SecureW2 Cloud NAC

SecureW2 Cloud NAC is cloud-based network access control software for managing access by trusted users and devices. It uses certificate-based 802.1X authentication and identity-provider policies for Wi-Fi, wired networks, and VPNs, including passwordless EAP-TLS. Administrators can apply role-, policy-, and attribute-based rules, with VLAN segmentation that can change at runtime. For guest and BYOD access, the service offers certificate enrollment, WebAuth captive portals, and self-service or sponsored access. MAC-based authentication and filtering provide an option for IoT and legacy devices that cannot use 802.1X. Certificate enrollment, renewal, and revocation can be automated through APIs and protocols including ACME, SCEP, JSON, WSTEP, and EST. SecureW2 says its PKI and RADIUS controls do not require an endpoint agent to remain persistently active, and that private keys are protected with FIPS 140-2 Level 3+ hardware security modules. Listed integrations include Google, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, CrowdStrike, Cisco, Jamf, and Intune. Pricing is available on request; the quote form asks for solution type, organization type, and device count.

SecureW2 Cloud NAC brings certificate-based access, identity policies, and guest or device onboarding into a cloud service. Organizations should request a quote to determine pricing for their solution and device needs.

Cloud NAC may suit education, commercial, government, nonprofit, and MSP/reseller organizations managing access across wired, wireless, or VPN networks. It supports unmanaged-device onboarding across several listed operating systems.

SecureW2 Cloud NAC is a cloud service that controls network access through certificates and identity-provider policies. It is best suited to organizations managing employee, guest, BYOD, and IoT connections across wireless, wired, and VPN networks. Its mix of certificate authentication and segmentation can cover varied device environments, but buyers should be prepared to request a custom quote.

Overview

SecureW2 combines PKI and Cloud RADIUS to govern which users and devices can connect. Its agentless approach is a practical advantage for organizations that do not want an endpoint agent to remain persistently active. The service is cloud-deployed, so it is not the natural fit for teams seeking a self-hosted NAC product.

Key features

Cloud RADIUS supports passwordless 802.1X using EAP-TLS for Wi-Fi, wired networks, and VPN access. This gives organizations a certificate-based route across several connection types rather than limiting access control to wireless networks. Administrators can apply role-, policy-, and attribute-based rules, including runtime VLAN segmentation, to tailor access and network placement.

For BYOD and guests, certificate enrollment is paired with WebAuth captive portals and self-service or sponsored guest access. That provides options for both managed enrollment and visitor onboarding. IoT and legacy devices that cannot use 802.1X can instead be handled with MAC-based authentication and filtering, including dynamic VLAN assignments. This widens device coverage, though those controls are not the same as certificate-based authentication.

Certificate enrollment, renewal, and revocation can be automated using ACME, SCEP, JSON, WSTEP, and EST. SecureW2 says private keys are protected with FIPS 140-2 Level 3+ hardware security modules. Its integration directory includes identity, security, network, and device-management products such as Google, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, CrowdStrike, Cisco, Jamf, and Intune. Support is provided through a customer portal and support-request form.

Pricing

SecureW2 Cloud NAC uses custom pricing. The quote form asks for solution type, organization type, and device count, so buyers should be ready to scope their deployment before evaluating cost. Organization categories include education, commercial, government, nonprofit, and MSP/reseller customers. No published tier or free plan provides a lower-cost way to assess the service before requesting a quote.

Platforms

The platform list includes Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, Windows, and API access. For unmanaged-device onboarding, SecureW2 lists support for iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, Chrome, Linux, and Kindle Fire. The broader range is useful for organizations with mixed fleets, while actual onboarding coverage depends on the devices in the environment.

Who it's for

SecureW2 is a strong candidate for schools, businesses, government bodies, nonprofits, and service providers that need certificate-based access across varied networks and device types. It is especially relevant when teams need 802.1X for Wi-Fi, wired, and VPN access alongside guest onboarding and controls for devices that cannot use 802.1X. Organizations seeking a self-hosted deployment or a known price before contacting sales should look elsewhere.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Passwordless EAP-TLS covers Wi-Fi, wired, and VPN access, while policy-based VLAN segmentation helps separate users and devices.
• Pros: Guest workflows and MAC-based controls extend access management to visitors and legacy or IoT devices.
• Pros: Automated certificate lifecycle support and HSM-backed private-key protection strengthen certificate operations.
• Cons: Custom pricing requires a quote, making budget comparison less direct.
• Cons: The cloud deployment is a poor match for organizations that require self-hosted NAC.
• Cons: MAC-based access offers a route for devices that cannot use 802.1X, but it does not provide certificate authentication.

Alternatives

PacketFence is worth considering for organizations that want a freemium, open-source, self-hosted option; its GPL v2+ edition supports unlimited devices and provides full source code. Ivanti Neurons for Zero Trust Access is another paid option, with named-user SaaS licensing and self-hosted platform support. Portnox NAC may suit buyers seeking a freemium alternative with a free trial and continuous risk assessment and remediation.

Arista NG Firewall is an alternative with a free plan and web platform support. NACVIEW offers a free NV-20 lifetime license limited to 20 simultaneously authorized endpoint devices, which may suit a small deployment. Juniper Mist is a paid alternative with Android, iOS, and web platform support. Arbiter offers an asset-discovery plan at €29 a month after a 60-day free trial, but its visibility-only plan does not enforce access. NACIO is another paid option.

Browse more options in Network Access Control Software or Public Key Infrastructure Software.

Verdict

Organizations that need certificate-based access across Wi-Fi, wired, and VPN networks, with guest onboarding and support for non-802.1X devices, should put SecureW2 Cloud NAC on their shortlist. Its broad access controls and automated certificate lifecycle are the main reasons to choose it; the need to request custom pricing is the main reason to compare alternatives first.