GoodAccess

Overview

GoodAccess is a cloud-delivered security platform that combines business VPN access with secure web gateway and Zero Trust network access. It is best suited to small and midsize teams that want administrators to govern access centrally; organizations that need fewer than five paid seats or more than three simultaneous devices per user should weigh those limits carefully.

Its appeal is the combination of identity, device and network controls with a free entry tier. The trade-off is that paid plans start at five users, and the free Starter tier covers secure internet access and online threat protection rather than the paid plan feature sets.

Key features

GoodAccess combines VPN tunnels using IKEv2/IPSec and OpenVPN with MFA, SSO, device posture checks, access control, IP restrictions and network encryption. That is a stronger fit for teams controlling access to business systems than a VPN connection without centralized identity and device policies. Admins can manage user accounts, protected systems, policies, network activity and security status centrally.

SSO and SCIM can automate member provisioning from identity providers. Integrations include Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, Google Workspace, AWS, Azure, Sentinel, Splunk and CrowdStrike, useful for organizations already working with those services. GoodAccess states that it is SOC2 and ISO 27001 certified and GDPR and HIPAA compliant.

More than 35 always-available cloud gateway locations provide geographic choice, and the service says it does not cap data transferred through its Zero Trust Network. Each user can connect up to three devices simultaneously, which may be restrictive for people regularly using several work and personal devices. Support includes onboarding assistance, a knowledge base, chat and email, with 24/7 phone support optional or included depending on the arrangement.

Pricing

The pricing model is freemium, with a 14-day trial and a stated paid starting price of $7/user/mo (annual). Annual billing saves 20 percent. The listed plan prices are monthly billed prices, so compare the annual discount separately when budgeting.

PlanPriceWhat it includes and who it suitsStarterfreeSecure internet access and online threat protection for business teams. A practical no-cost starting point for basic team protection.Essential$9 a monthPaid entry tier for teams needing more than Starter; minimum 5 users. A dedicated gateway costs +$49/month.Premium$14 a monthHigher-priced paid tier for teams seeking the next plan level; minimum 5 users. A dedicated gateway costs +$49/month.EnterpriseCustom pricingFor larger deployments, with a minimum of 50 users.Essential and Premium both require at least five users, so even a small team must budget for that seat floor; the additional gateway charge can also materially change the bill. Starter avoids that paid commitment but is limited to secure internet access and online threat protection.

Platforms

GoodAccess supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and ChromeOS, with web access also listed. Linux support makes it usable across mixed desktop environments, while the three-device simultaneous connection cap applies per user.

Who it's for

GoodAccess suits small and midsize businesses that need a centrally administered business VPN with identity, device-posture and network controls, particularly when automatic provisioning and integrations with their existing identity or security tools matter. It is less compelling for a very small paid deployment that cannot use five seats, or for users who need more than three concurrent devices each.

Pros and cons

Pros: MFA, SSO, posture checks, access control and IP restrictions give administrators multiple ways to govern access beyond the VPN tunnel.

Pros: SSO and SCIM provisioning plus integrations with major identity, cloud and security services can fit into established team workflows.

Pros: Starter provides a free way to cover secure internet access and online threat protection for a business team.

Cons: Paid Essential and Premium plans require at least five users, which raises the entry cost for smaller teams.

Cons: The three-device simultaneous limit per user can constrain people who work across multiple computers and phones.

Cons: A dedicated gateway adds +$49/month, making that option a significant extra cost on either listed paid tier.

Alternatives

Consider Business VPN Software to compare the wider category. OpenVPN CloudConnexa is another freemium option, with a Starter plan including five seats and a listed Essential price of $7 a month. Cloudflare Access is worth considering for its free plan for under 50 users and a listed 7.00 USD monthly Pay-as-you-go plan. Tailscale offers a free Personal plan for up to six users with unlimited user devices, which may fit teams prioritizing that device allowance.

OpenVPN Access Server has a free plan capped at two connections. F5 BIG-IP APM is a paid alternative with a free trial. NetBird has a free plan for up to five users and 100 machines, with a Team plan at €6 per user / month. Twingate offers a free Starter plan for up to five users and 50 resources. Azure VPN Gateway is a paid option with listed gateway tiers ranging from 100 Mbps to 10 Gbps.

Verdict

Choose GoodAccess if your small or midsize business wants a business VPN joined to centralized identity, device and network controls, and can accommodate the five-seat paid minimum. Its free Starter tier gives teams a way to begin without that commitment. Look elsewhere if your team needs a lower paid seat floor or users must connect more than three devices at once.