Facts read 22 Sep 2026 – 21 Oct 2026
Use the platform labels to find connectivity tools for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android and the web. It helps buyers compare platform coverage, pricing models, access controls and network options.
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Tailscale | Tailscale may suit individuals connecting devices for non-commercial home VPN or homelab use, as well as teams managing device access and network rules. | 6.8 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 02 Twingate | 6.6 | $5 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 21 Oct 2026 | |
| 03 GoodAccess | GoodAccess suits small and midsize businesses that need managed VPN and network access controls across supported devices. | 6.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 04 Netmaker | 6.0 | $2 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 | |
| 05 OpenVPN CloudConnexa | CloudConnexa may suit organizations connecting remote users, devices, or sites that need centralized access policies. | 6.0 | $7 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 06 ZeroTier | ZeroTier suits organizations connecting devices and cloud or on-premises environments under centrally managed network policies. | 6.0 | $18 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 07 NetBird | NetBird may suit teams that need encrypted connections among users and machines, with cloud or self-hosted deployment. | 5.8 | €6 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Cloudflare One | Cloudflare One suits organizations seeking access controls, web and email protection, and network connectivity in one platform. | 5.7 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 09 OpenVPN Access Server | It suits organizations that want to host VPN access in their own environment and manage access centrally. | 5.5 | $7 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 27 Sep 2026 |
| 10 SoftEther VPN | 5.3 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 9 Oct 2026 |
Entries are ordered by newest releases first, using figures makers publish. Nothing is scored.
Tailscale may suit individuals connecting devices for non-commercial home VPN or homelab use, as well as teams managing device access and network rules.
GoodAccess suits small and midsize businesses that need managed VPN and network access controls across supported devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3CloudConnexa may suit organizations connecting remote users, devices, or sites that need centralized access policies.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3ZeroTier suits organizations connecting devices and cloud or on-premises environments under centrally managed network policies.
NetBird may suit teams that need encrypted connections among users and machines, with cloud or self-hosted deployment.
Cloudflare One suits organizations seeking access controls, web and email protection, and network connectivity in one platform.
It suits organizations that want to host VPN access in their own environment and manage access centrally.
Cato SASE Platform may suit organizations seeking a combined networking, security, and remote-access platform.
Harmony SASE suits organizations seeking a managed platform for internet access, private access, SaaS security, and SD-WAN.
Prisma Access suits organizations seeking security controls for remote and branch users, applications, and devices.
It suits organizations replacing VPN access, securing internet use, and managing private resources across mixed endpoint types.
Aryaka Unified SASE suits enterprise sites and remote users needing combined connectivity and security services.
ZPA suits organizations seeking controlled access to private applications for users, remote workers, and third parties.
NordLayer Browser suits businesses that need centralized browser policies, monitoring, private application access, and identity controls.
Start by matching each tool's supported platforms—macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android or the web—to the devices and people in scope.
A broad platform list can simplify a mixed-device setup, while a narrower fit may suit a focused environment.
Look for a free plan, free trial or freemium model if you want to start without a paid commitment. Check the paid-from details before choosing a plan.
Pricing can be listed as paid or freemium, and pricing may be available on request.
Compare SSO support and private app access when account control and internal applications matter.
Split tunneling can also be a deciding field when traffic needs separate paths.
Compare the device limit with the number of devices your setup needs to cover.
Gateway regions show the locations available for network access, so check the listed regions against your requirements.
Audit logs can help you review activity when that record is part of your requirements.
Some entries provide open-source code. If code review or changes matter, review the tool's licence.
