FortiClient vs Kaspersky Plus Internet Security

FortiClient8.9Visit KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8Visit

Higher score FortiClient #5 in Antivirus Software 8.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Fortinet

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KP Kaspersky Plus Internet Security #6 in Antivirus Software 8.8/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Kaspersky

• FortiClient fits best

  Enterprise teams using Fortinet infrastructure

• Kaspersky Plus Internet Security fits best

  Single-device users wanting a full security suite

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Side by side

Feature	FortiClient 8.9/10 Visit ↗	KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.9	8.8
Ranking	#5 in Antivirus Software	#6 in Antivirus Software
Best for	Enterprise teams using Fortinet infrastructure	Single-device users wanting a full security suite
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	Pricing on request	30-day trial
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	—	30 days
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted	Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support	Email, Community · 24/7	Phone, Tickets, Docs
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Solo, Small business
Features FortiClient 1/3 · Kaspersky Plus Internet Security 3/3
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Parental controls	—	✓ (best)
Password manager	—	✓ (best)
Specs
Protection scope	Complete security	Complete security
Device limit	Not checked yet	10 devices
Supported platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Our review
Pros	Combines antivirus, ransomware protection, VPN, and zero-trust access Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chromebook Integrates with FortiGate, FortiSandbox, FortiSIEM, and Security Fabric	Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS
Cons	Pricing requires a sales conversation rather than public plan rates Editions and licenses change included features and device limits Its strongest fit depends on an existing Fortinet security environment	The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device There is no free plan Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure
Our verdict	FortiClient is Fortinet endpoint software for organizations that need protection, secure access, and centralized device controls across a mixed environment. Its security coverage includes antivirus and AI-powered next-generation antivirus,… Read the review →	Kaspersky Plus Internet Security is a paid subscription antivirus product for individuals and families who want more than malware detection on a single device. Its security coverage includes real-time antivirus, anti-malware,… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• FortiClient — where it wins

  • Combines antivirus, ransomware protection, VPN, and zero-trust access
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chromebook
  • Integrates with FortiGate, FortiSandbox, FortiSIEM, and Security Fabric

  Where it doesn't

  • Pricing requires a sales conversation rather than public plan rates
  • Editions and licenses change included features and device limits
  • Its strongest fit depends on an existing Fortinet security environment

• Kaspersky Plus Internet Security — where it wins

  • Covers antivirus, ransomware, firewall, phishing, and payment threats
  • Includes unlimited VPN, password manager, and data-leak checking
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS

  Where it doesn't

  • The listed Kaspersky Plus plan covers one device
  • There is no free plan
  • Pricing varies by region and includes an introductory offer structure

• FortiClient8.9/10 · Pricing on request

  A broad endpoint security client for teams already invested in Fortinet infrastructure.

  Visit FortinetFull verdict →
• KPKaspersky Plus Internet Security8.8/10 · 30-day trial

  A broad security suite for one device, with VPN and password management included.

  Visit KasperskyFull verdict →