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Head-to-head · Endpoint Security Software

Kaspersky Next vs FortiEndpoint

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Kaspersky Next #3 in Endpoint Security Software 9.1/10 Pricing on request · 30-day trial ✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Kaspersky
FortiEndpoint #6 in Endpoint Security Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit Fortinet

Kaspersky Next leads on 1 check, FortiEndpoint on 3, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKaspersky Next · 9.1/10
  • Most featuresFortiEndpoint · 3 of 5

Kaspersky Next scores higher on our rubric for endpoint security software: 9.1 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

FortiEndpoint offers edr included; Kaspersky Next doesn't publish it. FortiEndpoint offers xdr included; Kaspersky Next doesn't publish it. Kaspersky Next offers server protection; FortiEndpoint doesn't publish it. FortiEndpoint offers ransomware protection; Kaspersky Next doesn't publish it.

Kaspersky Next is the better fit for teams wanting endpoint protection with EDR and patching. FortiEndpoint is the better fit for organizations using Fortinet security products.

  • Kaspersky Next fits best

    Teams wanting endpoint protection with EDR and patching

  • FortiEndpoint fits best

    Organizations using Fortinet security products

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Side by side

Feature Kaspersky Next 9.1/10 Visit ↗ FortiEndpoint 8.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.8
Ranking #3 in Endpoint Security Software #6 in Endpoint Security Software
Best for Teams wanting endpoint protection with EDR and patching Organizations using Fortinet security products
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan Not published —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Self-hosted Cloud
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, Linux
Support Email, Community Tickets, Community · 24/7
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Kaspersky Next 1/5 · FortiEndpoint 3/5
EDR included Not published ✓ (best)
XDR included Not published ✓ (best)
Mobile protection Not published Not published
Server protection ✓ (best) Not published
Ransomware protection Not published ✓ (best)
Specs
Supported platforms Not published Windows, macOS, Linux
Entry-plan endpoint limit Not published 25 endpoints
Our review
Pros
  • Combines malware and ransomware protection with endpoint detection and response
  • Includes vulnerability scanning, patch management and device controls
  • Offers centralized cloud or on-premises management
  • Combines malware, ransomware, and exploit protection with behavior-based EDR
  • Adds vulnerability remediation, virtual patching, rollback, and threat hunting
  • Fortinet Security Fabric integration connects endpoint management to its ecosystem
Cons
  • Standard pricing is not published
  • Feature availability varies by tier
  • Pricing and features may vary by region
  • Quote-based pricing makes budget comparisons harder
  • EDR and XDR capabilities vary by license tier
  • Coverage is focused on desktop operating systems
Our verdict

Kaspersky Next is a tiered cybersecurity product line for businesses, spanning endpoint protection, endpoint detection and response, and extended detection and response. Its coverage includes Windows, macOS, Linux and mobile devices, with…

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FortiEndpoint brings endpoint protection, behavior-based detection and response, vulnerability assessment, and secure access into a cloud-focused platform managed through a single agent and centralized console. It is aimed at mid-market…

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  1. Kaspersky NextEndpoint Security Software 9.1Pricing on request · 30-day trial
  2. FortiEndpointEndpoint Security Software 8.8Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Kaspersky Next — where it wins

    • Combines malware and ransomware protection with endpoint detection and response
    • Includes vulnerability scanning, patch management and device controls
    • Offers centralized cloud or on-premises management

    Where it doesn't

    • Standard pricing is not published
    • Feature availability varies by tier
    • Pricing and features may vary by region

  • FortiEndpoint — where it wins

    • Combines malware, ransomware, and exploit protection with behavior-based EDR
    • Adds vulnerability remediation, virtual patching, rollback, and threat hunting
    • Fortinet Security Fabric integration connects endpoint management to its ecosystem

    Where it doesn't

    • Quote-based pricing makes budget comparisons harder
    • EDR and XDR capabilities vary by license tier
    • Coverage is focused on desktop operating systems
  • Kaspersky Next9.1/10 · Pricing on request · 30-day trial

    Endpoint protection with EDR, patching and cloud or on-premises management.

    Visit KasperskyFull verdict →
  • FortiEndpoint8.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A Fortinet-focused endpoint suite spanning protection, response, vulnerability work, and access.

    Visit FortinetFull verdict →

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