#1 most frequent
United States of America
63.9%1,229 installations of 1,922
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Top Performing Features
Multi-Platform Support
Offers compatibility with various operating systems and devices, allowing users to protect their data and privacy on multiple platforms.
Category average: 9.1
AES 256-bit Encryption
Utilizes Advanced Encryption Standard with a 256-bit key to secure data and communication, ensuring high levels of confidentiality and protection against cyber threats.
Category average: 9.7
Split Tunneling
Permits users to route some of their device's traffic through the VPN while allowing other traffic to access the internet directly, optimizing performance and efficiency.
Category average: 8.8
Areas for Improvement
Kill Switch
Automatically disconnects the device from the internet if the VPN connection drops unexpectedly, preventing data leaks and exposure of sensitive information.
Category average: 9.5
No-Logs Policy
Ensures that the VPN provider does not store or track users' online activities, guaranteeing privacy and anonymity while using the service.
Category average: 7.9
Simultaneous Connections
Allows users to connect multiple devices to the VPN service under a single subscription, ensuring all devices are protected concurrently.
Category average: 9
Who Buys & Uses Cisco AnyConnect
#2 most frequent
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
5.6%107 installations of 1,922
#3 most frequent
Canada
5.5%106 installations of 1,922
Recommended VPN client for cisco based infrastructure.
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Our office backbone infrastructure is mainly made of cisco devices like at core cisco ASA and FTD firewalls, at branch level cisco ISR series routers and at distribution level we have mixed vendors and most of them are cisco switches.
So, we mainly use Cisco AnyConnect to help our remote employees to connect to our network and get secure access to office resources. On top of that it goes pretty well with our overall cisco based infrastructure. Most of our critical app servers are hosted inside so it's a must use tool for our daily operation.
So, we mainly use Cisco AnyConnect to help our remote employees to connect to our network and get secure access to office resources. On top of that it goes pretty well with our overall cisco based infrastructure. Most of our critical app servers are hosted inside so it's a must use tool for our daily operation.
Pros
- Most of our users are windows based but we do have linux and MAC users, till now we did not face any issue in any of these OS regarding the installation or connectivity with Cisco AnyConnect. Supports almost in all linux distro which is a huge plus point for us.
- Also, it's a great tool to keep the overall infrastructure posture in check. I mean a user must meet some certain conditions to connect to our office network like having the tamper protection and antivirus on. No user will be allowed until he meet these criteria
- We have the biggest advantage of having the cisco based infra thus we hardly face any issue with Cisco AnyConnect.
- The encryptions methods are highly trustworthy.
Cons
- We did not face any noticeable difficulties with Cisco AnyConnect till now, but we had to migrate our ASA firewall to a different vendor as ASA was EOL in one of our branch. As we have site to site VPN with all the site we were struggling to establish VPN between the cisco FTD and newly deployed firewall (non cisco). Later even after a successful VPN we were struggling to do remote access VPN to our FTD which had tunnel with a non cisco firewall. So overall I would recommend cisco to improve Cisco AnyConnect in terms of compatibility specifically when the remote access vpn needs to work in mixed environments where Cisco devices have to tunnel with non cisco routers or firewalls
- compared to other vpn clients the user interface of Cisco AnyConnect feels very basic. Well, it does have its pros and cons like some non tech employees can use it very effectively!
Return on Investment
- Our overall ROI is mixed though our start was great as earlier mentioned that our infrastructure is based on cisco but as we are planning to move on in few places due to device EOL issue we are facing some complexity regarding the combability of cisco VPN clients with non cisco firewalls which slowed the overall return
Usability
Alternatives Considered
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
Other Software Used
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
Great performing platform
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
I find the use of Cisco AnyConnect very useful and so far have not experienced any issues. In addition to being a remote access software, Cisco Anyconnect is an excellent design in protecting our organisation. I am using the platform knowing my identity is protected at all times, especially in the current world of cyber attacks.
Pros
- Keeps my data safe
- Excellent security
- Monitoring of potential cyber attacks
Cons
- I am happy with how it currently performs
Return on Investment
- This will need to be answered by our IT function, as they measure in accordance to performance
Usability
Other Software Used
WatchGuard Firebox Cloud
Secure Connection Absolute Protection
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Cisco AnyConnect was instrumental to the establishment of efficient and secure connections to company resources, and it is applicable for our middleware and automation workers. It has some characteristics of something like effective software, in as much as it can boast of strong performance despite high traffic. Through its design, the user interface has no technical barrier to its usage.
Pros
- Secure remote access and a strong authentication system that includes fingerprints and passwords.
- Cisco AnyConnect has features of reconnecting and staying connected with VPN again automatically once the connection to the internet is regained.
- Cisco AnyConnect also offers support for Web and Android devices apart from Windows, Mac, and Linux
Cons
- Cisco AnyConnect can use the system resources as long as the program is being run.
- Account activation may be very difficult when connecting from areas requiring captive portal login, if certain settings are not allowed.
- By default, it is possible to request the user to authenticate again at specific intervals.
Return on Investment
- Having the possibility to access the systems and the necessary data from any place can be a major benefit of implementing flexible working conditions.
- Through the implementation of a strong encrypted connection and the capabilities in authentication, our risk of a data breach on this site has been minimized.
- The features offered by Cisco AnyConnect streamlined regulations that our industry requires and released much of the burden of implementing procedures on me.
Usability
Alternatives Considered
FortiClient and Malwarebytes
Other Software Used
Cisco Board Series, Webex Meetings, Cisco 3504 WLAN Controller
Great VPN solution
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Cisco AnyConnect are the sole tool for remote access to company network, when not in the office. Provides a secure and simple to use solution. Paired with Cisco ICE and Umbrella it gives the users a good experience when working remotely. In addition, connect before logon gives optimum security.
Pros
- Secure access
- 2 factor authentication
- Speedy connection
Cons
- It does slow down the initial PC startup
- Can hamper connection to unknown WiFi
Usability
Alternatives Considered
Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access
Other Software Used
Webex App, Webex Calling, Webex Meetings
Excellent Gateway Guardian!
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
My primary use of Cisco AnyConnect is to ensure I have a secure gateway for accessing my company's systems when I am working or traveling out of town. Since I've worked remotely since March of 2020, Cisco AnyConnect has been key to maintaining security for my laptop. It also is a requirement of my company for accessing specific platforms, e.g., accounting, process workflows, and so on.
Pros
- Quick connect time
- Easy to use the interface
- Excellent security for remote use
- Very intuitive, extremely easy to log-on
Cons
- No recommendations
- The software works very well
- No problems at all
Return on Investment
- I don't have hard numbers to give, unfortunately.
Usability
Other Software Used
D&B Risk Analytics, Microsoft 365, NAVEX One
