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PositivePro™ VPN Remote Access Comparison

There are a number of parameters IT managers should take into consideration before they purchase a VPN Service for their remote access users.

  • What is the total cost of ownership, including hardware, software, licensing fees,
    installation and management?
  • How does the system work with company growth projections? Is it scalable?
  • Can remote access users access system from any computer?
  • Will they be able to access all critical files or just email?
  • Are security updates automatic?

PositivePRO™ is the industry-leading virtual private network solution. It provides the toughest encryption, anti-virus, firewall and anti-spyware protection along with the flexibility and value-added service that no other competitor matches. You can even set access rights for specific users. Positive Networks has a low monthly subscription price. Our high return on investment and low total cost of ownership solution provides the best value for your tech dollars. To see how we compare, check the chart below.

SSL VPN Remote Access Comparison Based on 100 users

Feature Positive Networks Aventail Juniper Cisco GoToMyPC
Supported Remote Access Types VPN Client, SSL VPN WebTop, RDA, Site to Site VPN Client, SSL VPN, RDA VPN Client, SSL VPN Client, RDA, Site to Site VPN Client, SSL VPN, RDA, Site to Site Remote Desktop Access (RDA)
Scalability Unlimited Upgrade or new equipment necessary Upgrade or new equipment necessary Upgrade or new equipment necessary Not Available
Free Technical and User Support - - -
Firewall -
Anti-Virus -
Anti-Spyware - -
User Specific Configuration -
No Hardware Needed - - -
Autodrive Mapping -
Email Mapping -
Shortcuts - - - -
Backup Files - - - -
Private File Area - - - -

Implementation Time

Immediately 1-6 months 1-6 months 1-6 months Immediately
Cost $15 per user license per month $21,495 for equipment or more plus maintenance $34,000 for equipment plus maintenance & man-hours $16,000 for equipment plus maintenance & man-hours $15 monthly for each PC and no safeguards
Estimated cost for a mid-size business with 100 remote users. Additional fees may apply.
Call a Positive Networks remote access specialist for an exact quote at 1-877-932-8671.

SSL VPN Comparison Based on 25 users

Feature
Positive Networks Positive PRO
SonicWall SSL VPN 2000 Watchguard Firebox SSL Core Citrix GoToMyPC
Supported Remote Access Types VPN Client, SSL VPN WebTop, RDA, Site to Site SSL VPN SSL VPN Remote Desktop Access (RDA)
Scalability Unlimited Upgrade or new equipment necessary Upgrade or new equipment necessary Not Available
Free Technical and User Support - -
Firewall - - -
Anti-Virus - - -
Anti-Spyware - - -
User Specific Configuration -
No Hardware Needed - -
Autodrive Mapping -
Email Mapping -
Shortcuts - - -
Backup Files - - -
Private File Area - - -

Implementation Time

Immediately 30 days* 30 days* Immediately
Cost $20 per user license per month $2,300 for equipment or more plus maintenance and security service $2,200 for equipment or more plus maintenance and security service $15 monthly for each PC and no safeguards

Estimated cost for a mid-size business with 25 remote users. Additional fees may apply.
Call a Positive Networks remote access specialist for an exact quote at 1-877-932-8671.
* Estimated implementation time from purchase through go live.
This time may vary based on the expertise of the business’ staff.