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SOFTWARE/SECURITY/ZERO TRUST NETWORK ACCESS/BEST ZERO TRUST NETWORK ACCESS SOFTWARE

Best zero trust network access software

10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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GoodAccess ranks first here. GoodAccess is a Zero Trust Architecture as a Service platform. Menlo Security is built for enterprises securing hybrid workforces, and automatically routes high-risk activity to the cloud for threat elimination. RCDevs Security integrates with SpanKey for enhanced network security management.
RANKENTRYSCORETRENDFROM
1GoodAccessThe product is the easiest to deploy among Zero Trust platforms98.0NEW–
2Menlo SecurityApplies tailored policies to both human users and AI agents94.0NEW–
3RCDevs SecuritySimplify, enforce and audit zero trust security94.0NEW–
4NetBirdOffers a peer-to-peer WireGuard-based network that runs on almost any platform90.0NEW–
5TwingateProvides direct-to-resource connectivity without tunnels or bottlenecks90.0NEW–
6TailscaleAllows users to get started in minutes with quick installation88.0NEW–
7ADAMnetworksProtects IoT and legacy endpoints without requiring an agent84.0NEW–
8InstaSafeSupports legacy and thick-client applications beyond standard browsers84.0NEW–
9NetskopeConsolidates business critical security services within a single platform84.0NEW–
10PortnoxEliminates passwords to remove the primary attack vector in breaches84.0NEW–
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The ranking, in detail

01

GoodAccess

Your foundation for AI-driven cyber defense

GoodAccess is a Zero Trust Architecture as a Service platform. It offers software-defined perimeter and business VPN solutions.

98.0
02

Menlo Security

Unified protection for humans and AI agents

Menlo Security secures the new enterprise workforce of humans and AI agents. The platform delivers unified protection and governance through a single control plane.

Best for enterprises securing hybrid workforces
94.0
03

RCDevs Security

Simplify, enforce and audit zero trust security

RCDevs Security is a resilient on-premise platform that centralises multi-factor authentication and access control.

Best for organisations seeking robust on-premise IAM solutions
94.0
04

NetBird

The only secure access platform you will ever need

NetBird is an open source zero trust networking platform that replaces traditional VPNs. It enables IT and engineering teams to securely connect remote users, hybrid-cloud environments, and edge devices in minutes.

Best for IT and engineering teams
90.0
05

Twingate

The VPN replacement your workforce will love

Twingate is a Zero Trust platform that replaces legacy VPNs with identity-based access for users and services. It offers robust security, high performance, and simplicity through an intuitive admin console and single policy engine.

Best for teams looking to retire legacy VPNs
90.0
06

Tailscale

The best secure connectivity platform for the AI era

Tailscale is a Zero Trust identity-based connectivity platform that replaces legacy VPNs. It connects remote teams, multi-cloud environments, and AI workloads securely.

Best for engineers, IT, security, and home users
88.0
07

ADAMnetworks

Neutralise threats before they execute with Zero Trust Connectivity

ADAMnetworks offers Zero Trust Connectivity to neutralise advanced threats before execution. It enforces default-deny-all networking across every device and protocol.

Best for Security teams seeking proactive defence
84.0
08

InstaSafe

Secure access without slowing work

InstaSafe is a zero trust network access platform that replaces traditional VPNs. It verifies identity, device posture, and context before granting secure, per-session access to applications.

Best for remote workforce security teams
84.0
09

Netskope

Security and network convergence for the cloud and AI era

Netskope provides modern security and networking for the cloud and AI era. It is recognised as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for SASE Platforms.

84.0
10

Portnox

The universal zero trust platform for enterprise access

Portnox is a cloud-native zero trust platform that unifies network access control and application security. It secures every identity using AI-driven risk intelligence to enforce continuous access policies.

Best for Enterprise security teams managing distributed networks
84.0
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Positions 1, 2 and 3 are available to buy for twelve months.

Frequently asked questions

Who are these software products built for?

Menlo Security says it is built for enterprises securing hybrid workforces, and NetBird for IT and engineering teams. Tailscale says it is built for Engineers, IT, security, and home users, and ADAMnetworks for SMB and Enterprise security teams.

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