Cisco AnyConnect Alternatives for Mac

There are many alternatives to Cisco AnyConnect for Mac if you are looking for a replacement. The best Mac alternative is OpenConnect GUI, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to Cisco AnyConnect and eight of them are available for Mac so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Mac alternatives to Cisco AnyConnect are sshuttle, OpenVPN Finder, FortiClient Endpoint Protection and Shimo.

Cisco AnyConnect alternatives are mainly VPN Services but may also be VPN Clients or Network Monitors. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Cisco AnyConnect.

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OpenConnect GUI
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Free • Open Source
VPN Service
VPN Client
Mac
Windows
6 OpenConnect GUI alternatives
OpenConnect GUI is the graphical client of OpenConnect for Microsoft Windows systems (or any other system Qt and OpenConnect run on). OpenConnect is a VPN client that utilises TLS and DTLS for secure session establishment, and is compatible with the Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN...
- - OpenConnect GUI is the most popular Windows & Mac alternative to Cisco AnyConnect.
- - OpenConnect GUI is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Cisco AnyConnect.
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OpenConnect GUI Features
1. LightweightOpenConnect GUI consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
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Almost everyone thinks OpenConnect GUI is a great Cisco AnyConnect alternative.
Guest
works as a client with Cisco AnyConnect network, and does it very well. (windows 7)
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Guest
It's go the VPN Protocol for CiscoAnyConnect built in and works like the original. If anything it works better than the since it's got more features.
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rojo
OpenConnect GUI is a painless alternative to Cisco AnyConnect that connects to my work VPN without effort. As a bonus, unlike the Cisco client, OpenConnect GUI does not enforce restrictive routes imposed by the VPN administrator, allowing you to retain access to your LAN while connected.
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sshuttle
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Free • Open Source
VPN Service
Mac
Linux
161 sshuttle alternatives
sshuttle: where transparent proxy meets VPN meets ssh sshuttle is the only program that solves the following common case:

Your client machine (or router) is Linux, FreeBSD, or MacOS.

You have access to a remote network via ssh.

You don't necessarily have admin access on th.
- - sshuttle is the most popular Linux alternative to Cisco AnyConnect.
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sshuttle Features
Ssh tunnel
OpenVPN Finder
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Free • Open Source
Mac
Linux
Chrome OS
145 OpenVPN Finder alternatives
This simple tool finds free OpenVPN servers for you and allow you to download the OVPN config file. The extension is written on top of VPN Gate Academic Experiment Project that is an online service as an academic research at Graduate School of University of Tsukuba, Japan.
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OpenVPN Finder Features
1. OpenVPNOpenVPN Finder supports OpenVPN, one of the most secure and reliable VPN protocols.
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Guest
Not compatible with AnyConnect
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FortiClient Endpoint Protection
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Freemium • Proprietary
Network Monitor
Mac
Windows
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
25 FortiClient Endpoint Protection alternatives
FortiClient App includes the following features:

SSLVPN: allows you to create a secure SSL VPN "Web Mode" connection between your apple device and FortiGate. Your connection will be fully encrypted and all traffic will be sent over the secure tunnel.

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- - FortiClient Endpoint Protection is the most popular iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Cisco AnyConnect.
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Shimo
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Paid • Proprietary
VPN Service
VPN Client
Mac
16 Shimo alternatives
Shimo supports every major VPN protocol that is currently available: The widely used CiscoVPN, the very secure OpenVPN and all standard-compliant IPSec connections. It also handles Point-to-Point Tunneling (PPTP) and Layer 2 Tunneling (L2TP) protocols.
- - Shimo is the most popular commercial alternative to Cisco AnyConnect.
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Shimo Features
Automatic Connection
L2TP
Cisco AnyConnect
Discontinued
No updates since 2019 https://www.shimovpn.com/changelog.html

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Guest
It works. Always. Simple and pretty interface.
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VPN Tracker
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Paid • Proprietary
VPN Client
Mac
iPhone
iPad
11 VPN Tracker alternatives
Get secure remote access to your home or office network. VPN Tracker offers multi protocol support for 10 major VPN protocols: IPSec (including SonicWALL SCP & Cisco EasyVPN), L2TP (Mac only), PPTP (Mac only), OpenVPN, SonicWALL SSL, Cisco AnyConnect SSL, Fortinet SSL, and...
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VPN Tracker Features
1. End-to-End EncryptionVPN Tracker has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
2. WireGuardVPN Tracker supports the Wireguard protocol for encrypted VPN traffic.
3. OpenVPNVPN Tracker supports OpenVPN, one of the most secure and reliable VPN protocols.
4. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
5. Two-factor AuthenticationVPN Tracker supports two-factor authentication (2FA).
6. No TrackingVPN Tracker will not track you or use your personal data.
7. AES-256 EncryptionVPN Tracker has AES-256 Encryption, i.e. very strong security.
8. Privacy focusedVPN Tracker is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
L2TP
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equinux
VPN Tracker supports Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN on Mac, iPhone & iPad.
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Guest
VPN Tracker does not support non IPSec tunnels
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Aruba Central
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Paid • Proprietary
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Chrome OS
iPad
20 Aruba Central alternatives
Aruba Central offers a simple, secure and cost-effective way to manage and monitor Aruba Instant APs and switches. It also has advanced capabilities like customizable guest Wi-Fi, Aruba Clarity and presence analytics for smarter decision making.
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Aruba Central Features
Wireless
Procera Networks
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Paid • Proprietary
VPN Service
Network Monitor
Firewall
Mac
Windows
18 Procera Networks alternatives
Procera Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: PKT), the global Subscriber Experience company, is revolutionizing the way operators and vendors monitor, manage and monetize their network traffic. Elevate your business value and improve customer experience with Proc.
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