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Broadcom StrataXGS vs Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Broadcom StrataXGS
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
30th
Average Rating
10.0
Reviews Sentiment
3.9
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secu...
Ranking in Ethernet Switches
12th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
49
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2026, in the Ethernet Switches category, the mindshare of Broadcom StrataXGS is 0.9%, up from 0.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is 3.1%, down from 4.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Ethernet Switches Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access3.1%
Broadcom StrataXGS0.9%
Other96.0%
Ethernet Switches
 

Featured Reviews

WILLIAM SANITATE - PeerSpot reviewer
Vice President Of Engineering at O & S Services LLC
Useful multi-processes, software compatibility, and flexible
The initial setup of Broadcom StrataXGS is complex. However, if you use reference design by Broadcom it can be easy. If you use something else that is not in the reference design you can start to have timing or other problems. If you are not using their hardware, such as Intel, the support might not be there.
HM
Cyber Security Manager at Greater Cairo Water Company (GCWC)
Zero Trust access has improved branch security and provides granular visibility for all devices
Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access has substantial automation because the configuration is managed from FortiGate dashboard. Automation increases performance and decreases installation time. I mentioned the unique specifications of the switch and the solution at the start. Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access granular visibility features have helped me manage IoT devices. I can see every device in the network and the details about each device because FortiGate has an inventory of every device, making the integration between Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access and FortiGate unique. The deep integration with Fortinet's Security Fabric is very important for threat intelligence in my organization. Reliability is key, and automation contributes significantly to network performance optimization in my organization. I have to use FortiLink for automatic UTM extension, as it is a unique proprietary protocol to manage Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access through FortiGate. Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access is a switch that is related to its Secure Access feature. I gave this review a rating of 9.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The most valuable feature of Broadcom StrataXGS is the multi-processes and software compatibility providing flexibility. There are plenty of options to choose from."
"My advice for anybody who is considering this product is that it's a secure and stable device."
"The software is very stable."
"Integration is good, as well as price and technical support."
"Fortinet has the lowest TCO, so you can use its integrated components without having to buy additional licenses."
"It works really well, I think the equipment is solid, and the help is great."
"The integration with the whole platform, so there's one dashboard for everything. It is one of the most valuable features."
"The most valuable feature is the breakability after integration with the FortiGate firewall."
"The most valuable feature of this product is its simplicity."
 

Cons

"The support could improve."
"It is always nice when something is cheaper."
"It would be easier if Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access could be managed via cloud, and this is something that could be improved in this product. Bandwidth display could also be better."
"The pricing could be improved, and it could be easier to configure."
"When we started using the solution, it was quite complex but then it became easier to use. It takes a while to get used to the interface."
"We've had some issues with Layer 3 FortiSwitch. We can deploy the device in the cloud. However, we can't deploy this solution in complex environments easily."
"If you contact Fortinet, it's a bit difficult. Most of the time, they send you just links and documents to read for troubleshooting. When you contact support, you don't need documents. You want someone that can understand your problem, give a hand, and help you. I'm not impressed by the support really."
"FortiSwitch is not our primary choice in terms of a switch."
"An area for improvement would be the segmentation and network in logic networks."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The price of Broadcom StrataXGS is high, but other solutions such as Cisco are more expensive."
"The solution is expensive but overall the cost makes sense."
"Price-wise, I find Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access to be an okay product. It is not an expensive product."
"It's affordable and there are no additional costs, just regular support, and license fees."
"Fortinet FortiSwitch - Secure Access requires a license and the price is expensive."
"The pricing for Fortinet FortiSwitch is not expensive."
"The product pricing seems to be mid-range."
"The price is good."
"The cost appears to be high in comparison to other competing products although with this product you are paying for what you get."
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Top Industries

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Manufacturing Company
14%
Comms Service Provider
11%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Outsourcing Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
 

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Small Business
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Company SizeCount
Small Business39
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise7
 

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