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Best Network Access Control Software for Small Business

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Researched and written by Brandon Summers-Miller

Products classified in the overall Network Access Control (NAC) category are similar in many regards and help companies of all sizes solve their business problems. However, small business features, pricing, setup, and installation differ from businesses of other sizes, which is why we match buyers to the right Small Business Network Access Control (NAC) to fit their needs. Compare product ratings based on reviews from enterprise users or connect with one of G2's buying advisors to find the right solutions within the Small Business Network Access Control (NAC) category.

In addition to qualifying for inclusion in the Network Access Control Software category, to qualify for inclusion in the Small Business Network Access Control Software category, a product must have at least 10 reviews left by a reviewer from a small business.

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7 Listings in Small Business Network Access Control (NAC) Available

(54)4.4 out of 5
10th Easiest To Use in Network Access Control (NAC) software
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  • Product Description
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Use identity to guard access for applications deployed on GCP

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 44% Small-Business
    • 30% Enterprise
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Google Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.3
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.2
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    9.1
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    8.6
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    Seller
    Google
    Year Founded
    1998
    HQ Location
    Mountain View, CA
    Twitter
    @google
    31,701,494 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
    Ownership
    NASDAQ:GOOG
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Use identity to guard access for applications deployed on GCP

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 44% Small-Business
  • 30% Enterprise
Google Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.3
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.2
Security
Average: 9.1
9.1
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
8.6
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Seller
Google
Year Founded
1998
HQ Location
Mountain View, CA
Twitter
@google
31,701,494 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
325,935 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NASDAQ:GOOG
(75)4.7 out of 5
Optimized for quick response
8th Easiest To Use in Network Access Control (NAC) software
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Entry Level Price:Starting at $5.00
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  • Product Description
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Twingate is a secure remote access solution for an organization’s private applications, data, and environments, whether they are on-premise or in the cloud. Built to make the lives of DevOps teams, IT

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Computer Software
    Market Segment
    • 52% Mid-Market
    • 43% Small-Business
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  • Twingate Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    9
    Security
    9
    Secure Access
    7
    Access Management
    6
    Easy Setup
    6
    Cons
    Performance Issues
    10
    Limited Customization
    5
    Complex Implementation
    4
    Complex Configuration
    3
    Lacking Features
    3
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Twingate features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.3
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.3
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    9.0
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    8.5
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
  • Seller Details
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    Company Website
    HQ Location
    Redwood City, California
    Twitter
    @TwingateHQ
    2,398 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    78 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Twingate is a secure remote access solution for an organization’s private applications, data, and environments, whether they are on-premise or in the cloud. Built to make the lives of DevOps teams, IT

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Computer Software
Market Segment
  • 52% Mid-Market
  • 43% Small-Business
Twingate Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
9
Security
9
Secure Access
7
Access Management
6
Easy Setup
6
Cons
Performance Issues
10
Limited Customization
5
Complex Implementation
4
Complex Configuration
3
Lacking Features
3
Twingate features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.3
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.3
Security
Average: 9.1
9.0
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
8.5
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Company Website
HQ Location
Redwood City, California
Twitter
@TwingateHQ
2,398 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
78 employees on LinkedIn®
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  • Product Description
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    UTunnel offers scalable Cloud VPN and Zero-Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions that enable secure connectivity and seamless remote access to your business network resources. With automated deploymen

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 71% Small-Business
    • 25% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • UTunnel VPN and ZTNA Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    6
    Easy Setup
    5
    Setup Ease
    5
    Affordable
    4
    Pricing
    4
    Cons
    Complex Setup
    1
    Expensive
    1
    Firewall Issues
    1
    Installation Issues
    1
    Lack of Guidance
    1
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  • UTunnel VPN and ZTNA features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.8
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.8
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    9.4
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    9.4
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    Year Founded
    2019
    HQ Location
    West Chester, Pennsylvania
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    5 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

UTunnel offers scalable Cloud VPN and Zero-Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions that enable secure connectivity and seamless remote access to your business network resources. With automated deploymen

Users
No information available
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 71% Small-Business
  • 25% Mid-Market
UTunnel VPN and ZTNA Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
6
Easy Setup
5
Setup Ease
5
Affordable
4
Pricing
4
Cons
Complex Setup
1
Expensive
1
Firewall Issues
1
Installation Issues
1
Lack of Guidance
1
UTunnel VPN and ZTNA features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.8
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.8
Security
Average: 9.1
9.4
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
9.4
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Year Founded
2019
HQ Location
West Chester, Pennsylvania
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
5 employees on LinkedIn®
(108)4.4 out of 5
Optimized for quick response
6th Easiest To Use in Network Access Control (NAC) software
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Entry Level Price:Contact Us
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  • Product Description
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Portnox offers cloud-native zero trust access control and cybersecurity essentials that enable agile, resource-constrained IT teams to proactively address today’s most pressing security challenges: th

    Users
    • Network Engineer
    Industries
    • Information Technology and Services
    • Financial Services
    Market Segment
    • 39% Mid-Market
    • 37% Enterprise
  • Pros and Cons
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  • Portnox Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    16
    Customer Support
    10
    Implementation Ease
    10
    Setup Ease
    9
    Integrations
    8
    Cons
    Performance Issues
    8
    Connection Issues
    5
    Difficult Learning
    4
    Expensive
    4
    Poor Interface Design
    4
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  • Portnox features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.6
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    8.9
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    8.2
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    7.9
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    Seller
    Portnox
    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2007
    HQ Location
    Austin, Texas
    Twitter
    @portnox
    826 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    99 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Portnox offers cloud-native zero trust access control and cybersecurity essentials that enable agile, resource-constrained IT teams to proactively address today’s most pressing security challenges: th

Users
  • Network Engineer
Industries
  • Information Technology and Services
  • Financial Services
Market Segment
  • 39% Mid-Market
  • 37% Enterprise
Portnox Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
16
Customer Support
10
Implementation Ease
10
Setup Ease
9
Integrations
8
Cons
Performance Issues
8
Connection Issues
5
Difficult Learning
4
Expensive
4
Poor Interface Design
4
Portnox features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.6
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
8.9
Security
Average: 9.1
8.2
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
7.9
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Seller
Portnox
Company Website
Year Founded
2007
HQ Location
Austin, Texas
Twitter
@portnox
826 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
99 employees on LinkedIn®
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  • Product Description
    How are these determined?Information
    This description is provided by the seller.

