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Aruba Virtual Intranet Access vs OpenVPN Access Server Enterprise comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Jul 31, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Aruba Virtual Intranet Access
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
39th
Average Rating
7.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
OpenVPN Access Server Enter...
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.1
Number of Reviews
49
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of August 2025, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Aruba Virtual Intranet Access is 0.4%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of OpenVPN Access Server Enterprise is 13.0%, down from 15.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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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."
"I like that it's easy to use, easy to download, and not hard to manage."
"The most valuable feature of OpenVPN is that it is open source. I can do anything with the solution, such as change, build, and collect. Additionally, it is safe to use the solution and there are frequent updates."
"The features I have found to be most valuable are the levels of encryption I can enact and the compression I can apply to improve throughput."
"We use the solution to access remote services."
"It can scale well."
"The most valuable feature is that I can access my local network remotely and avoid doing all the port forwarding and redirections, and so on."
"What I appreciate the most about OpenVPN Access Server is that it's very easy to set up."
"A valuable feature for us is its ability to see the new Citrix server as a local server within the company. And it allows us to test abroad."
 

Cons

"Configurations can be a bit complex."
"The stability of the solution could improve."
"The product’s connectivity is very slow. It could be faster."
"Needs a better GUI."
"The solution should provide a faster connection, and its security could be improved."
"OpenVPN could improve in centralized management and enhance the GUI configuration steps."
"It could be faster. It could also be more stable."
"Working on a faster connection might be a good idea for the product's next release."
"The stability had room for improvement."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"The product's pricing is good value, definitely. It is one of the best features, I would say. Evaluate the product before seeing which type of licensing is good for you. I think there is a good evaluation method available for OpenVPN, so you can just evaluate if it meets your needs. Then go forward with the right licensing policy."
"The licensing has a fixed pricing."
"The price point is fantastic since it is free."
"It is an open-source solution, so we don't pay for anything."
"OpenVPN Access Server is a cheap corporate solution."
"OpenVPN is an open-source solution. If the solution is used for personal use it is free. For non-personal use, the solution can be expensive."
"I don't need to pay for its license since it is an open-source tool."
"OpenVPN Access Server is free and open source."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
18%
Comms Service Provider
10%
University
8%
Educational Organization
7%
 

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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?
We recommend checking the compliance you need for the project and picking the product that meets those requirements within the best price. For us, it was OpenVPN.
 

Also Known As

Aruba VIA
OpenVPN
 

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