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Fortinet FortiSandbox vs Trellix Network Detection and Response comparison

 

Comparison Buyer's Guide

Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 1, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
7.8
Fortinet FortiSandbox ensures high ROI by preventing cyber threats, saving costs, and securing data, rated nine out of ten.
Sentiment score
7.0
Trellix NDR boosts ROI by improving security, reducing response times, and enabling efficient threat management and cost savings.
Investigations are generally faster because analysts have immediate access to relevant network context instead of manually piecing together information from multiple sources.
Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd
The time was reduced because of the automated detections.
Associate Cybersecurity Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
If a threat can enter any endpoint that is exposed to the internal network, there is a potential gateway for hackers, leading to a loss of production or significant financial impact to the network.
Security Engineer at Digitaltrack
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.2
Fortinet FortiSandbox generally offers friendly, informed support, but users face delays and need better handling of complex issues.
Sentiment score
7.2
Trellix Network Detection and Response support is praised for knowledgeable service, though response times need improvement during severe incidents.
Sometimes the technical engineer is very good and helpful, and sometimes we go through many processes until it gets escalated to a higher level or to another advanced technical engineer.
Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
The support team was responsive and knowledgeable.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
Technical support needs improvement as sometimes engineers are not available promptly, especially during high-severity incidents.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
They were constantly relaying our message to the engineering team and the engineering team was looping that back to them and then to us.
Associate Cybersecurity Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.4
Fortinet FortiSandbox is scalable and adaptable, though experiences vary with cloud licenses and hardware requirements.
Sentiment score
8.0
Trellix Network Detection and Response is scalable and reliable, efficiently handling complex configurations and high bandwidth in large networks.
The scalability of Trellix Network Detection and Response is easy; I just have to add another license in the same cloud, and I can easily increase the number of endpoints.
Cyber Security Engineer at a retailer with 51-200 employees
Trellix Network Detection and Response has handled that growth while continuing to provide consistency, visibility, threat detection, and investigation capabilities.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
The connectors were always out of sync and we have had multiple noise floods from these connectors which were not configured well.
Associate Cybersecurity Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
7.6
Fortinet FortiSandbox is generally rated as stable and reliable, with users giving stability ratings between eight and nine.
Sentiment score
8.0
Trellix Network Detection and Response is highly stable and reliable, with minimal downtime and consistently praised by users.
Fortinet FortiSandbox works fine, is easy to manage, and functions well.
Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
In my day-to-day use, it has consistently provided the visibility and detection capabilities we rely on for security monitoring and investigations.
Senior Business Development Associate at DigitalTrack Solutions ind pvt ltd
In our experience, it has had a positive impact on our production environment and has proven to be a dependable part of our security operations.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
I encounter no issues with health or reliability when the recommended specifications are met.
CyberSecurity Architect at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees
 

Room For Improvement

Fortinet FortiSandbox needs better vendor integration, enhanced features, improved usability, and faster, more automated security analysis capabilities.
Trellix needs improved customization, integration, and usability in its detection, reporting, and policy management for enhanced user experience.
I think Fortinet FortiSandbox could introduce more automation tools and AI tools.
Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
There should be improvements in AI intelligence, faster decision-making, and a more responsive technical support team.
Information Security Engineer at Nhq Distribution Ltd
It would be best if Trellix Network Detection and Response sensors were converted into a next-generation firewall with built-in capabilities for routing, switching, and Layer 7 functionality, as most next-generation firewalls today include these features.
Network & Security Lead at Net-International
Regarding needed improvements for Trellix Network Detection and Response, there is always room for enhancement in terms of AI capability to include proactive triggers based on historical data, enabling AI to learn patterns and detect threats before they manifest.
Presales Manager
 

Setup Cost

Fortinet FortiSandbox is priced mid-range, with options for cloud and on-prem, plus potential support license costs.
Trellix's pricing is considered competitive but expensive, with straightforward licensing and efficient setup, potentially deterring smaller businesses.
The cost is in the mid-range.
Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Trellix Network Detection and Response is an enterprise-grade security solution, so it represents a significant investment, but we believe that the value it provides in terms of threat detection, network visibility, and incident response justifies the cost.
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
The pricing model is not transparent, as they do not provide pricing ranges upfront, complicating the evaluation of costs across regions.
CyberSecurity Architect at a comms service provider with 51-200 employees
My experience with the pricing, setup cost, and licensing of Trellix Network Detection and Response is that they are very good and affordable for the customer range.
Network & Security Lead at Net-International
 

