G2 Vendor Directory

FortiOS vs. Netrunner

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

MetricFortiOS

by Fortinet

Netrunner

by Netrunner

Overall rating4.34.2
Review count5212
Ease of use8.89.5
Ease of setup8.99.5
Quality of support8.88.8
Meets requirements9.28.6
NPS57.69230833.333333
Small Business19.2%41.7%
Mid-Market69.2%25.0%
Enterprise11.5%33.3%
Total page views34665
Total LLM citations21714

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

Netrunner

Netrunner is a Debian-based Linux distribution that offers a polished and user-friendly computing experience by integrating the KDE Plasma desktop environment. Designed for desktops, laptops, and ARM-based devices, Netrunner provides a comprehensive suite of pre-installed applications tailored for everyday use. Its latest release, Netrunner 25 "Shockworm," is built upon Debian 12 "Bookworm" and features the KDE Plasma 5.27 desktop environment, ensuring a stable and modern platform for users.

Pros

  • Easy Navigation
  • User-Friendly