Fortinet FortiSIEM vs Meraki Dashboard comparison

The compared Fortinet and Cisco solutions aren't in the same category. Fortinet is ranked #7 in SIEM , with an average rating of 8.1, and holds a 3.3% mindshare in the category. Cisco is ranked #19 in NMS , with an average rating of 8.5, and holds a 1.1% mindshare. Additionally, 82% of Fortinet users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 98% of Cisco users who would recommend it.

Fortinet FortiSIEM

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98% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between Fortinet FortiSIEM and Meraki Dashboard based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

To learn more, read our detailed Fortinet FortiSIEM vs. Meraki Dashboard Report (Updated: May 2020).

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Fortinet FortiSIEM vs. Meraki Dashboard

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Categories and Ranking

Fortinet FortiSIEM

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

5.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (7th)

Meraki Dashboard

Average Rating

8.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Network Monitoring Software (19th)

Mindshare comparison

Fortinet FortiSIEM and Meraki Dashboard aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Fortinet FortiSIEM is designed for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and holds a mindshare of 3.3%, up 3.0% compared to last year.
Meraki Dashboard, on the other hand, focuses on Network Monitoring Software, holds 1.1% mindshare, down 1.9% since last year.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Network Monitoring Software

Featured Reviews

Oliver Jackson

Network Engineer at Laminar Communications Pty Ltd

Systems monitoring enhanced by firewall and intrusion detection features

My primary use case for Fortinet FortiSIEM is systems monitoring and alerting. I use it for standard functions like log monitoring, incident detection, and notification. My customers are mostly medium-sized enterprises ranging from engineering companies, mining companies, independent schools, and…

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Bilal-Ahmed

IT Manager at Fawaz

Seamless connectivity and comprehensive control over network devices

All of the features we are looking for are already in control. I think those features, which we are not currently utilizing, are already there. For example, the control for the cameras and everything else. The cameras are not connected through Meraki, but all other devices are on Meraki networks.

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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 is the ability to view all the network events on a single pane and find the point of contact or point of the incident."

"Analytics. It can provide log information from the device. With log information, I can see if there is a threat"

"The most valuable feature is the dashboard. CMDB database collects data from a lot of pre-configured devices."

"Fortinet FortiSIEM needs to provide better API integrations to users."

"It works well with medium to large-scale enterprises."

"We like the integration of all of these Fortinet platforms together. Everything is integrated well, and we are able to sell that as a service to our customers."

"FortiSIEM's best features are the dashboards and customization."

"FortiSIEM's log correlation is good."

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"The product can scale if you need it to."

"There is no need to swap the hardware at all the locations, and importing the APs into the Dashboard was a simple and quick process."

"What I found most valuable in Meraki Dashboard is that it's well-organized, easy to use, and practical."

"The feature I find most valuable is the single pane of glass where you can configure a monitor view, all from one dashboard. For example, on the wireless side, you can configure it under the configuration panel, and then view statistics like location analytics, user analytics, etc."

"The ability to view the entire project stack, including the camera, features, and routers, which I believe are the most important or relevant components."

"It's a simple, functional solution."

"Meraki dashboard deserves an Oscar."

"We like how Meraki Dashboard lets you manage all the devices in a single pane of glass. The dashboard is intuitive and easy to use. They are constantly updating the functionality. Switches from other vendors have the same features for the life of the device, but Meraki is always improving."

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Cons

"Fortinet FortiSIEM needs to provide better API integrations to users."

"The tool's technical team's response time is too high, and they are not available even when they know that there are many pending issues."

"The challenge I face with Fortinet FortiSIEM is the lack of support."

"The stability of the product is an area of concern where improvements are required."

"When an alert triggers in Fortinet FortiSIEM, the layout or format can feel limited"

"The solution's technical support didn't help our company a lot."

"The biggest thing that could be better is a quicker response to support cases."

"Does not have load-sharing or high-availability, and these are important things to implement. I can do the same things in another way, but not naturally having these features makes it complicated."

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"It is not appropriate for large, enterprise businesses."

"We would like to be able to test the health of WAN connections."

"The tool is useful for managing devices and monitoring their current state, but it falls short in troubleshooting network issues, particularly with access points. It does not provide a complete understanding of the root causes of the issues. As a result, network engineers have had to use additional tools to complement it and conduct assessments. The only way to improve the tool would be to enhance its capability to identify and resolve network issues effectively."

"They could improve the product by providing enhanced utilization reports and more detailed independent access reports."

"Meraki Dashboard could improve the user interface by making it more user-friendly. The configuring can at times be difficult."

