OpenVPN CloudConnexa vs Versa Zero Trust Network Access

OpenVPN CloudConnexa is a cloud-managed networking service for connecting users, devices and sites through an overlay network. It supports OpenVPN and IPsec, site-to-site networking and split tunneling. Administrators manage access through a unified console with granular policies, audit logs and device posture controls. Security features include web filtering, intrusion detection and prevention, and threat defense. Identity options include LDAP, SAML and SCIM, with availability varying by plan; a public API and Terraform are listed for automation. CloudConnexa is fully cloud-based and managed by OpenVPN. Its overlay network has no default internet connection, so an Internet Gateway is required for internet access. Starter includes up to five seats, and each active user or connector uses one seat. Essential is $7 a month per seat and Premium is $9.50 a month per seat. Essential and Premium have a 14-day trial; charging begins only if a payment method was entered.

Versa Zero Trust Network Access connects users to private applications across locations and hosting environments. It applies least-privilege access and ongoing trust evaluation, with application-specific policies for users or groups informed by behavior, context, device posture, and activity. Versa presents the service as a VPN replacement for remote and on-premises users. Adaptive micro-segmentation divides a LAN into smaller segments to contain risky users and devices and limit lateral threat movement. Secure Private Access is cloud-managed and cloud-delivered, connecting distributed users to applications in enterprise data centers and private or public clouds. Listed identity integrations include Active Directory, Okta, LDAP, RADIUS, and SAML, with MFA options including Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator, and Duo. The Professional tier includes clientless access to private resources and portal access for HTTP(S) applications. The service provides real-time and historical visibility into users, applications, and networks. Versa lists Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows platforms. Pricing is on request, and no free plan is listed.