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Juniper vJunos-router vs MikroTik RouterOS
Both stand on virtual routers software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
Visit Juniper vJunos-router Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
RouterOS offers several supported interfaces and three paid tiers with differing tunnel limits. Compare the listed limits and unsupported SSO/SCIM and device posture against your requirements.
Visit MikroTik RouterOSThe facts
| Juniper vJunos-router | MikroTik RouterOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Linux | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | See the plans |
| Plans published | None | 9 |
| Maker | Not published | MikroTik RouterOS |
| Website | juniper.net | mikrotik.com |
| On virtual routers software | #9 of 25 | #5 of 25 |
Juniper vJunos-router: what it does well
MikroTik RouterOS: what it does well
- Supports site-to-site networking and VPN access.
- Includes audit logs and advanced admin controls.
- Supports hardware, PCs, virtual machines, and multiple interfaces.
- Free Demo offers a 24-hour trial mode.
What to know first
- SSO/SCIM is not supported.
- Device posture is not supported.
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