Fortinet FortiAnalyzer Reviews

I use FortiAnalyzer to report on these other devices because they have two firewalls, so it's an accessible place to find out what is happening across your Fortinet setup.

I mainly use it for reporting. It also integrates other security solutions around. It can report onto anything that has a syslog on the network. It doesn't have to be a Fortinet product. It integrates within FortiGate and you can find the reports there. It's a very flexible and rich tool, providing custom reports along with default reports.

The only issue is the cost of the licenses. When licensing, each device is licensed separately, such as the firewall, which can become expensive. It sometimes becomes difficult to explain to management why the cost is so high. Other than that, I haven't faced any challenges.

All these products were bought in at the same time, about four years.

It is a very stable solution.

Understanding how it works so far, I think it shouldn't be difficult to scale.

Customer support would be rated an eight out of ten.

I haven't evaluated log management tools like Splunk on this platform, I've just explored just the open-source tools.

Setting up FortiAnalyzer was not complicated. It took a day or a few hours.

Being not a commercial entity, my focus is on keeping the environment safe and informed. I can't really specify a value or ROI.

I can't calculate costs per user. We buy it as one solution as part of a package with the firewall and the analyzer, which makes it difficult to calculate individually.

I have not evaluated other branded log management tools. Perhaps only open-source tools, not brands like Splunk.

There's a lot of material available for FortiAnalyzer to help you understand how it works, which is well documented and makes life easier if you don't know anything. This makes it easy to configure and use. I would recommend it to anyone.

On-premises

I deployed FortiAnalyzer in three projects. I configured it to manage approximately 50 Fortinet devices.

My job was to add new FortiGates and to analyze data on FortiAnalyzer. The system provides valuable insights through information, graphics, and reports. FortiAnalyzer allows easy configuration of routing status protocols, IP interfaces, and DNS settings. Its operation system makes it easier than using Cisco's iOS.

Sometimes, there is a problem with CPU consumption, where one process consumes 100%, and I need to restart FortiAnalyzer to fix this. I am not familiar with the processes of scalability.

I have used Fortinet Solutions for about three to five years.

The version I used was 7.4.2. We faced some CPU consumption issues, which caused the machine to slow down and required a restart of FortiAnalyzer. However, this issue was addressed in later versions.

Sometimes, I need to consult FortinetDocs to understand integration. It is not very easy.

Positive

The initial setup is straightforward and more straightforward than Cisco. It is easy when equipped with the necessary information like device name, IP address, and SNMP configurations.

The impact of the tool is low when the functionalities are inaccessible due to resource consumption. When operations run smoothly, FortiAnalyzer delivers efficiency yet does not significantly impact costs.

I am a technical engineer, so I am not privy to pricing details.

I recommend FortiAnalyzer to companies that have two or more FortiGates for easier report generation and to execute actions through Playbooks.

I'd rate the solution nine out of ten.

I use Fortinet FortiAnalyzer as our main investigation tool for some issues related to network traffic analysis and penetration detection. My company relies heavily on it to gather deep information about the network and analyze traffic thoroughly.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer provides a lot of visibility over network traffic and helps track incidents effectively.

The usability and the information that Fortinet FortiAnalyzer provides are very valuable. It offers many details within a good dashboard, making it easy to use. The visibility it gives us over traffic and incidents is especially beneficial. It provides deep insights into network performance, allowing for efficient traffic analysis and investigation.

The only area where it could improve is in providing better training for the tool. Some training would be beneficial, even though it's not entirely necessary for its usage.

I have been using Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for five years.

I reached out to Fortinet support once, and it was a very good experience. I would rate it a nine out of ten.

Positive

We used Wireshark before but it wasn't sufficient for our needs. It lacked necessary features and was complex to handle.

The initial setup of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer was very easy, and I would rate it a ten out of ten.

We pay roughly $5,000 for a solution that we needed specifically, but I do not remember the exact price. Overall, I find the pricing to be good compared to other tools in the market.

We evaluated Wireshark, a free tool for traffic analysis, but it did not meet our needs.

It's easy to set up and use, offering significant visibility over network traffic. I completely recommend Fortinet FortiAnalyzer to others. I would rate the overall solution as ten out of ten.

We are using Fortinet FortiAnalyzer primarily to collect all logs and for analyzing and reporting purposes. It aids in understanding our network environment by tracking what goes in and out of the network.

