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OpenText Core DNS Protection vs. OpenVPN Access Server

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    Overview
    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    OpenText Core DNS Protection

    Score7.7 out of 10
    N/AWebroot DNS Protection redirects web traffic away from unsafe or inappropriate web content.

    $150

    per 5 seats

    OpenVPN Access Server

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/AOpenVPN 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…

    $27

    per month 3 connections (minimum)

    Pricing
    OpenText Core DNS ProtectionOpenVPN Access Server
    Editions & Modules
    DNS Protection
    $150.00
    per 5 seats
    DNS Protection
    $690.00
    per 25 seats
    DNS Protection
    Contact sales team
    per 50+ seats
    3-99 Connections
    $9
    per month per connection
    2,000 Connections
    $3,100.00
    per month per connection
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    OpenText Core DNS ProtectionOpenVPN Access Server
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoYes
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
    Additional Details—More connections reduces cost per connection, as does going with an annual plan versus a monthly price.
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    Features
    OpenText Core DNS ProtectionOpenVPN Access Server
    Virtual Private Network
    Comparison of Virtual Private Network features of OpenText Core DNS Protection and OpenVPN Access Server
    Feature
    OpenText Core DNS Protection
    -
    Ratings
    OpenVPN Access Server
    8.4
    2 Ratings
    6% below category average
    AES 256-bit Encryption00 Ratings8.52 Ratings
    Kill Switch00 Ratings9.52 Ratings
    Multi-Platform Support00 Ratings8.02 Ratings
    Split Tunneling00 Ratings8.02 Ratings
    IP Address Masking00 Ratings8.02 Ratings
    No-Logs Policy00 Ratings8.52 Ratings
    Multiple Server Locations00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
    Automatic Wi-Fi Protection00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
    Simultaneous Connections00 Ratings9.52 Ratings
    Customer Support Services00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    User Ratings
    OpenText Core DNS ProtectionOpenVPN Access Server
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.5
    (5 ratings)
    9.5
    (3 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (2 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    OpenText Core DNS ProtectionOpenVPN Access Server
    Likelihood to Recommend
    OpenText
    If you already have Webroot AV, it makes sense to continue with the same vendor. It's pretty cheap compared to some solutions, so it might be the case that it's this or nothing, in which case this is a no brainer. If you are an MSP, this is an easy product to sell, and requires very little maintenance. you do need to monitor it but it runs itself most of the time. If you are a customer with >50 users, you should really be looking for a product that is a bit higher up the food chain
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    OpenVPN
    If you looking for a reliable, light weight and secure VPN server, than OpenVPN Access Server is the one. Easy to install and manage, OpenVPN will provide secure remote connections, with a very good integration with almost all LDAP directories, for user management. With my experience, I don't see any scenario that OpenVPN won't be able to handle.
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    Pros
    OpenText
    • Enforcing organisational policies regarding internet usage, such as blocking access to certain types of websites (e.g., gambling, social networking, etc.)
    • Prevent malware infections
    • Protection from various phishing attempts
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    OpenVPN
    • Speed of logging in.
    • Lengthy session times.
    • Ease of troubleshooting.
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    Cons
    OpenText
    • Integration with G-Suite, O365, Active Directory, SIS, etc.
    • Increase the number of third-party integrations.
    • It can be expensive to implement, depending on the size of the network.
    • It does not offer additional features and options beyond basic protection.
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    OpenVPN
    • some times error logs are not clear
    • Configuring 3rd party apps can sometimes be problematic
    • Limited functionality for iPhone users, but I believe that is due to an apple issue.
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    Usability
    OpenText
    No answers on this topic
    OpenVPN
    Whatever console or firewall you are running OpenVPN Access Server, it's configuration is very easy to do. You can create multiple tunnels, with different pourposes and authetication methods. It also has a quick and easy view of the connections opened, with possible actions, such as a very efficient kill switch and reconnect options.
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    Alternatives Considered
    OpenText
    Webroot stacks right up with the top vendors in this tier. Priced right and MSP ready.
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    OpenVPN
    OpenVPN had a better UI and usability for our team. It was more straightforward, had better SAML integration, and allowed our team to be on the VPN and on our network in seconds. We had some issues getting Nord to work for our use cases, and have run into pretty much zero issues with OpenVPN.
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    Return on Investment
    OpenText
    • Much reduced time spent on malware issues at small business customers
    • Slightly increased revenue as this fills a space that didn't used to exist in our stack
    • Customers satisfaction went up due to the added ability to block certain content quickly and easily
    Incentivized
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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.
    Incentivized
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