{"id":83152,"date":"2024-08-22T16:59:22","date_gmt":"2024-08-22T08:59:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/?p=83152"},"modified":"2024-08-16T17:01:23","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T09:01:23","slug":"third-party-reviews-tailscale-alternatives-and-competitors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/en\/2024\/08\/third-party-reviews-tailscale-alternatives-and-competitors\/","title":{"rendered":"Third-party reviews: Tailscale alternatives and competitors"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"83152\" class=\"elementor elementor-83152\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-35fe5dd post-content elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"35fe5dd\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;cef08c3&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-409a2e9a\" data-id=\"409a2e9a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a8be8f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a8be8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6m0M2os5udnLwbmqfwA4ag\/8e9d64cb1bdbe2c585baa62dd8d002d5\/Tailscale_alternatives.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" width=\"1080\" height=\"617\" \/><\/p><article class=\"RichText_root__1_CNu BlogPostContent_richText__rG0U1\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">With the rise in cyber-attacks, choosing the right tool to protect your organization is crucial. The best tool for you depends on the features you need, your IT team&#8217;s capabilities, budget, and other factors. Tailscale is one option offering <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/learn\/zero-trust\/what-is-ztna\/\">Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)<\/a> features. This article reviews Tailscale&#8217;s competitors and alternatives, comparing secure network access solutions and VPNs with other popular options.<\/p><h2 id=\"overview-of-tailscale\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Overview of Tailscale<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Tailscale focuses on securely connecting users, services, and devices for remote access. It uses WireGuard, an open-source protocol, to create secure VPN connections. Due to its high-speed cryptography and integration within the Linux kernel, WireGuard is faster than older protocols like IPsec and OpenVPN.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">While some <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/selfhosted\/comments\/wqbsve\/tailscale_vs_wireguard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">users see<\/a> Tailscale&#8217;s B2C offering as just a more user-friendly version of WireGuard, its offering for organizations includes additional features. Tailscale&#8217;s Zero Trust features and VPN support remote work and protect segmented networks.<\/p><h2 id=\"most-mentioned-product-strengths\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned product strengths<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Tailscale has several notable features that make it popular for remote access and network security:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">WireGuard protocol which ensures fast and secure connections<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Multi-factor authentication makes systems more secure<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">End-to-end encryption protects network traffic<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Device sharing feature helps in troubleshooting<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h2 id=\"most-mentioned-overall-product-benefits-of-tailscale\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned overall product benefits of Tailscale<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Here\u2019s what users enjoy about the software:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Easy to set up<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">User-friendly<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Fast because it uses WireGuard<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Offers a free trial<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h2 id=\"tailscales-limitations\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Tailscale&#8217;s limitations<\/h2><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Tailscale&#8217;s limitations, according to the review platforms, are:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Limited security and compliance features for enterprise needs<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Payment by invoice is only available for the Enterprise plan<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Requires opening ports on corporate firewalls<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Let\u2019s look now at Tailscale alternatives.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><i>Disclaimer: <\/i>This product review is based on information provided on VPN review sites and forum social networks such as <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/tailscale\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">G2<\/a> and <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/selfhosted\/comments\/18evofr\/a_word_of_caution_about_tailscale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reddit<\/a> and assessed customer feedback shared on these platforms, accessed on August 5, 2024.<\/p><h2 id=\"nordlayer\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">NordLayer<\/h2><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Overview of NordLayer<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer is a network protection solution that provides secure access to company resources from anywhere. It boosts network security, supports remote work, and helps achieve compliance. NordLayer is a multi-layered network protection tool from Nord Security, the creators of NordVPN, a widely used VPN service.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer helps organizations adopt <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/features\/cloud-firewall\/\">Firewall as a Service (FWaaS)<\/a>, <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/zero-trust\/\">Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)<\/a>, and <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/secure-web-gateway\/\">Secure Web Gateway (SWG)<\/a> principles, focusing on the <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/sase\/security-service-edge\/\">Secure Service Edge (SSE)<\/a>. It provides <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/saas-security\/\">SaaS security<\/a> features for internet, resource, and network access control.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer is flexible and scalable, making it a good fit for businesses of all sizes.<\/p><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Product strengths<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">The solution enhances network security with several capabilities:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">ZTNA features, such as Cloud Firewall, Device Posture Security, Virtual Private Gateways, etc., allow only authorized users and devices to access the network<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Encryption and a set of SWG features for safe browsing, like DNS filtering and ThreatBlock, make internet access more secure<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Establishes a reliable remote connection to hybrid networks and remote devices, enabling secure remote work<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Offers strong identity and access management solutions that include Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), and user provisioning<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Product benefits of NordLayer<\/h3><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/6bBp5fbzheKtt86PZ7Re7r\/0b8071bd84b5c86a2f2acb5e3d520967\/Supporting_visual.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"Product benefits of NordLayer\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">The solution&#8217;s strengths include:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Easy integration with the existing infrastructure<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Fast setup (only 10 minutes)<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">User-friendly Control Panel<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Requires no hardware and is easy to maintain<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Offers <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/pricing\/\">14-day money-back guarantee<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Unique offering of NordLayer<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer provides unique advantages that differentiate it from its competitors.