System Network Administrator at a consultancy with 201-500 employees
Real User
Top 5
Mar 4, 2026
For authentication, we use SAML to authenticate users from Microsoft Entra ID or Google Workspace. SAML and single sign-on serve the same purpose. We use SAML and local authentication for the admin, and the admin can authenticate through SAML with a checkbox in the admin panel or user panel. I have a recommendation that I can share with other organizations considering OpenVPN Access Server. From my previous job, we used OpenVPN Access Server, and when I moved to a new job, I proposed using OpenVPN Access Server, and the chief decided to implement it. In the future, when I see that my friends or friendly corporations or friendly structures want to use a VPN, I will recommend OpenVPN Access Server.
DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer at Honey Insurance
Real User
Top 5
Mar 4, 2026
OpenVPN Access Server remains stable and works well despite a couple of things that can be improved or enhanced, and the documentation is good with no issues on that side. My impression of the connection speed when using OpenVPN Access Server compared to other VPN solutions is that it is medium; it is not fast and it is not slow, but in some cases, it could be slow. My advice for others looking into using OpenVPN Access Server is to consider if they need a VPN or just zero trust network access. If they want to route traffic to specific domains, OpenVPN Access Server may not be suitable, but for a secure, safe, and stable VPN with good service integrations such as Google for SAML authorization, it works well and I would recommend it. I would rate OpenVPN Access Server an eight on a scale of one to ten.
DevSecOps Engineer at a tech company with 51-200 employees
Real User
Top 5
Mar 3, 2026
I utilize the Access Controls feature of OpenVPN Access Server by provisioning users into groups and then provisioning access to those groups. The effectiveness of OpenVPN Access Server in providing precise access to users, groups, or devices is quite effective and reliable. I would not say it is the most intuitive specifically because there are default access groups, then you have overrides, and it is not inherently clear for someone just getting started with the product. However, if you are more experienced, it is straightforward to set up. Once you set it up, it is reliable, and you have confidence that whatever access you provision for that group of users will be maintained. I purchase OpenVPN Access Server for my clients through the AWS Marketplace. Given my extensive experience with OpenVPN Access Server, I would recommend that before any organization implements it, they really need to define what their networks and subnets are and what is connected to what. Consider whether your on-premise infrastructure is connected to your cloud and whether your cloud is connected to another cloud. It is essential to have a good understanding of your network. Make sure there are no overlapping subnets, and then decide where to provision OpenVPN Access Server. The key advice is to understand your network before you even provision this resource, because where you provision it will determine what users can access. You certainly want to have a good amount of coverage where possible so that you can access your internal resources securely. I would rate this product an eight overall.
IT Engineer/ Software developer at a tech vendor with 11-50 employees
Real User
Top 20
Jul 19, 2025
We were surprised how straightforward it was to integrate with AWS. We had a little hiccup with installing the certificate, but we read the documentation and everything was sorted out. We would recommend creating tutorial videos of setup and common troubleshooting. People prefer to watch video guides rather than read documentation.
Chief Cloud Architect at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees
Real User
Top 20
May 28, 2025
Regarding OpenVPN Access Server's advanced monitoring and reporting tools, I have not seen many features. They have a basic log, which is sufficient most of the time. I found the setup and pricing of OpenVPN Access Server very easy since I've set it up many times. Even the first time wasn't particularly complicated. I use the feature for hybrid deployment on OpenVPN Access Server in the cloud, not on-premises. Overall, my experience with OpenVPN Access Server on a scale of one to 10 is a nine.
OpenVPN could improve the GUI and configuration steps. Overall, it's a straightforward deployment, however, it would be challenging for someone without technical knowledge. I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
The solution was deployed on the cloud in our organization. More than 100 people are needed for the solution's deployment and maintenance. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
My advice for those starting with OpenVPN is to ensure you are using the latest version, as the trend is to refine encryption algorithms. Being up-to-date with the software ensures you benefit from the latest improvements and security measures. Overall, I would rate OpenVPN Access Server as a nine out of ten.
I rate OpenVPN Access Server a nine out of ten. I advise others to check whether the server connects well with the product. It helps them avoid any loopholes for the account while entering the network for configuration.
The solution is okay for me. I recommend the solution to those planning to use it. OpenVPN Access Server is a good solution. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I would rate the product an eight out of ten. You need to study the solution's documentation and get familiar with it before implementing the tool in your organization.
Penetration tester at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
Real User
Apr 7, 2023
The solution works well if you have a good internet connection. If the connection is not stable it is not the fault of the solution. I would advise others to use this solution, it works well. I rate OpenVPN Access Server a nine out of ten.
I highly recommend the solution to those who want to learn about VPN infrastructure and its deployment. But I wouldn't recommend it to any company. I rate it as a nine, as I have learned so much from it.
I'm not sure which version of the solution I'm using. I'd recommend this product to other users and companies. I would rate the solution eight out of ten.
ICT and Cyber Security Adviser at a educational organization with 201-500 employees
Real User
Nov 22, 2022
I'd recommend the solution to other users and organizations. I would rate the product eight out of ten as I have been mostly pleased with its capabilities.
The solution is at a client location. I'm not sure which version they're on. It's critical to understand the solution if you decide to use it, and if it is a necessary solution that you need to depend on, you should have some sort of support contract in place. I'd rate the solution six out of ten.
