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OpenVPN Access Server vs. SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)

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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    OpenVPN Access Server

    Score7 out of 10
    N/AOpenVPN headquartered in Pleasanton allows users to create secure access to a private network in the cloud or on-premise with Access Server. Access Server is available to deploy directly on various cloud platforms like Amazon AWS, Google GCP, Microsoft Azure, DigitalOcean, and also available as ready-to-deploy virtual appliances for Microsoft HyperV and VMWare ESXi. Alternately, OpenVPN Access Server Virtual Appliance is a full-featured secure network tunneling VPN virtual appliance solution…

    $70

    per month 5 connections (minimum)

    SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)

    Score8.7 out of 10
    N/ASonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances are secure access gateways which provide SSL VPN and remote access to any application or system via enforced secure granular access controls, context aware authorization, and advanced authentication.N/A
    Pricing
    OpenVPN Access ServerSonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)
    Editions & Modules
    10 Connections
    $75.00
    per month
    25 Connections
    $150.00
    per month
    50 Connections
    $219.00
    per month
    100 Connections
    $300.00
    per month
    250 Connections
    $575.00
    per month
    500 Connections
    $1,095.00
    per month
    1,000 Connections
    $1,560.00
    per month
    2,000 Connections
    $3,100.00
    per month
    0-2 Connections
    Free
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    OpenVPN Access ServerSonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    YesNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional DetailsPrice decreases if paid yearly.—
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    Ivanti Secure Unified Client
    Score9.1 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    OpenVPN Access ServerSonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)
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    8.0
    (1 ratings)
    8.0
    (3 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    OpenVPN Access ServerSonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA)
    Likelihood to Recommend
    OpenVPN
    We used it to connect our two offices together. It aids in secure file transfer for remote users. Some of the 3rd party software is only allowed to run on specific IP addresses due to the license and this is a way that remote users can utilize that software without being on-site
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    SonicWall
    SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) is well suited as a solution for VPN on your phone. It allows our agency's employees to access our data and system from almost any device at any time. SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) is less appropriate if you need to implement the product in a very short time frame, as it took longer than expected for rollout to staff.
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    Pros
    OpenVPN
    • Secure
    • Easy setup
    • 2 free users
    • automatic updates
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    SonicWall
    • Secure remote access
    • Control what access users can have
    • Protect from harmful sites and downloads
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    Cons
    OpenVPN
    • some times error logs are not clear
    • Configuring 3rd party apps can sometimes be problematic
    • Limited functionality for iPhone users, but I believe that is due to an apple issue.
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    SonicWall
    • SMA is limited to only SSL VPN , it should have support for hybrid VPN (SSL + IPSEC)
    • There are different specs and features for Enterprise and SMB. Features should be same for all devices.
    • It does not have URL filtering, content filtering, AV/IPS and Threat Prevention features. For achieving the same, we need to deploy another product like firewall or proxy.
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    Alternatives Considered
    OpenVPN
    We found OpenVPN to be more cost-effective vs Azure. In addition, it was easier to install, deploy, and manage
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    SonicWall
    Both Citrix Gateway and Sonic Secure Mobile Access are great for providing your workers with the ability to work remotely during the pandemic to access their office network. Both have secure networks and are stable systems to use. They both perform well for employees and provide helpful customer tech support when needed.
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    Return on Investment
    OpenVPN
    • Only 2 free users, it would be nice if they would expand to 5.
    • Easy way to establish a VPN backbone between two locations
    • Great for work at home or BCP events.
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    SonicWall
    • Security incidents went down by about 30%.
    • With the new world of hybrid work, this SMA functions well and is a necessity.
    • We've had a few issues with patches breaking functions.
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