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Fortinet vs Versa Networks

Fortinet sells cybersecurity and networking technology to enterprises, service providers, and government organizations. Versa Networks sells Versa SASE, which integrates security, networking, SD-WAN, and analytics within a single software operating system. CISO Tribune files both under Firewalls and NGFW and SASE and SSE. This page sets the two records side by side: what each sells, where it is based, who owns and funds it, the customers it names and its recent news, each fact numbered to its source.

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Fortinet vs Versa Networks: Products, Customers and Funding Compared
FortinetFortinet sells cybersecurity and networking technology to enterprises, service providers, and government organizations.fortinet.comVersa NetworksVersa Networks sells Versa SASE, which integrates security, networking, SD-WAN, and analytics within a single software operating system.versa-networks.com
What it sells
  • FortiWeb[18]FortiWeb protects web applications and APIs.
  • FortiAP[17]FortiAP provides secure wireless LAN access points.
  • FortiManager[12][19]FortiManager is a NOC-SOC operations tool.
  • FortiSIEM[12][16]FortiSIEM is Fortinet’s SIEM solution.
  • FortiSandbox[16]FortiSandbox provides AI-powered protection against zero-day threats.
  • Unified SASE[1][11]Fortinet Unified SASE combines networking with AI-aware controls.
  • FortiAIGate[11]FortiAIGate secures AI apps and agents.
  • Secure SD-WAN[1][3][4][5][6]Versa Secure SD-WAN integrates software-defined networking and security services into one platform.
  • Next Generation Firewall (NGFW)[3]Versa Next Generation Firewall as a Service delivers threat protection through secure virtual private networking, universal threat management, malware detection, and intrusion prevention.
  • Versa GenAI Firewall[11]Versa GenAI Firewall limits shadow use cases of GenAI to reduce the GenAI attack surface and emerging risks.
  • Versa Sovereign SASE[14]Versa Sovereign SASE can be deployed on the customer's own infrastructure.
  • Versa Secure SD-LAN[12]Versa Secure SD-LAN unifies switching, routing, and security into a centrally managed, software-defined platform.
  • Versa Titan[13]Versa Titan is a cloud managed SASE solution for Lean IT and mid-market enterprises, powered by the Versa Operating System (VOS).
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Headquarters
Sunnyvale, United StatesNot stated on its pages
Founded
2000[4]Not stated on its pages
Ownership and funding
Public (NASDAQ: FTNT)[2][9][12][13][17][20][22]Privately held[2][3][4][5][7][8]
Named customers
  • IHG Hotels & Resorts[5]
  • Alaska Airlines[6]
  • IndiGo[7]
  • University of Birmingham[8]
Not stated on its pages
Recent news
  • August 17, 2026Fortinet announced it has acquired Virtue AI, a company focused on AI runtime protection, automated AI validation, and security for autonomous AI systems.[20]
  • August 17, 2026Fortinet acquired Virtue AI, a company offering AI runtime protection and automated validation for autonomous AI systems.[9]
  • July 29, 2026Fortinet reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $2.05 billion, up 26% year over year.[2]
  • June 24, 2026Fortinet appointed Derek Kan to its board of directors.[21]
  • May 6, 2026Fortinet reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.85 billion, up 20% year over year.[10]
Not stated on its pages
G2 and Gartner Peer Insights
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: listed, seen November 3, 2026[22]
  • G2: Not stated on its pages
  • Gartner Peer Insights: Not stated on its pages
Who it fits
From its own pages, Fortinet sells mainly to enterprises, service providers, and government organizations. Its firewall pages describe deployments across data centers, branch offices, and multi-cloud environments. Wireless products are described for campuses, remote workers, and large public venues such as stadiums and arenas.Versa Titan is described as a cloud managed SASE solution for Lean IT and mid-market enterprises. Versa SASE is delivered via the cloud, on-premises, or as a blended combination of both. Versa Sovereign SASE is offered for on-premises deployment or as a managed service.
Last verified
November 9, 2026September 27, 2026

Where they overlap

  • Fortinet and Versa Networks are both filed under Firewalls and NGFW and SASE and SSE.

