ClamAV vs Fortinet FortiClient: side-by-side comparison (2026)
ClamAV is a free endpoint protection platform solution. Fortinet FortiClient is a commercial endpoint protection platform solution by Fortinet. Features, integrations, deployment and the company behind each one, side by side.
Our take
What our shortlists say about the one we picked.
- Fortinet FortiClient
Best for: Companies already running Fortinet firewalls
It earns its place because Fortinet firewalls use its device data to enforce access rules, so one agent handles endpoint protection and access control at once. If you already run FortiGate, that can replace a separate VPN client and endpoint agent. If you do not, weigh it against focused endpoint suites, because much of its value depends on the firewall side.
From Best Endpoint Security Solutions for Business, Fall 2026
Reviewed by Nika (Nikoloz) Kokhreidze.
ClamAV is an open-source antivirus engine that detects trojans, viruses, malware, and other malicious threats.
Unified endpoint agent providing ZTNA, VPN, EPP, and fabric integration
Side-by-side comparison
Feature
ClamAV
Fortinet FortiClient
Pricing model
Free
Commercial
Category
Endpoint Protection Platform
Endpoint Protection Platform
Deployment and fit
Deployment type
On-Premises
Hybrid
Company size fit
Startup, SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise
Company
Company
–
Fortinet
Use cases and capabilities
Open Source
Yes
No
Security Tools
Yes
No
URL Filtering
No
Yes
ZTNA
No
Yes
Core features
No features listed
10 features listed
Integrations
No integrations listed
12 integrations listed
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