    Go beyond traditional physical security technology. Maximize operational flexibility with our 100% serverless cloud-based solution, enabling fully remote management of your entire physical security sy

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    No information available
    Market Segment
    • 56% Mid-Market
    • 35% Small-Business
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  • Avigilon Alta Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    3
    Customer Support
    2
    Implementation Ease
    2
    Installation Ease
    2
    Reliability
    2
    Cons
    Performance Issues
    2
    Expensive
    1
    Outdated Technology
    1
  • User Satisfaction
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  • Avigilon Alta features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    9.5
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.7
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    8.0
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    9.3
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    Seller
    Avigilon
    Year Founded
    2004
    HQ Location
    Vancouver, BC
    Twitter
    @Avigilon
    8,134 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    403 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Go beyond traditional physical security technology. Maximize operational flexibility with our 100% serverless cloud-based solution, enabling fully remote management of your entire physical security sy

Users
No information available
Industries
No information available
Market Segment
  • 56% Mid-Market
  • 35% Small-Business
Avigilon Alta Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
2
Implementation Ease
2
Installation Ease
2
Reliability
2
Cons
Performance Issues
2
Expensive
1
Outdated Technology
1
Avigilon Alta features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
9.5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.7
Security
Average: 9.1
8.0
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
9.3
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Seller
Avigilon
Year Founded
2004
HQ Location
Vancouver, BC
Twitter
@Avigilon
8,134 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
403 employees on LinkedIn®
(126)4.3 out of 5
5th Easiest To Use in Network Access Control (NAC) software
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Entry Level Price:Starting at $8.00
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    NordLayer is a toggle-ready network security platform that helps businesses connect, protect, detect, and respond to cyber threats. Built on NordVPN standards, it ensures a secure and reliable connect

    Users
    • CTO
    Industries
    • Computer Software
    • Information Technology and Services
    Market Segment
    • 56% Small-Business
    • 34% Mid-Market
  • Pros and Cons
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  • NordLayer Pros and Cons
    How are these determined?Information
    Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
    Pros
    Ease of Use
    4
    Easy Access
    2
    Easy Setup
    2
    Implementation Ease
    2
    Installation Ease
    2
    Cons
    Limited Features
    3
    Performance Issues
    3
    Complex Setup
    2
    Implementation Difficulty
    2
    Lack of Features
    2
  • User Satisfaction
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  • NordLayer features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
    8.5
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.4
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    9.7
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    8.3
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    Company Website
    Year Founded
    2012
    HQ Location
    Global
    Twitter
    @NordPass
    9,532 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    1,798 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

NordLayer is a toggle-ready network security platform that helps businesses connect, protect, detect, and respond to cyber threats. Built on NordVPN standards, it ensures a secure and reliable connect

Users
  • CTO
Industries
  • Computer Software
  • Information Technology and Services
Market Segment
  • 56% Small-Business
  • 34% Mid-Market
NordLayer Pros and Cons
How are these determined?Information
Pros and Cons are compiled from review feedback and grouped into themes to provide an easy-to-understand summary of user reviews.
Pros
Ease of Use
4
Easy Access
2
Easy Setup
2
Implementation Ease
2
Installation Ease
2
Cons
Limited Features
3
Performance Issues
3
Complex Setup
2
Implementation Difficulty
2
Lack of Features
2
NordLayer features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.5
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.4
Security
Average: 9.1
9.7
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
8.3
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
Company Website
Year Founded
2012
HQ Location
Global
Twitter
@NordPass
9,532 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
1,798 employees on LinkedIn®
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    This description is provided by the seller.

    Lit Protocol is a decentralized key management network designed to provide secure, programmable signing and encryption capabilities for developers. By leveraging threshold cryptography and trusted exe

    Users
    No information available
    Industries
    No information available
    Market Segment
    • 100% Small-Business
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    8.3
    Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
    Average: 8.9
    9.2
    Security
    Average: 9.1
    10.0
    Data Protection
    Average: 9.0
    7.5
    Processes
    Average: 8.9
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    HQ Location
    N/A
    Twitter
    @LitProtocol
    93,952 Twitter followers
    LinkedIn® Page
    www.linkedin.com
    12 employees on LinkedIn®
Product Description
How are these determined?Information
This description is provided by the seller.

Lit Protocol is a decentralized key management network designed to provide secure, programmable signing and encryption capabilities for developers. By leveraging threshold cryptography and trusted exe

Users
No information available
Industries
No information available
Market Segment
  • 100% Small-Business
Lit Protocol features and usability ratings that predict user satisfaction
8.3
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Average: 8.9
9.2
Security
Average: 9.1
10.0
Data Protection
Average: 9.0
7.5
Processes
Average: 8.9
Seller Details
HQ Location
N/A
Twitter
@LitProtocol
93,952 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
12 employees on LinkedIn®