Name: FortiSwitch
Rating: 4.9 (330 reviews)

Overview

Product Information on FortiSwitch

Updated 13th October 2025

What is FortiSwitch?

FortiSwitch is a software designed to deliver secure, scalable Ethernet switching solutions for enterprise networks. It integrates with security fabrics and enables centralized management to streamline network operations. The software supports features such as VLAN segmentation, Quality of Service, and layer 2 and layer 3 switching. It facilitates network visibility and control, helping organizations enforce security policies and maintain compliance requirements. FortiSwitch software is used to address business needs for secure connectivity and efficient management of distributed network environments within various organizational infrastructures.

Overall experience with FortiSwitch

IT MANAGER

<50M USD, Energy and Utilities

FAVORABLE

“Fortinet Switches: A Smart Pick for Organizations Already Riding the Fortinet Wave”

5.0

Dec 9, 2025

I had a very positive experience with Fortinet. Our sales rep took a lot of time and care to answer all of the questions that my team and I had about their switches. We were looking to replace our aging endpoint switches with another vendor and Fortinet was chosen based on their advanced technology and reasonable pricing.

ASSISTANT MANAGER IT

50M - 250M USD, Services (non-Government)

CRITICAL

“Fortinet Needs Improvement in Switching Performance Despite Strong Security Focus”

3.0

Dec 15, 2025

Fortinet is doing well in security domain but lacking in switching features and performance. Overall, it has lot to do to in this space.

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For Market:
Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure (Transitioning to Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN)

About Company

Company Description

Founded more than 20 years ago in Sunnyvale, California, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 680,000 customers trust Fortinet solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry.

Company Details

Company type

Public

Year Founded

2000

Head office location

Sunnyvale, United States

Number of employees

10001+

Website

https://www.fortinet.com

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User Sentiment About FortiSwitch

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Performance of FortiSwitch Across Market Features

FortiSwitch Likes & Dislikes

My team and I like how easily it integrates with existing Fortinet technology. We had already bought into Fortinet firewalls, so configuring them to manage the FortiSwitches was an easy choice to make, since it greatly reduced our networking complexity. We also like the security features that are built into the switches such as network access control, device profiling, and micro-segmentation. Finally, the cost for these switches is reasonable compared to other technologies on the market. We found that some vendors charge extra for features that are built into FortiSwitches.

Zero touch and out of the box initial setup.

its seamless integration with fortigate through fortilink this allows for centralized management of both switching and security functions from a single interface, greatly simplifying network administration and policy enforcement.

My team and I dislike the fact that it is difficult to integrate with other technologies. We have had some challenges with network communication between Fortinet and other switching equipment. The issues were able to be resolved, but it required a call with support. I'm also surprised at the number of security vulnerabilities that are disclosed with Fortinet products. I am grateful that patches are issued for these vulnerabilities in a timely manner, but downtime is needed in order to apply updates. Although this is something that affects every manufacturer, it seems like Fortinet is constantly issuing patches. A small issue that I dislike is that you must manually register the switch with Fortinet after it has been received, otherwise the company does not have a record of the device in their support portal. Most other vendors register the device with support at the time of sale and already have it in their system.

For its full use of functionality, it requires end to end Fortinet infrastructure.

Fortinet switches have their initial learning curve, especially for users who are not already familiar with the Fortinet ecosystem. While the integration with Fortigate is a major strength, it can take some time to fully understand the configuration and management workflows. Additionally, some advanced features and troubleshooting options might be less intuitive compared to dedicated switch management platforms.

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<50M USD

Energy and Utilities

Review Source

Fortinet Switches: A Smart Pick for Organizations Already Riding the Fortinet Wave

IT Security & Risk Management Associate

10B+ USD

Consumer Goods

Secure Network Infrastructure Enhanced by FortiGate Switch and FortiLink Connectivity

Jan 24, 2026

The seamless integration with FortiGate via FortiLink is one of its strongest advantages, making centralized management and enforcement straightforward and efficient. It simplifies network admin, especially in environments that already use Fortinet products. The switch provides reliable performance, solid layer 2 functionality and adequate layer 3 features for most small to mid-sized deployments. Security features like 802.1x authentication, VLAN segmentation and port security are well implemented contributing to a more secure network infrastructure.

System Administrator

Gov't/PS/Ed

Education

FortiSwitch Integration Simplifies Network Management, ideal for SMB branches but lacks Layer 3 Switching Flexibility , true Stacking & Enterprise Scalability

4.0

Dec 10, 2025

FortiSwitch is primarily for small to medium organizations with FortiGate Firewalls in the network, who need to expand port counts with integrated security and centralized management.

IT Support

Insurance (except health)

Centralized Control and Stability Enhance FortiSwitch, Yet Learning Curve Remains Steep

Jan 12, 2026

My overall experience with Fortiswitch has been very positive. Integration with Fortigate simplifies management and enhances efficiency. I've found the performance to be reliable, & centralized control helps reduce operational overhead. Although advanced configurations can take some time to learn, the product is stable and well-suited for enterprise environments.

IT Manager

50M-1B USD

Miscellaneous

Centralized Network Management Simplified Through FortiSwitch and Fortigate Integration

Jan 6, 2026

My overall experience has been great. The integration between the switches and our Fortigate firewall provides a seamless management experience with centralized control. The switches deliver reliable performance and scalability, supporting our network growth effectively.