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Fortinet FortiSandbox vs Trend Micro Deep Discovery comparison

 

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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:
 

Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSandbox
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
4th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.1
Number of Reviews
38
Ranking in other categories
Threat Deception Platforms (7th)
Trend Micro Deep Discovery
Ranking in Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
17th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
27
Ranking in other categories
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software (IDPS) (7th), Network Detection and Response (NDR) (7th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of October 2025, in the Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) category, the mindshare of Fortinet FortiSandbox is 8.7%, down from 9.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Trend Micro Deep Discovery is 2.4%, up from 1.1% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Fortinet FortiSandbox8.7%
Trend Micro Deep Discovery2.4%
Other88.9%
Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
 

Featured Reviews

Abdelhamid Saber - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced network security with adaptable integration and really good support
We use FortiSandbox for scanning files and images that pass through our networks. It integrates with different devices, such as five adapters and other Fortinet devices It is time-saving and more secure. It saves us from a lot of antivirus and anti-malware issues. The adapter is beneficial as it…
Vladimir Alexandrov - PeerSpot reviewer
Enhanced threat detection through superior sandboxing capabilities with competitive pricing
With Trend Micro Deep Discovery, our enterprise clients can identify forgotten or unmanaged network segments, thereby mitigating unexpected network actions such as outdated antivirus software operations. When under attack, such as with ransomware, it allows us to identify the attack vector and disable it. It also assists in security audits required to prove certain network security measures.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"he solution's GUI is good."
"It is a stable solution."
"You have access to a report as to what behaviors the example file entered in the registry."
"The solution extracts an attached file before reaching the user and notifies the user if there's something malicious in the attachment received along with an email."
"The most valuable feature of the solution is that the performance it offers to users is good, making it useful for us in our company."
"Performance is a valuable feature."
"The adapter is beneficial as it allows integration with various devices, not just Fortinet."
"The most valuable features for me when it comes to Fortinet FortiSandbox are the integrity of the Sandbox and the power of the analyzing tool of the solution."
"As a security product, managing threats is crucial for my clients."
"Trend Micro Deep Discovery Email Inspector includes its ability to perform mail detection and mail filtration against various email attacks such as phishing and spam, serving as an email gateway for both inbound and outbound traffic."
"I like the sales operations testing. and support."
"Sandboxing gives us a chance to identify malicious behavior, especially for unknown vulnerabilities, although it's rarely needed as a last resort after all other security measures have failed."
"The reporting is very good, providing detailed analysis in a short amount of time."
"There is no downtime or server vulnerability with this solution."
"The most valuable features are monitoring for advanced persistent threats, the system runs in a sandbox allowing for effective zero-day exploits management, and the Inspector has a built-in sandbox."
"The tool's most valuable feature is its collaboration with other products. Integrating with other security products was simple and easy."
 

Cons

"In future releases, I would like to see more automation capabilities."
"Fortinet FortiSandbox can improve by decreasing the time of analysis response. Other solutions have a better response time, such as WildFire."
"Not practical for real-time web traffic analysis because users won't wait for the FortiSandbox to complete its analysis before accessing content"
"The main area of concern in Fortinet FortiSandbox is its detection capabilities."
"The delivery feature in my country is extremely bad."
"Most people are confused about how to use the right integration of the right Fortinet product."
"Product could include a user interface and be made simpler for customers to configure."
"The reporting tools could be improved in Fortinet FortiSandbox."
"The price range is a little high."
"Additionally, better scanning capabilities for third-party applications would ensure comprehensive security without the need for exclusions."
"I would like the ability to analyze all files in our internal network, at the same time on different operating systems. Not just three of them, but as many as possible."
"This solution could be improved with faster technical support and cheaper licensing prices."
"There are certain aspects of flexibility in the policies that should be added to Deep Discovery."
"The solution needs improvement in terms of pricing."
"Some of the end users may not be technically proficient, so they occasionally face problems due to a lack of knowledge."
"The solution could be more stable and offer more security."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We are on an annual license to use the solution. We have an additional feature that is integrated with S5, which is working well."
"I rate the product's pricing a five or six on a scale of one to ten, where one is low, and ten is high."
"The price of Fortinet FortiSandbox is not expensive."
"The solution is unavailable at a lower cost and can be difficult to deploy."
"There are additional costs, which isn't included in the licensing fee."
"The license for Fortinet FortiSandbox depends on the use case."
"There is a license to use this solution."
"FortiSandbox is a subscription that can be purchased from Fortinet directly. Only using FortiSandbox as features purchased as a subscription in the cloud."
"Overall, the price is good."
"The pricing is okay for some, and sometimes, some people find it expensive."
"Trend Micro Deep Discovery is quite expensive compared to other endpoint security products."
"The tool’s licensing costs depend on the customers."
"The price of the solution is lower compared to the competition."
"Its price is fine, but Trend Micro can improve the pricing in general. It is a hardware solution. It is based on the number of nodes, and according to the number of nodes, clients decide which box they should acquire. They have to renew their license every year. It is subscription-based."
"The tool's licensing costs are yearly. There are no additional costs associated with the product."
"Compared to its competitors, Trend Micro Deep Discovery is a little expensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
12%
Government
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Healthcare Company
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise13
Large Enterprise9
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business14
Midsize Enterprise6
Large Enterprise9
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSandbox?
The real-time analysis capability of FortiSandbox is beneficial for email analysis.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSandbox?
I think it's affordable. For the six to seven months of usage, the cost has been reasonable.
What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiSandbox?
We sometimes face a delay in email scanning due to not having multiple virtual machines. Improvements could be made in dynamic scanning, scanning all email components such as URLs and attachments, ...
What do you like most about Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
The tool's most valuable feature is its collaboration with other products. Integrating with other security products was simple and easy.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
Trend Micro Deep Discovery is expensive compared to regular antivirus solutions, though it is competitively priced compared to similar products with advanced features.
What needs improvement with Trend Micro Deep Discovery?
The main issue is its high cost, which makes it difficult to sell. The technical support has declined in quality over the years. It is necessary for highly qualified partners to get better pre-qual...
 

Also Known As

FortiSandbox
Trend Micro Deep Discovery Inspector, Trend Micro Deep Discovery Analyzer
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Lush, Barnabas Health, Options, Riverside Healthcare, Hillsbourough County Schools, Columbia Public Schools, Schiller AG
Allied Telesis, Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia, Babou, Blekinge County Council, Delacour, Hiroshima Prefectural Government, Live Nation Entertainment Inc., Mazda Motor Logistics Europe, McGill University Health Centre, Mikuni Corporation, OKWAVE, Sinar Mas Land, SWICA, UTOC Corporation
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