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Barracuda SSL VPN vs OpenVPN Access Server comparison

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 6, 2024
 

Categories and Ranking

Netgate TNSR
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Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
44th
Average Rating
7.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
Routers (10th)
Barracuda SSL VPN
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
23rd
Average Rating
8.2
Number of Reviews
4
Ranking in other categories
SSL VPN (10th)
OpenVPN Access Server
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
1st
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
46
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Netgate TNSR is 0.2%, up from 0.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Barracuda SSL VPN is 0.8%, down from 1.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenVPN Access Server is 15.9%, down from 16.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

reviewer1642500 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 18, 2021
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…
Ikh-Erdene Namsrai - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 14, 2023
Provides good scalability and has a simple setup process
We use Barracuda SSL VPN for network connection The product is easy to connect. There could be more security features included in the product. We are the latest version of Barracuda SSL VPN. I rate Barracuda SSL VPN's stability an eight or nine out of ten. We have 30-40 Barracuda SSL VPN…
Bertrand Moutault - PeerSpot reviewer
Jul 20, 2023
An easy-to-use tool with which its users can access networks from home or external locations
I use OpenVPN Access Server to access certain networks from home or external locations The most valuable features of the solution are that it is easy to use and quick overall. Sometimes OpenVPN Access Server is difficult to connect to, and in our company, we don't know why it is difficult. The…

Quotes from Members

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

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is not a license required for this solution but the price should be less expensive."
"The product is affordable and reasonably priced so it would make a lot of sense for people to use it long-term."
"Barracuda SSL VPN is inexpensive."
"At one point I had to purchase addition connection licenses. I was very pleased with the pricing and licensing; so much easier than navigating the confusing jungle of Microsoft and Cisco licensing and pricing. That alone made the product a delight to manage."
"The solution is free of cost."
"The licensing has a fixed pricing."
"It is an open-source solution, so we don't pay for anything."
"OpenVPN Access Server is free and open source."
"OpenVPN is a free and open-source solution."
"OpenVPN Access Server was free for students. I don't know if you have to pay for an advanced version."
"The price point is fantastic since it is free."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
16%
Comms Service Provider
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Financial Services Firm
6%
Computer Software Company
26%
Comms Service Provider
9%
University
7%
Government
7%
Computer Software Company
17%
Educational Organization
7%
Government
7%
Comms Service Provider
7%
 

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 is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Barracuda SSL VPN?
Barracuda SSL VPN is inexpensive. We purchase its yearly license.
What needs improvement with Barracuda SSL VPN?
There could be more security features included in the product.
How does Fortinet FortiClient compare with Open VPN Access Server?
Fortinet FortiClient is a feature-rich solution that is easy to use and deploy without sacrificing safety and securit...
What do you like most about OpenVPN Access Server?
OpenVPN Access Server is a simple and easy-to-use solution that I can use myself without anybody's help.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for OpenVPN Access Server?
It is not that expensive. It makes it more efficient for some people's jobs.
 

Also Known As

TNSR
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Sample Customers

UCLA, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, shopify
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Verizon, Amazon, Disney, HP, Microsoft, IBM, Samsung
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