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Aruba Virtual Intranet Access vs OpenVPN Access Server comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jul 31, 2025

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

Aruba Virtual Intranet Access
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
38th
Average Rating
7.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
OpenVPN Access Server
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
5.9
Number of Reviews
50
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of September 2025, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Aruba Virtual Intranet Access is 0.5%, up from 0.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenVPN Access Server is 15.3%, up from 15.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
OpenVPN Access Server Enterprise15.3%
Aruba Virtual Intranet Access0.5%
Other84.2%
Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
 

Featured Reviews

reviewer1934385 - PeerSpot reviewer
Very user friendly but configurations can be a bit complex
We use the solution to access company information via the cloud.  The solution is very user friendly.  Configurations can be a bit complex.  I have been using the solution for two years.  The solution is stable.  Technical support is very helpful so I rate them a seven out of ten.  Neutral…
LAWAL YUSUF - PeerSpot reviewer
Has robust features for encryption and stability
We use the product for secure remote access, including WiFi and IoT device security The product has strong encryption and scalability features. It provides security for private network connections. The product’s connectivity is very slow. It could be faster. We have been using OpenVPN Access…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The solution is very user friendly."
"Security is the most valuable feature."
"The stability is very reliable in my experience."
"Highly configurable. You can create your own custom client installer and can rebrand the server-side program."
"I like that it's free."
"Two-factor authentication allows us to not force frequent password changes."
"What I appreciate the most about OpenVPN Access Server is that it's very easy to set up."
"It is easy to use."
"The product provides secure internet connections and helps with faster downloads."
 

Cons

"Configurations can be a bit complex."
"The server configuration file needs to be improved, it's the biggest problem in the configuration process."
"I would like to see continued advanced security implementation."
"One improvement I would like to see in OpenVPN is better adaptability in certain geographical areas."
"It could be faster. It could also be more stable."
"This solution should improve the connection speed and the user interface. The stability of this solution should be improved as well."
"The stability of the OpenVPN Access Server has room for improvement."
"The solution should provide a faster connection, and its security could be improved."
"They should make the solution more secure by adding some firewall functionalities."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"It is an open-source solution, so we don't pay for anything."
"OpenVPN Access Server is free and open source."
"The price point is fantastic since it is free."
"The solution was free of charge."
"The product offers yearly as well as monthly subscription plans. It has moderate pricing."
"It is free, you buy support."
"I don't need to pay for its license since it is an open-source tool."
"The licensing has a fixed pricing."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
18%
Comms Service Provider
11%
University
7%
Educational Organization
6%
 

Company Size

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Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
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By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business30
Midsize Enterprise7
Large Enterprise14
 

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Also Known As

Aruba VIA
OpenVPN
 

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