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Fortinet vs Darktrace

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Cybersecurity providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

Fortinet vs Darktrace at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

FortinetDarktrace
Overall score91/10088/100
TierEliteElite
Capability (editorial)9286
Ease of use (editorial)8783
Value (editorial)8986
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

Fortinet is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (91/100 vs 88/100), but both are credible Cybersecurity options. Fortinet fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Darktrace fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

Fortinet

Fortinet provides threat detection and protection across the attack surface.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Fortinet review

Darktrace

Darktrace provides threat detection and protection across the attack surface.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Darktrace review

Fortinet vs Darktrace — FAQ

Is Fortinet better than Darktrace?

On RankedVendors, Fortinet scores 91/100 versus Darktrace's 88/100, so Fortinet ranks higher overall in Cybersecurity. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between Fortinet and Darktrace?

Fortinet provides threat detection and protection across the attack surface. Darktrace provides threat detection and protection across the attack surface. Both compete in Cybersecurity; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, Fortinet or Darktrace?

Our editorial value scores put Fortinet at 89/100 and Darktrace at 86/100. Fortinet is Quote-based; Darktrace is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.