Valuable Features

Fortinet FortiSandbox delivers excellent threat detection, seamless integration, fast performance, ease of use, and robust customization options.
Trellix Network Detection and Response enhances security with real-time detection, automation, and integration, reducing manual monitoring by 50%.
The smooth integrations between Fortinet FortiSandbox and other Fortinet solutions such as FortiWeb and FortiFirewall and with other Fortinet environments are what I really appreciate.
Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Per day we used to have 70 to 80 alerts and those could be reduced up to 40 to 30 a day. This is almost a 40 to 50% decrease.
Associate Cybersecurity Analyst at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Trellix Network Detection and Response has positively impacted my organization by addressing performance issues, specifically by offloading heavy traffic inspection and SSL inspection through sensors due to the limitations of the firewall.
Network & Security Lead at Net-International
Visibility is very important as it empowers users to understand what is happening; therefore, detection is one of the strongest features of Trellix Network Detection and Response.
Presales Manager
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSandbox
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
7th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
39
Ranking in other categories
Threat Deception Platforms (3rd)
Trellix Network Detection a...
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
10th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
54
Ranking in other categories
Network Detection and Response (NDR) (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiSandbox is 4.8%, down from 7.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trellix Network Detection and Response is 4.1%, up from 4.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) Mindshare Distribution
ProductMindshare (%)
Fortinet FortiSandbox4.8%
Trellix Network Detection and Response4.1%
Other91.1%
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
 

Featured Reviews

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Security Manager at a computer software company with 11-50 employees
Advanced sandboxing has protected users from zero-day threats and has simplified secure file scanning
The smooth integrations between Fortinet FortiSandbox and other Fortinet solutions such as FortiWeb and FortiFirewall and with other Fortinet environments are what I really appreciate. We have minimum false positives during threat detection. Our clients have not given negative feedback from detection. As you know, it still needs some tuning after implementation. However, we never receive negative feedback for many false positives during implementation.
Twinkle Solanki - PeerSpot reviewer
Business development executive at Digitaltrack solution Pvt Ltd
Continuous network insight has improved early threat detection and streamlined investigations
Overall, we have a positive experience with Trellix Network Detection and Response, but like any enterprise security solution, there are areas where it can continue to improve. One area would be user interface and dashboard customization. While the platform provides a lot of valuable information, new users can sometimes face a learning curve when navigating and investigating and creating customized views. More intuitive dashboards would simplify workflows and help analysts access critical information even faster. Another area for improvement is reporting and analytics. The existing reporting capabilities are useful, but more flexibility and customizable reporting options would make it easier to generate executive-level summaries, compliance reports, and operational metrics for different audiences.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
11%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Construction Company
7%
Manufacturing Company
16%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Outsourcing Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business16
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise9
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business35
Midsize Enterprise11
Large Enterprise23
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSandbox?
The cost is in the mid-range. It is not low and it is not high.
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiSandbox?
I think Fortinet FortiSandbox could introduce more automation tools and AI tools.
What is your primary use case for Fortinet FortiSandbox?
Clients primarily ask us to integrate Fortinet FortiSandbox either with FortiMail or with firewalls to scan downloadable files and ensure that client access browsing is secure with no harmful files...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for FireEye Network Security?
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Trellix Network Detection and Response is positive, as the setup process was straightforward, licensing was flexible, and the value deliver...
What needs improvement with FireEye Network Security?
Based on my experience with the solution, I do not see any improvements needed for Trellix Network Detection and Response at present; it might be required in the future, but there is no space to im...
What is your primary use case for FireEye Network Security?
Our main use case for Trellix Network Detection and Response is to maintain oversight of our network traffic and catch any threats or unusual activity as early as possible. Trellix Network Detectio...
 

Also Known As

FortiSandbox
FireEye Network Security, FireEye
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Lush, Barnabas Health, Options, Riverside Healthcare, Hillsbourough County Schools, Columbia Public Schools, Schiller AG
FFRDC, Finansbank, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Investis, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Bank of Thailand, City of Miramar, Citizens National Bank, D-Wave Systems
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