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Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) vs Oracle VPN Connect comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Cisco Secure Client (includ...
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
3rd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.6
Number of Reviews
77
Ranking in other categories
SSL VPN (1st), ZTNA as a Service (9th), Cisco Security Portfolio (5th)
Oracle VPN Connect
Ranking in Enterprise Infrastructure VPN
35th
Average Rating
5.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the Enterprise Infrastructure VPN category, the mindshare of Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) is 7.0%, down from 8.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Oracle VPN Connect is 0.4%, down from 0.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

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…
Jesus_Martinez - PeerSpot reviewer
Stability and graphical interface could improve, but simple to deploy
I am using this solution for Oracle VPN Connect testing The most valuable feature of Oracle VPN Connect is all the technology involved. Oracle VPN Connect could improve the graphical interface. I have been using Oracle VPN Connect for approximately eight years. Oracle VPN Connect is stable,…

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect) is established in our network with no teething issues."
"It's easy to handle. You can have it on Windows, Linux or Mac, that's quite useful."
"Especially during the COVID pandemic, this solution has allowed us to work from home without security concerns."
"The VPN is the most valuable feature. In general, I like the solution and it helps me connect to my corporate site."
"The solution is very easy to use and set up."
"The solution certainly simplifies processes for a remote workforce by ensuring secure and efficient connectivity."
"The dashboard and interface are fine."
"The solution is quite stable."
"The most valuable feature of Oracle VPN Connect is all the technology involved."
 

Cons

"Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client is a stable solution. However, there have been times it has not worked and I needed to call our IT department. It could be more stable."
"When using Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client when my laptop goes into sleep mode the VPN wants me to enter the password again. I should not have to enter the information again. If the laptop is on and it is not switched off, the password should be in the VPN saved and secured."
"Whenever there's a drop in internet or a connection fluctuation, it gets disconnected automatically."
"The cost could always be a bit less."
"I think that the addition of single sign-on functionality would be helpful."
"Frequency of updates could be reduced."
"The setup could be simplified for solutions engineers with a wizard."
"I believe that the authentication component may be enhanced. SAML, more specifically user authentication."
"Oracle VPN Connect could improve the graphical interface."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is based on an annual licensing model and is expensive."
"The licensing costs are reasonable."
"I am using a paid version of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client."
"There is a license needed to use this solution. There are different licensing models available, such as a three-year license."
"We have yearly licensing and it's very affordable."
"Sometimes there is a problem with the number of licenses for the end-user. The number of concurrent users is limited due to a valid license."
"It costs around 80,000 Indian rupees for a hundred licenses, so approximately $1,020 USD."
"The initial cost is the ASA and other items, but after that, it is relatively inexpensive."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
32%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Educational Organization
9%
Government
7%
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Questions from the Community

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 (including AnyConnect) is somewhat expensive compared to others such as Fortinet or Palo Alto, which provide free VPN when the firewall is purchased. Palo Alto and Fortinet prov...
What needs improvement with Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client?
At times there is confusion regarding when to keep the proxy on or off, a problem faced by some users.
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Also Known As

Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client
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Sample Customers

MST, Molina Healthcare, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Arup, New South Wales Rural FireService
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