Where they differ, field by field

  • Fortinet's primary category is Firewalls and NGFW; Versa Networks's is SASE and SSE.
  • Fortinet is also filed under SIEM and EDR and XDR.
  • Fortinet lists FortiWeb, FortiAP, FortiManager, FortiSIEM, FortiSandbox and 2 more. Versa Networks lists Secure SD-WAN, Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), Versa GenAI Firewall, Versa Sovereign SASE, Versa Secure SD-LAN and 1 more.
  • Fortinet is headquartered in Sunnyvale, United States.
  • Fortinet was founded in 2000.
  • Fortinet is a public company listed on NASDAQ as FTNT. Versa Networks is privately held.
  • Fortinet publicly names IHG Hotels & Resorts, Alaska Airlines, IndiGo and University of Birmingham.

What it sells: Fortinet

What FortiWeb does[18]
FortiWeb protects business-critical web applications and APIs from emerging web-based threats. Its features include anomaly detection, API discovery and protection, bot mitigation, and client-side security. It comes in hardware, virtual machine, and SaaS form factors and is available in public cloud marketplaces.
What FortiAP does[17]
FortiAP integrates with the Fortinet SASE offering to support organizations securing microbranches. FortiAPs are available in models from 2x2 to 4x4, with internal or external antenna. Control can be done with FortiGate, FortiGate VM, FortiSASE, or FortiEdge Cloud.
What FortiManager does[12][19]
FortiManager is the NOC-SOC operations tool that was built with security perspective. It provides a single-pane-of-glass across the entire Fortinet Security Fabric.

What it sells: Versa Networks

What Next Generation Firewall (NGFW) does[3]
Versa embedded security integrates NGFW and unified threat management (UTM) services in a single software platform. Versa embedded security is certified by NSS and ICSA Labs.
What Versa GenAI Firewall does[11]
Versa GenAI prevents sensitive data from being uploaded into Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT. Versa inspects prompts and responses inline to stop data leaks and injection attacks in GenAI apps.
What Versa Sovereign SASE does[14]
Sovereign SASE as-a-Service delivers SASE through a cloud consumption model designed for sovereignty requirements. Versa Sovereign SASE includes SD-WAN, Zero Trust access, firewall, secure web protection, advanced threat protection, and data protection.
What Versa Secure SD-LAN does[12]
Versa Secure SD-LAN enforces Zero Trust policies directly within the switching fabric, controlling access to the enterprise LAN for employees, guests, and IoT devices. Versa Secure SD-LAN tracks lateral movement with real-time end device risk assessment.
What Versa Titan does[13]
Versa Titan is enabled onsite via Versa Networks CSG appliances or 3rd party devices. Customers can self-activate, self-deploy and self-manage branch sites or engage with a certified Versa Titan partner who offers managed Versa Titan services.

Questions about Fortinet and Versa Networks

What do Fortinet and Versa Networks sell?
Fortinet sells FortiWeb, FortiAP, FortiManager, FortiSIEM, FortiSandbox and 2 more. Versa Networks sells Secure SD-WAN, Next Generation Firewall (NGFW), Versa GenAI Firewall, Versa Sovereign SASE, Versa Secure SD-LAN and 1 more.
Are Fortinet and Versa Networks in the same category?
They share Firewalls and NGFW and SASE and SSE. Fortinet's primary category is Firewalls and NGFW and Versa Networks's is SASE and SSE.
Where are Fortinet and Versa Networks headquartered?
Fortinet is headquartered in Sunnyvale, United States.
When were Fortinet and Versa Networks founded?
Fortinet was founded in 2000.
Who owns Fortinet and Versa Networks?
Fortinet is a public company listed on NASDAQ as FTNT. Versa Networks is privately held.
Which customers do Fortinet and Versa Networks name?
Fortinet publicly names IHG Hotels & Resorts, Alaska Airlines, IndiGo and University of Birmingham.
Who are Fortinet and Versa Networks sold to?
From its own pages, Fortinet sells mainly to enterprises, service providers, and government organizations. Versa Titan is described as a cloud managed SASE solution for Lean IT and mid-market enterprises.
What have Fortinet and Versa Networks announced recently?
August 17, 2026: Fortinet announced it has acquired Virtue AI, a company focused on AI runtime protection, automated AI validation, and security for autonomous AI systems.

