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Best Connectivity Solutions in 2026

Connectivity solutions help connect users, devices, offices, and private applications across supported networks. This list is for people comparing secure access and network connectivity tools on a budget.

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    Tailscale

    by Tailscale
    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+6

    Tailscale combines encrypted device connections with access rules, identity provisioning, monitoring, and sharing features.

    8.6 Free plan · paid from $8/user/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    Cloudflare One

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Cloudflare One brings a broad set of security and connectivity capabilities into one platform, with controls for GenAI use and multiple identity providers.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
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    GoodAccess

    by GoodAccess
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    GoodAccess combines business VPN and Zero Trust access controls with centralized team administration.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    NetBird

    by NetBird
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    NetBird combines encrypted connectivity with identity, device-policy and administrative controls, and offers both cloud and self-hosted deployment.

    7.4 Free plan · paid from €6/user/mo Visit site
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    Netmaker

    by Netmaker
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Netmaker combines WireGuard-based networking with access controls and a free self-hosted Community tier.

    7.4 Free plan · paid from $2/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
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    OpenVPN Access Server

    by OpenVPN Access Server
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    OpenVPN Access Server combines self-hosting with administrative controls and a free tier for up to two simultaneous connections.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $7/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    OpenVPN CloudConnexa

    by OpenVPN CloudConnexa
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    CloudConnexa combines network connectivity with centralized administration and security controls. Account for per-seat use and the separate Internet Gateway requirement when assessing fit.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $7/user/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
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    SoftEther VPN

    by SoftEther VPN
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Choose SoftEther VPN if you need free, open-source software for remote access or site-to-site networking, with multiple protocols and administration options.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
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    strongSwan

    by strongSwan
    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    strongSwan provides a broad IPsec VPN implementation with extensive authentication, cryptography, and platform support.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
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    Pritunl

    by Pritunl
    Free plan LinuxMacWindows

    Pritunl combines VPN access with advanced controls, network linking, and auditing. Its plans keep users and devices unlimited, while paid pricing is based on each server.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $10/mo Visit site
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    Twingate

    by Twingate
    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6

    Choose Twingate if you need verified-identity access to individual resources and policy controls for authentication, devices, location, or usage.

    7.0 Free plan · paid from $5/user/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
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    ZeroTier

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    ZeroTier covers virtual networking across cloud, on-premises and edge environments, with security controls and several management capabilities.

    6.9 Free plan · paid from $18/mo Visit site
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    Check Point Harmony SASE

    by Check Point Harmony SASE
    Free trial AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Harmony SASE brings several network and security functions under one management console, with integrations and agent support across listed systems.

    6.5 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Fortinet Secure SD-WAN

    Free plan Web

    Choose Fortinet Secure SD-WAN if you need a hybrid-deployment offering with application-aware routing, zero-touch provisioning, integrated security and cloud on-ramps.

    6.5 Free plan Visit site
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    Prisma Access

    by Prisma Access
    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Choose Prisma Access if you need a cloud-delivered security service spanning remote and branch users, private apps, SaaS, web traffic, and network controls.

    6.2 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Aryaka Unified SASE as a Service

    Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    Choose Aryaka Unified SASE if your enterprise needs network and security services for sites and remote users, with a choice of delivery models and 24x7 support.

    6.1 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Cato SASE Platform

    by Cato SASE Platform
    Paid AndroidAPIExtension+5

    Cato SASE Platform combines a broad set of network, security, and access capabilities with several ways to reach private applications.

    6.1 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Cisco Catalyst Center

    Paid APILinuxMac+3
    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
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    SonicWall Cloud Secure Edge

    Free trial AndroidAPIExtension+6

    Choose SonicWall Cloud Secure Edge if your organization needs private access and internet security controls in one product, with a choice of VPN-style access or ZTNA to named resources.

    6.0 Pricing on request Visit site
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    NordLayer Browser

    by NordLayer Browser
    Paid MacWindows

    Choose NordLayer Browser if your organization needs managed employee browsing, destination-level security policies, and private access to company resources.

    5.5 From $4/user/mo Visit site
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    Zscaler Private Access

    by Zscaler Private Access
    Paid AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    ZPA focuses on private app access while also covering workload segmentation, privileged access, and data inspection.

    5.3 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Prisma SD-WAN

    by Palo Alto Networks
    Paid WebAPIOn_premise

    Choose Prisma SD-WAN if you need application-aware routing, automated provisioning, integrated security, and cloud on-ramps across a hybrid deployment.

    4.6 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Versa Secure SD-WAN

    Paid

    Versa Secure SD-WAN groups routing, security, and analytics capabilities into four paid tiers. Use the 90-day trial and request pricing to determine which plan matches your network requirements.

    4.2 Pricing on request · 90-day trial Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the free plan, paid starting point, connectivity model, SSO support, private app access, split tunneling, device limits, gateway regions, and audit logs. Check trial limits, renewal terms, supported platforms, and the licence when open-source code matters.

Questions

Do connectivity solutions offer free plans?

Some tools offer a free plan, while others are paid or provide pricing on request. Check the plan details before choosing.

Can I try a connectivity tool before paying?

A free trial is available from tools in this category. Check its length, feature limits, and renewal terms.

Which platforms should I check?

Support may include macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, and the web. Confirm the platforms your users and devices require.

What is split tunneling?

Split tunneling lets selected traffic use the secure connection while other traffic uses the local network. Check whether the feature is included in your plan.

Why compare gateway regions?

Gateway regions show where connections can be routed. Compare available regions with the locations of your users and applications.

Are open-source options available?

Open-source code is offered by tools in this category. Review the licence and compare self-managed and hosted costs before choosing.

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