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ExpressVPN vs. OpenVPN Access Server

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
ExpressVPN
Score 8.8 out of 10
N/A
ExpressVPN headquartered in the British Virgin Islands offers privacy and security apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and routers.
$12.95
per month
OpenVPN Access Server
Score 8.6 out of 10
N/A
OpenVPN headquartered in Pleasanton allows users to create secure access to a private network in the cloud or on-premise with Access Server. Access Server is available to deploy directly on various cloud platforms like Amazon AWS, Google GCP, Microsoft Azure, DigitalOcean, and also available as ready-to-deploy virtual appliances for Microsoft HyperV and VMWare ESXi. Alternately, OpenVPN Access Server Virtual Appliance is a full-featured secure network tunneling VPN virtual appliance solution…
$70
per month 5 connections (minimum)
Pricing
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Editions & Modules
12 Months
$8.32
per month
6 Months
$9.99
per month
1 Month
$12.95
per month
10 Connections
$75.00
per month
25 Connections
$150.00
per month
50 Connections
$219.00
per month
100 Connections
$300.00
per month
250 Connections
$575.00
per month
500 Connections
$1,095.00
per month
1,000 Connections
$1,560.00
per month
2,000 Connections
$3,100.00
per month
0-2 Connections
Free
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAll plans include all ExpressVPN apps, 24/7 customer support, and high-speed unlimited bandwidth. All plans are covered by a 100% money-back guarantee for the first 30 days of service.Price decreases if paid yearly.
More Pricing Information
Community Pulse
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Considered Both Products
ExpressVPN

No answer on this topic

OpenVPN Access Server
Verified User
Professional
Chose OpenVPN Access Server
We found OpenVPN to be more cost-effective vs Azure. In addition, it was easier to install, deploy, and manage.
Features
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Virtual Private Network
Comparison of Virtual Private Network features of Product A and Product B
ExpressVPN
-
Ratings
OpenVPN Access Server
7.4
1 Ratings
18% below category average
AES 256-bit Encryption00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Kill Switch00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Multi-Platform Support00 Ratings6.01 Ratings
Split Tunneling00 Ratings6.01 Ratings
IP Address Masking00 Ratings6.01 Ratings
No-Logs Policy00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Multiple Server Locations00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Automatic Wi-Fi Protection00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Simultaneous Connections00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
Customer Support Services00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
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User Ratings
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Likelihood to Recommend
10.0
(1 ratings)
8.0
(1 ratings)
User Testimonials
ExpressVPNOpenVPN Access Server
Likelihood to Recommend
Kape Technologies
I leave it connected all the time, whether I am browsing or not. It is a safety switch that needs to be engaged constantly to protect my computer from anyone or any organization wishing to gather data on my activity. My research suggested that a VPN may slow my search speed, but I have not found that to be the case. In fact, I can not even tell the difference in search speed when I am connected to the VPN or disconnected.
MN
Mike Nugent
Quality Manager
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OpenVPN
OpenVPN is great for anyone who needs to access internal company resources while away from the office. For us, it's useful for our office staff if they need to work from home for a day or are at a work conference. I can see where it would not be helpful if you didn't store much on your intranet, but we do, so it's very helpful.
Matt Bergevin | TrustRadius Reviewer
Matt Bergevin
IT Program manager
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Pros
Kape Technologies
  • ExpressVPN was easy to install, and simple to connect to a VPN network.
  • ExpressVPN is available for multiple platforms and multiple browsers.
  • The price is reasonable for the added level of security it provides.
MN
Mike Nugent
Quality Manager
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OpenVPN
  • Secure
  • Easy setup
  • 2 free users
  • automatic updates
Verified User
Anonymous
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Cons
Kape Technologies
  • I would like the disconnect to be instantaneous. It is not.
MN
Mike Nugent
Quality Manager
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OpenVPN
  • None, it accomplishes everything we need it for.
Matt Bergevin | TrustRadius Reviewer
Matt Bergevin
IT Program manager
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Usability
Kape Technologies
No answers on this topic
OpenVPN
We've never had any issues with usability. The UI is very intuitive, and our general user base (which is not very tech-savvy) can use OpenVPN with two clicks since we have SAML set up. It's the easiest thing ever for them, and I don't know how we'd even begin to improve on it.
Matt Bergevin | TrustRadius Reviewer
Matt Bergevin
IT Program manager
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Alternatives Considered
Kape Technologies
I took a look at NordVPN, but the ratings for ExpressVPN were higher. More servers and faster transfer times made it a simple decision. I am glad I made the right choice.
MN
Mike Nugent
Quality Manager
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OpenVPN
We found OpenVPN to be more cost-effective vs Azure. In addition, it was easier to install, deploy, and manage
Verified User
Anonymous
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Return on Investment
Kape Technologies
  • My customers are happy that I am using every security measure available. Increased sales.
  • Productivity has not decreased, while security level has increased.
  • The initial cost was reasonable.
MN
Mike Nugent
Quality Manager
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OpenVPN
  • Only 2 free users, it would be nice if they would expand to 5.
  • Easy way to establish a VPN backbone between two locations
  • Great for work at home or BCP events.
Verified User
Anonymous
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