G2 Vendor Directory

FortiOS vs. Rocky Linux

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

MetricFortiOS

by Fortinet

Rocky Linux

by Supported Images

Overall rating4.34.6
Review count5219
Ease of use8.89.4
Ease of setup8.99.5
Quality of support8.88.7
Meets requirements9.29.2
NPS57.69230878.947368
Small Business19.2%33.3%
Mid-Market69.2%44.4%
Enterprise11.5%22.2%
Total page views346214
Total LLM citations217275

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

Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux is a free, open-source enterprise operating system designed to be fully compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). Developed by the Rocky Enterprise Software Foundation, it aims to provide a stable, production-ready platform for various computing environments, including desktops, servers, and supercomputers. The project was initiated in response to the discontinuation of CentOS, with the goal of continuing its mission to offer a community-supported, enterprise-grade operating system.

Pros

  • Stability
  • Reliability
  • Community Support
  • Long-Term Support
  • RHEL Compatibility