"The product is missing a VPN and it is a major issue when it comes to deployment."

"Some features could be added."

"I am concerned about the fact that once your licensing expires the devices stop working and become a brick."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Fortinet FortiSIEM is very cost-efficient compared to other SIEM solutions."

"They have a yearly subscription."

"The price is competitive."

"Manageable, however would be better as pay as you go versus CapEX."

"This is probably more on the lower cost end of the spectrum compared to competing products. Fortinet's license model is based on events per second, which makes sense, but that's not typical. It makes it very hard to calculate what your costs are going to be as you scale the platform because some log sources, such as firewall logs, are very noisy, and there are lots and lots of events per second, but some of them are not. So, it becomes a bit of a science experiment trying to guess what your costs are going to be as you scale the solution. This is where other competing products perhaps have a more straightforward license model."

"Fortinet's products are not expensive, it is less than the competition."

"We bought the perpetual license, so we own the product, but there is a three-year support renewal fee for that."

"FortiSIEM's licensing is based on EPS, and its pricing is competitive in the market."

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"Meraki Dashboard's pricing is reasonable. It is sold yearly, typically for one, three, or five years. I rate its pricing a five out of ten."

"It is said to be expensive."

"Meraki Dashboard is a utility and portal that's part of the Meraki solution."

"You don't have to pay for the dashboard."

"The price of Meraki Dashboard is not expensive because knowing that it is a cloud-based solution has its benefits."

"The pricing for a small setup is only a few hundred dollars a year. The fee is subscription-based."

"The solution is currently the most expensive on the market."

"The pricing of the tool is relatively high compared to other solutions. It comes with a premium that exceeds that of its competitors by approximately 25 percent."

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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company

13%

Financial Services Firm

Government

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

17%

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Fortinet FortiSIEM?

Fortinet FortiSIEM needs to provide better API integrations to users.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Fortinet FortiSIEM?

The pricing is reasonable, which is why it is preferred by government customers. Windows agent licenses cost around 3,000 Rupees per device per year.

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What needs improvement with Fortinet FortiSIEM?

Fortinet FortiSIEM should broaden its remediation part to include more features for incident management. Currently, to manage repetitive incidents or for remediation, I need to use a separate softw...

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What do you like most about Meraki Dashboard?

We greatly utilize the network because we can plug it into the DNS, VPN, or equipment. It's very good. Meraki Dashboard enhances wireless network management. We appreciate its flexibility, as it al...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Meraki Dashboard?

The cost of the Meraki solution is high, which may not be affordable for smaller companies, especially in developing countries.

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What needs improvement with Meraki Dashboard?

The aspect I find challenging about this solution is that it is too extensive and complex. For example, when comparing Meraki Dashboard to Juniper Mist, the latter is quite simple. Mist is a very a...

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Also Known As

FortiSIEM, AccelOps

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Overview

FortiSIEM (formerly AccelOps 4) provides an actionable security intelligence platform to monitor security, performance and compliance through a single pane of glass.

Companies around the world use FortiSIEM for the following use cases:

Threat management and intelligence that provide situational awareness and anomaly detection
Alleviating compliance mandate concerns for PCI, HIPAA and SOX
Managing “alert overload”
Handling the “too many tools” reporting issue
Addressing the MSPs/MSSPs pain of meeting service level agreements

Fortinet

Meraki Dashboard is a comprehensive cloud-based platform that offers centralized management and control for all Meraki networking and security products. It provides a user-friendly interface, allowing administrators to easily monitor and configure their network infrastructure from anywhere. With real-time visibility, troubleshooting becomes effortless, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime.

The intuitive dashboard offers a holistic view of the network, enabling quick identification of potential issues and proactive measures. It simplifies network deployment and scaling, with zero-touch provisioning and automatic firmware updates. The robust security features include advanced threat protection, content filtering, and VPN connectivity.

Meraki Dashboard also offers powerful analytics and reporting capabilities, providing valuable insights into network usage, application performance, and user behavior. With its seamless integration and scalability,

Meraki Dashboard is the ideal solution for organizations of all sizes, ensuring efficient network management and enhanced productivity.

Cisco

Sample Customers

FortiSIEM has hundreds of customers worldwide in markets including managed services, technology, financial services, healthcare, and government. Customers include Aruba Networks, Compushare, Port of San Diego, Cleveland Indians, Infoblox, Healthways, and Referentia.

Coop eG, Peet's Coffee & Tea, Priefert Manufacturing, Century Care Management, Clifton College, Zürs Ski Resort, Capital FM Arena, MAXI Autohöfe

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May 2020

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