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Head-to-head · Vpn Client

FortiClient vs NordVPN

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score FortiClient #5 in Vpn Client 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 2 features Visit FortiClient
NordVPN #7 in Vpn Client 8.3/10 3-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 2 features Visit NordVPN

FortiClient leads on 0 checks, NordVPN on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFortiClient · 8.5/10
  • Free trialonly NordVPN
  • Most featuresNordVPN · 1 of 2

FortiClient scores higher on our rubric for vpn client: 8.5 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

FortiClient is the better fit for enterprises managing VPN and endpoint security. NordVPN is the better fit for users prioritizing a large server network and extras.

  • FortiClient fits best

    Enterprises managing VPN and endpoint security

  • NordVPN fits best

    Users prioritizing a large server network and extras

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Side by side

Feature FortiClient 8.5/10 Visit ↗ NordVPN 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.5 8.3
Ranking #5 in Vpn Client #7 in Vpn Client
Best for Enterprises managing VPN and endpoint security Users prioritizing a large server network and extras
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request —
Free plan — —
Free trial — 3 days
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Email, Community · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features FortiClient 0/2 · NordVPN 1/2
Kill switch Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Split tunneling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Simultaneous connections Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported platforms Not checked yet Not checked yet
VPN protocols Not checked yet Not checked yet
Server locations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines remote-access VPN and ZTNA with endpoint protection.
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
  • EMS or FortiClient Cloud centralizes deployment and policies.
  • Servers in 167 countries, with streaming and P2P support
  • Kill switch, DNS leak protection, and obfuscated server options
  • Apps and extensions across desktop, mobile, and browser platforms
Cons
  • VPN is part of a wider endpoint security suite.
  • Pricing is contact-sales rather than published by plan.
  • Supported systems and features vary by edition.
  • The main VPN service requires a paid subscription
  • The free trial is limited to Android and lasts 3 days
  • Anti-malware, cloud storage, and identity protection require higher tiers
Our verdict

FortiClient is a modular endpoint agent from Fortinet for organizations that need remote access alongside endpoint security management. Depending on edition, it covers antivirus and ransomware protection, web and content filtering,…

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NordVPN is a consumer VPN service for people who want encrypted internet connections across desktop, mobile, and browser devices. Its network spans servers in 167 countries, and the service supports streaming and P2P traffic. Available…

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  1. FortiClientVpn Client 8.5Pricing on request
  2. NordVPNVpn Client 8.33-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • FortiClient — where it wins

    • Combines remote-access VPN and ZTNA with endpoint protection.
    • Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
    • EMS or FortiClient Cloud centralizes deployment and policies.

    Where it doesn't

    • VPN is part of a wider endpoint security suite.
    • Pricing is contact-sales rather than published by plan.
    • Supported systems and features vary by edition.

  • NordVPN — where it wins

    • Servers in 167 countries, with streaming and P2P support
    • Kill switch, DNS leak protection, and obfuscated server options
    • Apps and extensions across desktop, mobile, and browser platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • The main VPN service requires a paid subscription
    • The free trial is limited to Android and lasts 3 days
    • Anti-malware, cloud storage, and identity protection require higher tiers

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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