The most valuable feature of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is its capability for analyzing and providing visually comprehensive reports, making it easier to understand the network environment. Additionally, there is an important feature called the IOC (Indicator of Compromise) license. This separate license allows correlation and straightforward analyzing paths, but it does not come with the default standard license.

There is no issue with the hardware appliance. However, when discussing the cloud options, they offer very limited features, especially in terms of reporting and analyzing data.

I have been using Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for about ten years in my organization.

The deployment of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer was very straightforward. An individual can deploy it within a few minutes.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is definitely a stable solution.

When talking about hardware appliances, there is no option to expand, which makes scalability limited.

Fortinet support is pretty good and responsive.

Positive

I have more involvement with FortiGate devices, which also collect logs from all devices across the network to one single place.

The initial setup of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer was very straightforward.

Normally, an individual can complete the deployment process.

We have seen a 30% reduction in costs, particularly with the cloud deployment of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is a satisfactory solution in terms of price. However, it only supports Fortinet devices. If there was integration with non-Fortinet devices, it would be more advantageous.

There are alternative options like Splunk, but they are very expensive.

I would recommend having a solution like Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for analyzing logs and understanding the network environment. My overall rating for Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is eight out of ten.

Private Cloud

Other

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is used for vulnerabilities with cyber attacks.

The clients are in different industries, including private sectors such as retail, industry, healthcare, financial, banks, and others. There are no government clients.

For clients in banking, financial, and retail sectors, Fortinet FortiAnalyzer prepares them for attacks and helps prevent security incidents.

The predictive analytics of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is very valuable for clients because this solution has a complete architecture for cybersecurity.

The ability to create custom reports and dashboards has helped improve understanding and provided clients with better cybersecurity solutions through the analyzer.

The integration of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer with SIEM solutions and other security solutions is very important because client solutions are not heterogeneous. Clients typically have multiple solution providers, making communication between all systems crucial.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer can become even better with integration with other product providers and solution providers.

I have five years of experience with Fortinet FortiAnalyzer.

The solution is stable.

The solution is scalable.

The customer service and technical support with Fortinet is very good. I have experience with two different client service models: on-premise solutions and MSP services on a monthly basis. On a scale from 1 to 10, I would rate it as nine.

Some clients did move to Fortinet from other solutions before, and they have had good experiences with the solution.

The initial setup is not complex; it is straightforward.

The return on investment is very good, and the price-performance ratio is excellent. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate their return on investment as eight.

I have experience with pricing, licensing, and setup costs as I prepare quotes for clients. While Fortinet FortiAnalyzer might be more expensive than some other solutions, it remains very competitive in the market.

I do not know the main differences between Fortinet and Cisco or Fortinet and Palo Alto.

I have experience with Fortinet solutions and am familiar with FortiReporter, FortiManager, and Fortinet FortiAnalyzer.

I sell FortiGate but work only in commercial roles. My clients do not use Fortinet FortiAnalyzer with AWS, though I work with various cloud providers including AWS, Google, Azure, Huawei, and IBM for cloud solutions, both private and public.

The solution is very important for clients to complete their architecture in cybersecurity. Clients need the cyber analyzer and reporting analyzer to complete their security posture.

Overall rating: 9 out of 10.

I use Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for log storage, log analytics, and generating reports. It also acts as a syslog server as well as a SIEM and SOAR solution. It is integrated with Fortinet solutions like FortiGate, FortiClient, FortiMail, and FortiWeb.

The most valuable features of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer include its capability to act as a syslog server, its SIEM and SOAR capabilities with limited playbooks, and its integration with Fortinet solutions ensures ease of use for users with a Fortinet infrastructure. The device's pricing model also offers good value for money.

The log view for syslog in Fortinet FortiAnalyzer could be improved. A more comprehensive dashboard for syslog would enhance its value.

I have been working with Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for about five years.

I would rate the stability of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer as eight or nine out of ten. It provides a reliable solution for managing network-wide data.

The scalability of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is excellent at a rating of ten out of ten. As a virtual machine or cloud-based solution, it scales efficiently to meet organizational needs.

The customer service and support from Fortinet are rated as eight out of ten. The support quality sometimes varies due to regional support issues, leading to longer response times.

