to other vendors; there were cheaper options, and when we compared Cisco, Fortinet's prices were lower.

I don't remember how I bought the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), so I can't say if it was purchased through AWS Marketplace.

The FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) helps with the economic aspect because it effectively protects what we needed with the companies in designing the products and solutions.

I'm not familiar with how the FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) utilizes artificial intelligence or if it has AI-driven features to improve threat detection and response, so I cannot detail its existence or help.

I would recommend FortiGate Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) to others. It is a very good product. In my position, I sold approximately 1,000 units.

On a scale of one to ten, I rate this solution a ten.

We use the solution in our network.

IPsec is valuable. Internet filters are valuable features. The solution is secure. The VPN is good.

The performance can be improved.

The tool is stable.

We have around 90 users.

We contacted support while we worked with IPsec. The support team helped us.

Positive

The deployment of IPsec took around 5 hours for 90 users.

The security provided by the product is our return on investment.

The tool is moderately priced. We pay $500 per year for the license.

Overall, I rate the product a ten out of ten.

The tool's most valuable feature is IPS. In my experience, I haven't encountered any issues with integration. It easily integrates with the FortiGate solution. However, verifying through documentation and assessing their support is necessary.

Its interface user-friendliness is good. When we present this interface to customers, they find it easy to understand and manage.

Support for courses available on the platform

I rate FortiGate's NGFW's stability a ten out of ten. 

The tool's scalability is good and it has helped our company. I rate it a ten out of ten. We have around 3 customers and 500~800 users. 

There has been a delay in support where I had to wait for a day to receive a response. I believe I might not have used the correct procedure, leading to inaccurate information. Consequently, I did not receive the prompt answer that I was expecting.

Positive

The Cisco Firepower is less stable compared to FortiGate NGFW. Cisco Firepower has a complex interface. 

The solution's deployment is easy. 

The tool's pricing is neither cheap nor expensive. Overall, I find it to be competitive in the market.

I recommend FortiGate NGFW because its interface is easy to understand, making firewall deployment and management straightforward. It has a good market reputation and offers information on cybersecurity, including news, threats, etc. I rate it a ten out of ten.