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Head-to-head · Data Loss Protection Software

FortiDLP vs Netwrix Endpoint Protector

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
Higher score FortiDLP #4 in Data Loss Protection Software 9.1/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit FortiDLP
Netwrix Endpoint Protector #7 in Data Loss Protection Software 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Netwrix

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreFortiDLP · 9.1/10

FortiDLP scores higher on our rubric for data loss protection software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.

On deployment, Netwrix Endpoint Protector gives you Hybrid where FortiDLP offers Cloud.

FortiDLP is the better fit for teams prioritizing endpoint and insider-risk controls. Netwrix Endpoint Protector is the better fit for organizations focused on endpoint data protection.

  • FortiDLP fits best

    Teams prioritizing endpoint and insider-risk controls

  • Netwrix Endpoint Protector fits best

    Organizations focused on endpoint data protection

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Side by side

Feature FortiDLP 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Netwrix Endpoint Protector 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.7
Ranking #4 in Data Loss Protection Software #7 in Data Loss Protection Software
Best for Teams prioritizing endpoint and insider-risk controls Organizations focused on endpoint data protection
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Self-hosted
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
Support Email, Phone, Community, Docs Tickets, Docs
Compliance PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001 GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS
Integrations 10 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features FortiDLP 0/5 · Netwrix Endpoint Protector 0/5
Endpoint coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Email coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Cloud app coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Network coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Policy templates Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Deployment Cloud Hybrid
Our review
Pros
  • Endpoint controls cover Windows, macOS, Linux, and removable media.
  • Lineage tracking and SaaS/GenAI inventory add data-movement context.
  • Behavior analytics link risk-adaptive controls with incident case management.
  • Granular controls for USB, Bluetooth, printers, and other peripherals
  • Content-aware transfer blocking plus endpoint eDiscovery scanning
  • Windows, macOS, and Linux coverage with AI-app content controls
Cons
  • Cloud multi-tenant SaaS only; there is no on-premises option.
  • Pricing requires contacting sales.
  • New customers require Best Practices Service during the first year.
  • Pricing requires a contact-sales conversation
  • Policy administration is centered on endpoint activity and devices
  • Advanced deployment and policy design may require dedicated administrators
Our verdict

FortiDLP is Fortinet’s cloud-native data loss prevention product for security teams protecting sensitive information across endpoints, cloud drives, SaaS applications, and GenAI tools. Its endpoint controls span Windows, macOS, and Linux,…

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Netwrix Endpoint Protector is an endpoint-focused data loss prevention platform for organizations protecting sensitive information across Windows, macOS, and Linux. It suits small, mid-market, and enterprise teams that need to govern…

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  1. FortiDLPData Loss Protection Software 9.1Pricing on request
  2. Netwrix Endpoint ProtectorData Loss Protection Software 8.7Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • FortiDLP — where it wins

    • Endpoint controls cover Windows, macOS, Linux, and removable media.
    • Lineage tracking and SaaS/GenAI inventory add data-movement context.
    • Behavior analytics link risk-adaptive controls with incident case management.

    Where it doesn't

    • Cloud multi-tenant SaaS only; there is no on-premises option.
    • Pricing requires contacting sales.
    • New customers require Best Practices Service during the first year.
  • Netwrix Endpoint Protector — where it wins

    • Granular controls for USB, Bluetooth, printers, and other peripherals
    • Content-aware transfer blocking plus endpoint eDiscovery scanning
    • Windows, macOS, and Linux coverage with AI-app content controls

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires a contact-sales conversation
    • Policy administration is centered on endpoint activity and devices
    • Advanced deployment and policy design may require dedicated administrators
  • FortiDLP9.1/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad endpoint and insider-risk toolkit for organizations protecting sensitive data flows.

    Visit FortiDLPFull verdict →
  • Netwrix Endpoint Protector8.7/10 · Pricing on request

    Endpoint-focused DLP with deep device, transfer, discovery, and AI-app controls.

    Visit NetwrixFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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