Positive

Before using Fortinet FortiAnalyzer, I was using QRadar. I switched because QRadar was expensive.

The initial setup of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is straightforward. It can be deployed on hardware or as a virtual machine, making it simple to execute.

I have seen a return on investment with Fortinet FortiAnalyzer due to its competitive pricing and straightforward licensing model based on the amount of log data processed per day.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer offers competitive pricing. Its licensing model is based on the amount of log data processed per day, making it more cost-effective compared to QRadar, which is EPS and device-based.

I recommend Fortinet FortiAnalyzer to those who have other Fortinet solutions. It integrates well with Fortinet systems. However, for an organization with no Fortinet solutions, a dedicated SIEM might be better. Overall, I would rate Fortinet FortiAnalyzer eight out of ten.

On-premises

Other

We are using Fortinet FortiAnalyzer mainly for reporting and troubleshooting purposes, specifically for log analyzing and threat voting.

The reporting and organizing part of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is very interactive, smooth, and easy to use. The log management is useful as we have connected around two hundred eighty-five walls and around fifteen to twenty plus firewalls with Fortinet FortiAnalyzer, making it highly beneficial compared to logging into each individual firewall.

In the reporting area, some tasks have to be done manually for advanced-level reports, which require customization. Despite this, I appreciate the advanced features available and do not currently see other areas for improvement.

I have used Fortinet FortiAnalyzer for over eight years.

The deployment of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer was easy and smooth.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is stable, and I would rate its stability as nine out of ten.

Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is scalable. We are planning to increase the number of firewalls and platforms.

I am satisfied with Fortinet's technical support. They are effective, and I have no complaints about their service.

Neutral

I did not use any other product of a similar kind before Fortinet FortiAnalyzer.

The initial setup of Fortinet FortiAnalyzer was straightforward. The installation and initial configuration took about one hour.

Only I was involved in the deployment process.

For smaller SMB-level firewalls, Fortinet FortiAnalyzer might not be the best idea for cost-effective implementation. It is better to use FortiAnalyzer FortiCloud's basic features. For firewalls above the ninety-one hundred series, Fortinet FortiAnalyzer is recommended.

In the future updates, more graphical views could be beneficial, although the current graphical interface is satisfactory. Overall, I would rate Fortinet FortiAnalyzer an eight out of ten.

On-premises

We use FortiAnalyzer for network security operations, primarily to integrate it with FortiGate firewall and Palo Alto for our firewall operations. FortiAnalyzer provides a very suitable solution for FortiGate firewall since they come from the same vendor, so the integration is very strong.

The most valuable feature of FortiAnalyzer is its visibility, especially in network investigations. When incidents occur in our network, we need to investigate these issues, and FortiAnalyzer provides very strong insights and visibility for troubleshooting and investigation. 

The solution helps in correlating logs centrally, which is beneficial for customers with multiple branches. It is also very suitable for FortiGate firewall operations, and the integration with other Fortinet solutions is strong.

A possible improvement for FortiAnalyzer could be in threat intelligence. This feature might be enhanced to provide better insights and more efficient operations.

I have been working with FortiAnalyzer for almost 15 years.

The solution is very stable. I would rate its stability as a nine out of ten.

FortiAnalyzer is a scalable product. I would rate its scalability as a nine out of ten.

FortiAnalyzer has a very responsive technical support team. They are very good and provide excellent assistance.

Positive

I have used other firewalls such as Citrix NetScaler and Palo Alto. The choice to use FortiAnalyzer was primarily because of the strong integration it offers with FortiGate firewall, due to the same vendor relationship.

The initial setup of FortiAnalyzer was easy. The configuration involved setting up an IP address and integrating with the FortiGate firewall.

I set up FortiAnalyzer by myself. We have a team of five engineers who maintain all data center infrastructures.

By choosing Fortinet's security fabric solutions, we can receive discounts from the vendor, which effectively reduces costs.

In terms of pricing, FortiAnalyzer is not expensive. 

I would rate the pricing as an eight out of ten.

I have worked with Citrix NetScaler ADC and Fortinet's FortiADC, however, FortiAnalyzer was chosen for its strong integration with FortiGate firewalls.

I strongly recommend FortiAnalyzer for users who are already using other Fortinet solutions. 

Overall, I rate FortiAnalyzer as a nine out of ten.

On-premises