About Fortinet

Fortinet sells cybersecurity and networking technology to enterprises, service providers, and government organizations. Fortinet describes itself as a global US-based company securing over 700,000 enterprises, service providers, and government organizations worldwide.[11]

Fortinet’s firewall line is built around FortiGate. FortiGate Next Generation Firewall uses purpose-built security processors and threat intelligence security services from FortiGuard labs. Fortinet says FortiGate provides automated visibility into applications, users, and network, and provides security ratings. Fortinet’s hybrid mesh firewall approach unifies FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments with centralized management and analytics. Fortinet says its firewall solutions include appliances, VMs, and FWaaS, so they can be deployed anywhere in the network, including cloud resources. Fortinet says its hybrid mesh firewalls (HMFs) offer unified management and consistent security enabled via a single operating system. For branch offices, Fortinet describes unified firewalling, SD-WAN, and a LAN/WLAN controller in one NGFW. FortiGate 1200G with FortiSASE Outpost delivers ASIC-powered local enforcement and cloud-delivered security where businesses need it most.[11][14][15]

Fortinet sells Secure SD-WAN, which combines networking with security. Fortinet says FortiAPs used with Fortinet Secure SD-WAN create a Secure SD-Branch. Fortinet’s wireless LAN solution integrates with the Fortinet Security Fabric to offer built-in security, end-to-end network visibility, and automated threat response. FortiAP integrates with the Fortinet SASE offering to support organizations securing microbranches and related devices. FortiAPs are available in models from 2x2 to 4x4, and configuration and control can be done with a FortiGate Next-Generation Firewall appliance, FortiGate VM, FortiSASE, or FortiEdge Cloud. Fortinet also describes deploying FortiAPs as remote APs to extend corporate network access securely to remote workers.[16]

Fortinet Unified SASE is described as helping secure the AI era with integrated networking, AI-aware controls, sovereign options, and digital experience visibility. In security operations, FortiSIEM is Fortinet’s SIEM solution. FortiSandbox delivers AI-powered protection against emerging, sophisticated, and zero-day threats. Fortinet offers FortiAIGate to secure AI apps and agents, enforce usage policy, and control AI spend. Virtue AI will enhance the Fortinet AI-Native Security Fabric with continuous agentic AI validation and runtime protection across the AI lifecycle, according to Fortinet.[11][16]

Fortinet also sells application security. FortiWeb protects business-critical web applications and APIs from emerging web-based threats that target known and unknown vulnerabilities. FortiWeb features anomaly detection, API discovery and protection, bot mitigation, and client-side security. FortiWeb comes in many form factors including hardware, virtual machines, and SaaS, and is available in public cloud marketplaces. FortiGuard security services used with FortiWeb are annual subscriptions that can be purchased a la carte or as part of a bundle with FortiWeb. Fortinet Email Security provides protection for your critical business information. Fortinet offers FortiProxy for protection against internet-borne threats and Advanced Web Content Caching. FortiADC brings the power of the Fortinet Security Fabric to your application layer. FortiDeceptor is based on deception-based technology that complements an organization’s existing breach protection strategy.[16][18]

Fortinet sells management and endpoint tools alongside its security products. FortiManager is the NOC-SOC operations tool that was built with security perspective, and it provides a single-pane-of-glass across the entire Fortinet Security Fabric. FortiAIOps uses artificial intelligence with machine learning to collect data and identify pattern anomalies. FortiClient Fabric Agent integrates endpoints into the Security Fabric and provides endpoint telemetry, including user identity. FortiExtender WWAN appliance uses LTE connectivity with the cellular infrastructure to provide broadband speeds.[16][19]

Fortinet names customers in several sectors. Global hospitality company IHG Hotels & Resorts is replacing its legacy hub-and-spoke network with a managed SD-WAN solution from Fortinet. IHG Hotels & Resorts is deploying Fortinet Secure SD-WAN to 4,000 sites. Jersey Mike’s says moving to FortiSwitches is greatly enhancing its help desk support of franchisees.[1][3][11][15]

Fortinet on the record

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Fortinet full record

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  6. [6]Alaska airlinesFortinet · fortinet.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  7. [7]Indigo airlinesFortinet · fortinet.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
  8. [8]University of birminghamFortinet · fortinet.com · undated page, accessed October 10, 2026 · Tier A
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Versa Networks full record

  1. [1]versa-networks.comVersa Networks · versa-networks.com · undated page, accessed September 27, 2026 · Tier A
  2. [2]Versa networks announces headquarters office move to accomodate continued rapid growthVersa Networks · versa-networks.com · published May 1, 2022 · Tier A
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  14. [14]Sovereign SASE | Versa NetworksVersa Networks · undated page, accessed November 10, 2026 · Tier A

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