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Head-to-head · Antivirus Software

FortiClient vs Norton 360

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score FortiClient #5 in Antivirus Software 8.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 3 features Visit Fortinet
Norton 360 #9 in Antivirus Software 8.4/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit Norton

FortiClient leads on 0 checks, Norton 360 on 2, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFortiClient · 8.9/10
  • Free trialonly Norton 360
  • Most featuresNorton 360 · 3 of 3

FortiClient scores higher on our rubric for antivirus software: 8.9 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #9.

Norton 360 offers parental controls; FortiClient doesn't. Norton 360 offers password manager; FortiClient doesn't.

FortiClient is the better fit for enterprise teams using Fortinet infrastructure. Norton 360 is the better fit for users wanting bundled antivirus and identity tiers.

  • FortiClient fits best

    Enterprise teams using Fortinet infrastructure

  • Norton 360 fits best

    Users wanting bundled antivirus and identity tiers

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Side by side

Feature FortiClient 8.9/10 Visit ↗ Norton 360 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.4
Ranking #5 in Antivirus Software #9 in Antivirus Software
Best for Enterprise teams using Fortinet infrastructure Users wanting bundled antivirus and identity tiers
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request $94.99/yr
Free plan — —
Free trial — 7 days
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Community · 24/7 Live chat, Phone, Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features FortiClient 1/3 · Norton 360 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, 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
  • Combines antivirus, ransomware, VPN, backup, and password management
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and web access
  • LifeLock plans add identity and credit monitoring options
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
  • No free plan is available
  • Annual pricing rises substantially for LifeLock tiers
  • Features and device coverage vary by plan and platform
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,…

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Norton 360 is a subscription security suite for individuals and families. It combines antivirus and malware protection with ransomware protection, AI-powered scam protection, a VPN, cloud backup, password management, and dark-web…

Read the review →
  1. FortiClientAntivirus Software 8.9Pricing on request
  2. Norton 360Antivirus Software 8.47-day trial

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

  • Norton 360 — where it wins

    • Combines antivirus, ransomware, VPN, backup, and password management
    • Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and web access
    • LifeLock plans add identity and credit monitoring options

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Annual pricing rises substantially for LifeLock tiers
    • Features and device coverage vary by plan and platform
  • FortiClient8.9/10 · Pricing on request

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

    Visit FortinetFull verdict →
  • Norton 3608.4/10 · 7-day trial

    A paid security suite combining antivirus, privacy tools, backup, and identity protection.

    Visit NortonFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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