Compare NordLayer and Zscaler Private Access 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.9% of reviews)
Enterprise (49.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $8.00 1 Users
No pricing available
NordLayer
Star Rating
(127)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $8.00 1 Users
Browse all 4 pricing plansZscaler Private Access
Star Rating
(127)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (49.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Zscaler Private AccessSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Zscaler Private Access excels in user experience, with many praising its seamless operation. Users appreciate that it runs in the background, eliminating the need for manual connections, which allows them to focus on their work without interruptions.
- According to verified reviews, NordLayer is recognized for its intuitive interface, making it easy for users to log in and switch between VPNs. This feature is particularly beneficial for teams needing quick access to private networks from various locations.
- Reviewers mention that Zscaler Private Access provides a more efficient access model, allowing users to connect directly to the applications they need without the sluggishness of traditional VPNs. This results in faster load times and a smoother workflow, as highlighted by users who appreciate the quick path to their apps.
- Users say that NordLayer offers a centralized management system that simplifies IT oversight, making it easier for teams to manage remote access securely. This feature is particularly valued by IT departments looking for streamlined solutions.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while Zscaler Private Access has a higher overall satisfaction score, NordLayer still holds its ground with a solid user rating. Users commend both platforms for their security features, but Zscaler's advanced security analytics and adaptive access control are noted as standout elements.
- According to recent feedback, Zscaler Private Access is favored by enterprise users, while NordLayer is more popular among small businesses. This distinction suggests that Zscaler may be better suited for larger organizations needing robust security and scalability, whereas NordLayer appeals to smaller teams looking for straightforward, effective solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
NordLayer
Lite
Starting at $8.00
1 Users
Essential internet access security with basic internet threat prevention features.
- Up to 100mbs server performance
- ThreatBlock
- VPN protocol variety
Zscaler Private Access
No pricing availableFree Trial
NordLayer
No trial information availableZscaler Private Access
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
110
9.1
98
Ease of Use
9.2
113
8.9
101
Ease of Setup
9.2
66
8.8
72
Ease of Admin
9.0
58
9.0
31
Quality of Support
8.5
100
8.9
88
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
54
9.2
31
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
103
9.5
96
Features by Category
Authentication Options
Not enough data
8.9
30
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.2
29
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
8.6
25
Not enough data
8.7
25
Access Control Types
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
8.8
27
Not enough data
8.7
30
Not enough data
7.9
25
Not enough data
7.9
26
Administration
Not enough data
8.5
28
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.0
28
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
8.4
28
Platform
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.5
27
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
8.7
26
Not enough data
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.5
24
Data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
Network
9.4
6
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Network Management
8.6
7
8.9
61
Feature Not Available
8.7
64
7.7
5
9.1
63
8.7
5
8.5
60
Security
9.4
6
9.1
65
9.8
7
9.2
66
Feature Not Available
8.6
61
9.8
7
9.3
64
Identity Management
9.3
7
9.0
62
Feature Not Available
9.0
61
8.3
6
9.0
63
Generative AI
6.7
5
7.9
39
7.3
5
7.8
39
Administration
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
5
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Firewall Software
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
10.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Monitoring
9.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
9.3
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Firewall
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Type
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Protection
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Web Content and Traffic Filtering - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Data Protection and Loss Prevention - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Access Control and Authentication - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance and Management - Secure Web Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) PlatformsHide 12 FeaturesShow 12 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Components - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Components - Secure Service Edge (SSE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence -Secure Service Edge (SSE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Secure Service Edge (SSE)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Cloud Visibility
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Identity
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Usage
8.9
83
Not enough data
8.6
77
Not enough data
8.4
44
Not enough data
8.4
81
Not enough data
8.6
74
Not enough data
8.8
81
Not enough data
8.7
77
Not enough data
Miscellaneous
8.3
70
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
NordLayer and Zscaler Private Access are categorized as Zero Trust Networking, Business VPN, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Platforms
Unique Categories
NordLayer is categorized as Secure Web Gateways, Network Access Control (NAC), Identity and Access Management (IAM), Firewall Software, and Secure Service Edge (SSE) Solutions
Zscaler Private Access is categorized as Single Sign-On (SSO) and Cloud Edge Security
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
NordLayer
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Zscaler Private Access
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
17.3%
Information Technology and Services
11.8%
Internet
5.5%
Financial Services
5.5%
Marketing and Advertising
5.5%
Other
54.3%
Information Technology and Services
24.5%
Computer Software
11.8%
Financial Services
9.1%
Computer & Network Security
8.2%
Telecommunications
4.5%
Other
41.8%
Discussions
What is NordLayer used for?
1 Comment
LM
NordLayer helps organizations of all sizes enhance their internet security and modernize network and resource access with technical improvements aligning...Read more
How has NordLayer improved your network security, and what features do you rely on?
1 Comment
MR
- Encrypted data with AES-256 for secure transmission
- Implemented Zero Trust Network Access to reduce internal threats
- Provided safe remote access...Read more
NordLayer has no more discussions with answers
What is private access zscaler?
1 Comment
VJ
In Simple form, its sort of VPN connectivity but provide access to only application which user requires and secondly it is controlled by access policy...Read more
What does zscaler software do?
1 Comment
SP
Used as VPN to secure internal network and used for cloud security Read more
Zscaler Private Access has no more discussions with answers
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