<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">High-performance 24\/7 support available with all plans<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Proactive help during onboarding, troubleshooting, and scaling<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/download\/browser-extension\/\">Browser Extension<\/a> for better performance and extended secure device perimeter<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">ThreatBlock, protecting against malicious sites<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Quarterly follow-ups for better product usage and adoption<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Customer-centric product development with client feedback shaping the roadmap<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/features\/nordlynx\/\">NordLynx protocol<\/a>, built around the WireGuard\u00ae protocol. It uses a double Network Address Translation system, allowing secure connections to VPN servers without storing any identifiable data<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">NordLayer&#8217;s limitations<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer has some limitations:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">It can be expensive for smaller businesses<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Requires a minimum of 5 seats<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Specialized providers may be more affordable for customers needing only one function<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">NordLayer reviews<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">For an objective product evaluation, we will consult major VPN review sites such as <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gartner.com\/reviews\/market\/zero-trust-network-access\/vendor\/nordlayer\/product\/nordlayer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gartner<\/a>, <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/203059\/NordLayer\/reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Capterra<\/a>, and <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/cybernews.com\/best-vpn\/nordlayer-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cybernews<\/a> and analyze client feedback from these sources.<\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/2hVG7DTrpmlC1uBep1o54r\/4224761c0d04822c0ce4194642450423\/Review_1.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"NordLayer reviews \" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Here\u2019s what users appreciate about NordLayer:<\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/4TDh2wUxymri1jlQuD67sE\/9a0ef4dded82ab884e9c5d01d65474dc\/Review_2.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"NordLayer reviews\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">For details on NordLayer&#8217;s secure network access features and plans, check our <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/pricing\/\">pricing<\/a>.<\/p><h2 id=\"goodaccess\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">GoodAccess<\/h2><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Overview of GoodAccess<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">GoodAccess positions itself as &#8216;Zero Trust Architecture as a Service&#8217; for small and medium enterprises. The tool offers a software-defined perimeter, business VPN, secure web gateway, Zero Trust Network Access, remote access VPN, and security compliance.<\/p><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned product strengths<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Here\u2019s what users mentioned most in their positive reviews:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">VPN<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Static IP addresses<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Cloud-based platform<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Secure access from any physical location<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned overall product benefits of GoodAccess<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">GoodAccess provides several benefits:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Ease of use<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Simple implementation<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Strong customer support<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Reliable<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">GoodAccess&#8217;s limitations<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Users also weren\u2019t happy about these things:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">High price<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Only one mobile device and one tablet\/PC can use the connection at a time<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Limited features<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Lacking reporting capabilities<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">High scaling costs when adding extra gateways<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Viewing credentials in the account management portal resets the user\u2019s password<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><i>Disclaimer: <\/i>This product review is based on information provided on VPN review sites such as <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gartner.com\/reviews\/market\/zero-trust-network-access\/vendor\/goodaccess\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gartner<\/a>, <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/208155\/GoodAccess\/reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Capterra<\/a> and <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/goodaccess\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">G2<\/a> and assessed customer feedback shared on these platforms, accessed on August 5, 2024.<\/p><h2 id=\"twingate\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">Twingate<\/h2><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Overview of Twingate<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Twingate uses Zero Trust to improve remote access security, offering a safer alternative to traditional VPNs. It is easy to set up and manage. Twingate supports remote teams and offers responsive customer support to meet secure access needs.<\/p><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned product strengths<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Twingate offers several capabilities to enhance network security:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Provides Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) features and Secure Web Gateway (SWG)<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Granular control of access and visibility into who accesses the network<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Detailed Access Control Lists control permissions<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned overall product benefits of Twingate<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Twingate offers several benefits:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Easy to implement, use, and manage; no networking knowledge required<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Transparent routing and access for end users<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Twingate&#8217;s limitations<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Twingate has some weaknesses:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Sometimes causes disruptions for users; stability needs improvement<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">No Linux VPN client, only supports MacOS<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Admin interface needs better UX design<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><i>Disclaimer:<\/i> This product review is based on information provided on VPN review sites such as <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gartner.com\/reviews\/market\/zero-trust-network-access\/vendor\/twingate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gartner<\/a>, <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/msp\/comments\/u4g4yg\/do_you_use_twingate_for_your_clients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reddit<\/a> and <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/twingate\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">G2<\/a> and assessed customer feedback shared on these platforms, accessed on August 5, 2024.