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AWS Direct Connect vs Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 6, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Categories and Ranking

Netgate TNSR
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Average Rating
7.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Virtual Routers (3rd)
AWS Direct Connect
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
8
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (11th)
Cisco Secure Client (includ...
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
72
Ranking in other categories
SSL VPN (4th), Enterprise Infrastructure VPN (4th), ZTNA as a Service (11th), Cisco Security Portfolio (7th)
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer1642500 - PeerSpot reviewer
Good performance, stable, but price could be reduced
I am using Netgate TNSR for personal network security The solution has good performance. I have been using Netgate TNSR for approximately two years. The solution is stable. The scalability could improve. I have not needed to use technical support. The installation is very simple, all you…
Flavio Gomes Figueira Camacho Junior - PeerSpot reviewer
Establish secure and private connections between on-premise infrastructure and cloud environments
AWS Direct Connect allows me to connect our on-premise infrastructure directly with AWS infrastructure. This is particularly beneficial because it helps me use our infrastructure for databases and testing while leveraging AWS's computing power for production purposes. I also do not need to expose management of our machines to the public internet, enhancing security by using a private connection.
Wouter Beer - PeerSpot reviewer
Generates revenue through service offering while needing additional safety features
The primary use case for Cisco Secure Client, including AnyConnect, is as a VPN for remote access I use AnyConnect because I have Cisco infrastructure. It utilizes certificates, which allows for automatic setup. The security features are beneficial, and the whole idea of the app is that it should…
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Comms Service Provider
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
7%
Financial Services Firm
19%
Computer Software Company
18%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Government
5%
Educational Organization
50%
Computer Software Company
17%
Financial Services Firm
5%
Government
4%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Netgate TNSR?
It's an ideal gateway solution for small and medium businesses, i.e., around 300 devices can be easily handled.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Netgate TNSR?
The product is very cost-effective and has no requirement for additional licenses. The setup is not easy. Users need ...
What is your primary use case for Netgate TNSR?
THe solution is used as a primary gateway with two lease lines of 450 Mbps total. Around 200 users are under it. Ther...
What do you like most about AWS Direct Connect?
AWS Direct Connect provides a secure and encrypted connection over the internet.
What needs improvement with AWS Direct Connect?
AWS Direct Connect is straightforward and performs well for me. However, having more locations could improve the conv...
What is your primary use case for AWS Direct Connect?
I use AWS Direct Connect to connect our on-premise infrastructure with AWS. We have a data center with our own server...
What do you like most about Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
The tool is user-friendly, robust and easy to use in any environment.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
Cisco Secure Client is a reasonable solution in terms of cost. I wouldn't be aware of the specific pricing details, a...
What needs improvement with Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
Creating a profile for the users might be good. Additionally, if user authentication has already been done on a devic...
 

Also Known As

TNSR
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Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client
 

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Sample Customers

US Army, TrustCo Bank, Arkansas State University
Expedia, Intuit, Royal Dutch Shell, Brooks Brothers
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