FortiClient
8.6#2 in antivirus softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
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Microsoft Defender Antivirus
5.8#108 in antivirus softwareWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | FortiClient | Microsoft Defender Antivirus |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2000 | 1975 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Headquarters | Sunnyvale, California, United States | Redmond, Washington, USA |
| Parental controls | No | No |
| Password manager | No | No |
| Protection scope | complete security | antivirus |
| Ransomware protection | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Linux,iOS,Android | Windows 10,Windows 11 |
FortiClient plans
- FortiClient VPN-onlyFree
- FortiClient EPP/APT EditionPriced on request
- FortiClient Standalone EditionPriced on request
- FortiClient ZTNA EditionPriced on request
Microsoft Defender Antivirus plans
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus built into Windows—
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus built into WindowsPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 PersonalPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 Personal—
- Microsoft 365 FamilyPriced on request
- Microsoft 365 Family—
Pick FortiClient if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Microsoft Defender Antivirus if…
It suits Windows 10 and Windows 11 users seeking built-in antivirus and ransomware protection. The listed Microsoft 365 plans may interest people who also want the stated device and cloud-storage allowances.