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Best Remote Access VPN Software in 2026

Remote access VPN software lets users reach private networks while away from an office or site. This list is for buyers comparing tools for personal, business or self-hosted use.

  1. 01 OpenVPN Access Server

    Access Server suits organizations that need a VPN deployed in their own environment and want administrative controls over users, groups and application access.

    From $7/mo Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS
    9.1 Visit Specs
  2. 02 FortiClient
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS
    8.7 Visit Specs
  3. 03 Tailscale

    The Personal plan is for individuals using Tailscale for non-commercial purposes, such as homelabs or home VPNs.

    From $1/mo Free plan Open source Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.7 Visit Specs
  4. 04 Twingate
    From $5/mo Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.7 Visit Specs
  5. 05 ZeroTier

    ZeroTier suits teams connecting devices and cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure.

    From $18/mo Free plan Web · Windows · macOS · Linux
    8.6 Visit Specs
  6. 06 SoftEther VPN
    Free plan Windows · macOS · Linux · iOS
    8.2 Visit Specs
  7. 07 NordLayer Browser

    NordLayer Browser suits organizations that need centralized browser policies, monitoring, identity controls, and private access to company resources.

    From $4/mo Windows · macOS
    7.8 Visit Specs
  8. 08 Cloudflare
    From $7/mo Free plan
    7.1 Visit Specs
  9. 09 Pritunl
    Windows · macOS · Linux
    7.1 Visit Specs
  10. 10 Check Point Endpoint Security VPN
    Windows · macOS
    6.1 Visit Specs
  11. 11 GlobalProtectPalo Alto Networks
    5.9 Visit Specs
  12. 12 Cisco Secure ClientCisco
    5.8 Visit Specs
  13. 13 Perimeter 81Check Point Software Technologies
    5.7 Visit Specs
  14. 14 OpenVPN ConnectOpenVPN Inc.
    5.5 Visit Specs
  15. 15 SonicWall NetExtenderSonicWall
    5.4 Visit Specs
How this list is ordered. Specifiction scores each tool on how fully its maker documents it, whether its prices are published, where the research puts it, the platforms it runs on and whether it can be tried for free (how we rank). Makers can also buy a numbered place (how Specifiction is paid for).

Before choosing, compare the pricing model, free-plan or trial terms, licence and platform support. The listed tools cover Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and self-hosted deployments.

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