<\/p><h2 id=\"openvpn\" class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h2__2iijA\" data-testid=\"heading\">OpenVPN<\/h2><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Overview of OpenVPN<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">OpenVPN is a popular open-source VPN solution known for its flexibility and security. Widely used by businesses, it helps to secure remote access by encrypting network traffic and protecting privacy. It allows employees to access main office systems remotely.<\/p><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned product strengths<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">OpenVPN offers several capabilities:<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Secure remote access<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Strong encryption<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Additional features, like connection stats and connecting via URL<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">Most mentioned overall product benefits of OpenVPN<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">OpenVPN provides several benefits.<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Trusted by many businesses<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Well-written documentation<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"Heading_root__vbfeI Heading_heading20__p7mXS Heading_primary__3VZgz Heading_normal__hJuNy RichText_h3__gewqv\" data-testid=\"heading\">OpenVPN&#8217;s limitations<\/h3><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">OpenVPN has some weaknesses.<\/p><ol class=\"RichText_ol__z_262\"><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Slower than the WireGuard protocol<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Confusing admin GUI<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">High cost for advanced features<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Difficult to reset multi-factor authentication for users who lose their phone<\/p><\/li><li class=\"RichText_listItem__DIiAr\"><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Lacks additional ZTNA features, making it less comprehensive for businesses needing advanced solutions<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" width=\"1080\" height=\"668\" \/><\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><i>Disclaimer: This product review is based on information provided on VPN review sites such as <\/i><a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/openvpn-access-server\/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i>G2<\/i><\/a><i> and <\/i><a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/p\/159435\/access-server\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i>Capterra<\/i><\/a><i> and assessed customer feedback shared on these platforms, accessed on August 5, 2024.<\/i><\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_autoHeight__eDTAt Image_autoWidth__spy21 RichText_image__z9xEG\" style=\"color: transparent;\" src=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 50vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=384&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 384w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=600&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 600w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=640&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 640w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=750&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 750w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=828&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 828w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=1080&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1080w, https:\/\/images.ctfassets.net\/5natoedl294r\/1P1GWXZxNgmqpQJ5vgjU2B\/c1dc1f057acbca43056990a75fd97060\/Different_circumstances___different_scenarios.png?w=1280&amp;q=75&amp;fit=fill&amp;fm=webp 1280w\" alt=\"Different circumstances \u2014 different scenarios\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" data-nimg=\"future\" \/><\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">Choosing the right solution for securing local networks and protecting your team can be challenging. Decision-makers often struggle with where to begin.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\">NordLayer offers a <a class=\"Link_inherit__NP_8V Link_medium__XEV_Z Link_noTextDecoration__GhdxD Link_aTagRoot__8wRP7 Hyperlink_link__umZi8\" href=\"\/en\/decision-makers-kit\/\">Decision Maker\u2019s Kit<\/a>, a free resource designed to help you build a strategy for selecting the most suitable solution for your organization. This kit provides step-by-step guidance from start to finish, ensuring you make an informed decision.<\/p><p class=\"Text_text__rSWMU RichText_paragraph__DNqK4 Text_body50___cwDR\" data-testid=\"text\"><b><i>Disclaimer: <\/i><\/b><i>The information in this article is provided for informational purposes only, is based on publicly available third-party reviews, user feedback, and online sources accessed on August 5, 2024, and should not be considered definitive or permanent. While we strive for accuracy and completeness, Nord Security Inc. and its affiliates make no guarantees regarding the information&#8217;s accuracy, completeness, or suitability. We do not undertake, warrant or represent that any product, or its feature, is or will remain publicly regarded as better or worse than other options, serve any purpose, has mentioned features, benefits, strengths, and limitations for any period of time. Product features, pricing, and other details may change, and we advise readers to verify these directly with vendors. We disclaim liability for any errors, omissions, or actions taken based on this information. The inclusion of competitor products does not imply affiliation, <\/i>or <i>endorsement, and all trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. Readers should conduct their own research and seek independent advice before making purchasing decisions.<\/i><\/p><\/article>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cf03edf elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cf03edf\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b576c6d\" data-id=\"b576c6d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfd91ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"bfd91ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"18103\" class=\"elementor elementor-18103\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-748947f elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"748947f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7995c19\" data-id=\"7995c19\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a437045 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-box\" data-id=\"a437045\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-image-box-wrapper\"><div class=\"elementor-image-box-content\"><h3 class=\"elementor-image-box-title\">About Version 2 Digital<\/h3><p class=\"elementor-image-box-description\">Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.\n<br><br>\nThrough an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"63561\" class=\"elementor elementor-63561\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1b6aa2c4 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1b6aa2c4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1b283ee5\" data-id=\"1b283ee5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e466f1a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4e466f1a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About NordLayer<br \/><\/strong>NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses \u2013 from the world\u2019s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.<\/p><p>The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9e34e91 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9e34e91\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bb2c932\" data-id=\"bb2c932\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6a493c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c6a493c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About NordLayer<br \/><\/strong>NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses \u2013 from the world\u2019s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.<\/p><p>The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. 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