G2 Vendor Directory

FortiOS vs. Debian

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricFortiOS

by Fortinet

Debian

by Debian Project

Overall rating4.34.6
Review count52223
Ease of use8.88.7
Ease of setup8.98.8
Quality of support8.88.6
Meets requirements9.29.1
NPS57.69230877.375566
Small Business19.2%47.9%
Mid-Market69.2%31.5%
Enterprise11.5%20.7%
Total page views346319
Total LLM citations217868

FortiOS

FortiOS is Fortinet's proprietary operating system that serves as the foundation of the Fortinet Security Fabric, delivering integrated security and networking capabilities across various environments, including on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and converging IT/OT/IoT infrastructures. By enabling the convergence of security and networking, FortiOS helps close security gaps and simplifies management, ensuring consistent user experiences and unified security policies.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Security Features
  • Easy Management
  • Security/Safety
  • User-Friendly
  • Easy Installation

Debian

Debian is a free and open-source operating system developed collaboratively by a global community of volunteers. Established in 1993, it has become one of the most popular and influential Linux distributions, known for its stability, security, and extensive software repositories. Debian serves as the foundation for numerous other distributions, including Ubuntu and Linux Mint, and is widely used on both servers and desktops.

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Reliability
  • Stability
  • Open Source
  • Security
  • Customization