# Best WAN Edge Infrastructure Software - Page 2

  *By [Bijou Barry](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/bijou-barry)*

   WAN edge infrastructure allows for network connectivity from various locations to access resources in private and public data centers. WAN edge infrastructure solutions help a business’ remote workers connect with local corporate networks, removing physical location as a barrier to fluid business function. These solutions, often administered by a business' network team, help enable any user within an organization that might need to access a business’ network and data. WAN edge infrastructure solutions also help deliver consistent connectivity and can help organizations ensure users have perpetual uptime for data and network access.

There can be crossover between WAN edge infrastructure and [SD-WAN](https://www.g2.com/categories/sd-wan) solutions, which virtualize wide-area networks for a software-defined approach. [WAN optimization](https://www.g2.com/categories/wan-optimization) tools may also be used to increase WAN edge infrastructure performance.

To qualify for the WAN Edge Infrastructure category, a product must:

- Enable network connectivity to private and public data sources
- Monitor application and connectivity health
- Provide high availability and load balancing




  ## How Many WAN Edge Infrastructure Software Products Does G2 Track?
**Total Products under this Category:** 21

  
## How Does G2 Rank WAN Edge Infrastructure Software Products?

**Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:**

- 30 Analysts and Data Experts
- 300+ Authentic Reviews
- 21+ Products
- Unbiased Rankings

G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. Each product is measured using the same transparent criteria, with no paid placement or vendor influence. While reviews reflect real user experiences, which can be subjective, they offer valuable insight into how software performs in the hands of professionals. Together, these inputs power the G2 Score, a standardized way to compare tools within every category.

  
## Which WAN Edge Infrastructure Software Is Best for Your Use Case?

- **Leader:** [Cato SASE Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/cato-networks-cato-sase-cloud/reviews)
- **Highest Performer:** [VyOS](https://www.g2.com/products/vyos/reviews)
- **Easiest to Use:** [Cato SASE Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/cato-networks-cato-sase-cloud/reviews)
- **Top Trending:** [Cato SASE Cloud](https://www.g2.com/products/cato-networks-cato-sase-cloud/reviews)
- **Best Free Software:** [VyOS](https://www.g2.com/products/vyos/reviews)

  
  
    ## What Is WAN Edge Infrastructure Software?
  [IT Infrastructure Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/it-infrastructure)
  ## What Software Categories Are Similar to WAN Edge Infrastructure Software?
    - [SD-WAN Solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/sd-wan)