Best Virtual Routers

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Researched and written by Bijou Barry

Virtual routers are software-based solutions that provide routing capabilities traditionally handled by physical hardware routers. These solutions enable organizations to manage network traffic efficiently across various environments, including cloud, data centers, and edge networks, without the need for physical infrastructure. Virtual routers offer flexibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness, allowing businesses to adapt to changing network demands while maintaining high performance and security. Key features include support for advanced routing protocols, secure VPN connectivity, centralized management, and integration with cloud services. They also provide robust security measures, such as firewalls and access control lists, to protect network integrity.

To qualify for inclusion in the Virtual Routers category, a product must:

Have features and use cases that do not fit into existing IT infrastructure categories
Provide software-based routing capabilities that can be deployed in virtualized environments, such as cloud or data centers
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Best Virtual Routers At A Glance

Easiest to Use:
Cisco Cloud Services Router 1000V
Cisco Cloud Services Router 1000V
Best Free Software:
VyOS
VyOS
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VyOS

(54)4.5 out of 5
Entry Level Price:Free
2nd Easiest To Use in Virtual Routers software
OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

VyOS Networks is the global leader in open-source networking for organizations that need secure, scalable, automated networking across bare metal, cloud, and edge. Designed with flexibility and s

Industries: Information Technology and Services, Computer & Network Security · Market Segment: 46% Small-Business, 33% Mid-Market
Pros and ConsSeller Details
ProsEase of Use, Features, Open Source, Powerful Features, Free/No Cost
ConsInsufficient Documentation, Lack of Support, Learning Curve, Complex Configuration, Skill Requirements
Seller Details
Year Founded
2014
HQ Location
Poway, California, USA
Company Website
https://www.vyos.io
Twitter
@vyos_dev
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/vyos/

Cisco Cloud Services Router 1000V

(33)4.3 out of 5
1st Easiest To Use in Virtual Routers software
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Cisco routers support secure, reliable enterprise connections. These enterprise routers help you implement an intent-based, future-ready WAN that is constantly learning, adapting, and protecting. Depl

Industries: Information Technology and Services · Market Segment: 42% Mid-Market, 24% Enterprise
Seller Details
Year Founded
1984
HQ Location
San Jose, CA
Company Website
https://www.cisco.com
Twitter
@Cisco
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cisco/
Ownership
NASDAQ:CSCO
Phone
847-678-6600
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Cisco 5900 Series Embedded Services Routers

(4)4.8 out of 5
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OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Cisco routers support secure, reliable enterprise connections. These enterprise routers help you implement an intent-based, future-ready WAN that is constantly learning, adapting, and protecting. Depl

Market Segment: 75% Small-Business, 25% Enterprise
Seller Details
Year Founded
1984
HQ Location
San Jose, CA
Company Website
https://www.cisco.com
Twitter
@Cisco
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cisco/
Ownership
NASDAQ:CSCO
Phone
847-678-6600

Cisco Catalyst 8000V Edge

(3)4.7 out of 5
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OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

The IOS XE based Cisco® Catalyst® 8000V Edge Software (Catalyst 8000V) sets the standard for virtual network services with maximum SDWAN & IPSec performance in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud,

Market Segment: 67% Enterprise, 33% Mid-Market
Pros and ConsSeller Details
ProsDetection, Ease of Use
ConsDifficult Setup
Seller Details
Year Founded
1984
HQ Location
San Jose, CA
Company Website
https://www.cisco.com
Twitter
@Cisco
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/cisco/
Ownership
NASDAQ:CSCO
Phone
847-678-6600

Sky Advanced Threat Prevention

(2)4.5 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

The full-featured, carrier-grade vMX extends more than 20 years of Juniper edge routing expertise to the virtual realm.

Market Segment: 50% Mid-Market, 50% Small-Business
Seller Details
Year Founded
1996
HQ Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Company Website
https://www.hpe.com/
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/2240/

Verizon VNS - Routing

(1)5.0 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

VNS - Routing is part of the application delivery platform within the integrated management portfolio. By combining this solution with the management of the entire integrated portfolio, you can global

Market Segment: 100% Enterprise
Seller Details
Year Founded
1988
HQ Location
Basking Ridge, NJ
Company Website
https://www.verizon.com/
Twitter
@VerizonEnterpr
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/1094/

Alkira Network Infrastructure as-a-Service

(1)5.0 out of 5
Entry Level Price:Pay As You Go
OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

Alkira is a network infrastructure as a service platform that helps enterprises connect users, sites, data centers, and cloud environments through a unified, cloud-delivered networking solution. Found

Market Segment: 100% Enterprise
Pros and ConsSeller Details
ProsConfiguration Ease, Data Analytics, Ease of Use, Easy Setup, Flexibility
ConsLack of Features, Learning Curve, Poor Documentation
Seller Details
Year Founded
2018
HQ Location
San Jose, California, United States
Company Website
https://www.alkira.com/
Twitter
@alkiranet
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/alkiranet

Equinix Fabric Cloud Router

0 ratings
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Equinix Fabric Cloud Router is a virtual routing service designed to simplify and accelerate multicloud networking. It enables organizations to establish private, high-performance connections between

Seller Details
Year Founded
1998
HQ Location
Redwood City, California
Company Website
https://www.equinix.com
Twitter
@Equinix
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/8221
Ownership
NASDAQ: EQIX

IP Transit

0 ratings
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

Experience seamless connectivity with Orixcom's high-speed and dependable Global IP Transit services, strategically located in global data centre hubs. Trust us to keep you connected with the world.

Seller Details
Year Founded
2013
HQ Location
Dubai, AE
Company Website
https://www.orixcom.com
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/orixcom

Netgate TNSR vRouter (Edge / Access / VPN)

(1)3.5 out of 5
OverviewPros and Cons
Product Description

Netgate TNSR is a high-speed (exceeding 100 Gbps) virtual router and VPN aggregator. TNSR is the answer for businesses, governments, and xSPs looking for scalable routing without the six-figure price

Market Segment: 100% Small-Business
Pros and ConsSeller Details
ProsFeatures, Powerful Features, Reliability, Security, VPN Services
ConsUX Improvement
Seller Details
Year Founded
2002
HQ Location
Austin, US
Company Website
https://www.netgate.com
Twitter
@NetgateUSA
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/netgate/

The Open Cloud Exchange

(1)5.0 out of 5
OverviewSeller Details
Product Description

CoreSite's Open Cloud Exchange® is a software-defined networking platform designed to simplify and accelerate hybrid IT deployments. By providing automated, on-demand connectivity services, OCX enable

Market Segment: 100% Mid-Market
Seller Details
Year Founded
2001
HQ Location
Denver, Colorado, United States
Company Website
https://www.CoreSite.com
Twitter
@CoreSite
LinkedIn® Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/coresite
Ownership
NYSE: COR
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