Owner at a outsourcing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Top 20
Dec 31, 2020
It is important to document the steps so that if one person is not available, another person can continue the work. I would rate OpenVPN Access Server a seven out of ten.
Enterprise Architect at a tech services company with 201-500 employees
Real User
Jun 30, 2020
Personally, I like this product and our decision to shut down the server is in response to decisions made by our customers. I have not found any issues with it, myself. I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
You can see a quick description of the DRBD project I mentioned on my website along with a graphic showing the layout of it. Visit www.scottsolutions.us/p... for more details.
Infrastructure Administrator at a financial services firm with 51-200 employees
Real User
Mar 22, 2018
We did not use this product on AWS. We hosted the server on our network. My advice would be, if OpenVPN fits your environment and needs, it’s a great solution. Do it.
OpenVPN Access Server Enterprise provides secure, scalable remote access with strong encryption and cross-platform compatibility, leveraging open-source flexibility for cost-effectiveness. It's ideal for connecting remote workers, maintaining privacy, and securing network communications.
OpenVPN Access Server Enterprise is renowned for its ease of setup and adaptability, supporting Linux and different operating systems, which ensures robust security and seamless integration across network...
For authentication, we use SAML to authenticate users from Microsoft Entra ID or Google Workspace. SAML and single sign-on serve the same purpose. We use SAML and local authentication for the admin, and the admin can authenticate through SAML with a checkbox in the admin panel or user panel. I have a recommendation that I can share with other organizations considering OpenVPN Access Server. From my previous job, we used OpenVPN Access Server, and when I moved to a new job, I proposed using OpenVPN Access Server, and the chief decided to implement it. In the future, when I see that my friends or friendly corporations or friendly structures want to use a VPN, I will recommend OpenVPN Access Server.
OpenVPN Access Server remains stable and works well despite a couple of things that can be improved or enhanced, and the documentation is good with no issues on that side. My impression of the connection speed when using OpenVPN Access Server compared to other VPN solutions is that it is medium; it is not fast and it is not slow, but in some cases, it could be slow. My advice for others looking into using OpenVPN Access Server is to consider if they need a VPN or just zero trust network access. If they want to route traffic to specific domains, OpenVPN Access Server may not be suitable, but for a secure, safe, and stable VPN with good service integrations such as Google for SAML authorization, it works well and I would recommend it. I would rate OpenVPN Access Server an eight on a scale of one to ten.
I utilize the Access Controls feature of OpenVPN Access Server by provisioning users into groups and then provisioning access to those groups. The effectiveness of OpenVPN Access Server in providing precise access to users, groups, or devices is quite effective and reliable. I would not say it is the most intuitive specifically because there are default access groups, then you have overrides, and it is not inherently clear for someone just getting started with the product. However, if you are more experienced, it is straightforward to set up. Once you set it up, it is reliable, and you have confidence that whatever access you provision for that group of users will be maintained. I purchase OpenVPN Access Server for my clients through the AWS Marketplace. Given my extensive experience with OpenVPN Access Server, I would recommend that before any organization implements it, they really need to define what their networks and subnets are and what is connected to what. Consider whether your on-premise infrastructure is connected to your cloud and whether your cloud is connected to another cloud. It is essential to have a good understanding of your network. Make sure there are no overlapping subnets, and then decide where to provision OpenVPN Access Server. The key advice is to understand your network before you even provision this resource, because where you provision it will determine what users can access. You certainly want to have a good amount of coverage where possible so that you can access your internal resources securely. I would rate this product an eight overall.
I would rate it a ten out of ten.
Having an officially supported Linux client would significantly improve usability and reliability across all platforms.
We were surprised how straightforward it was to integrate with AWS. We had a little hiccup with installing the certificate, but we read the documentation and everything was sorted out. We would recommend creating tutorial videos of setup and common troubleshooting. People prefer to watch video guides rather than read documentation.
Regarding OpenVPN Access Server's advanced monitoring and reporting tools, I have not seen many features. They have a basic log, which is sufficient most of the time. I found the setup and pricing of OpenVPN Access Server very easy since I've set it up many times. Even the first time wasn't particularly complicated. I use the feature for hybrid deployment on OpenVPN Access Server in the cloud, not on-premises. Overall, my experience with OpenVPN Access Server on a scale of one to 10 is a nine.
OpenVPN could improve the GUI and configuration steps. Overall, it's a straightforward deployment, however, it would be challenging for someone without technical knowledge. I would rate the solution an eight out of ten.
Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
The tool works fine and doesn't bother me all day. I recommend the solution. Overall, I rate the solution a ten out of ten.
The solution was deployed on the cloud in our organization. More than 100 people are needed for the solution's deployment and maintenance. Overall, I rate the solution an eight out of ten.
My advice for those starting with OpenVPN is to ensure you are using the latest version, as the trend is to refine encryption algorithms. Being up-to-date with the software ensures you benefit from the latest improvements and security measures. Overall, I would rate OpenVPN Access Server as a nine out of ten.
I rate OpenVPN Access Server a nine out of ten. I advise others to check whether the server connects well with the product. It helps them avoid any loopholes for the account while entering the network for configuration.
Overall, I rate the tool an eight out of ten.
The solution is okay for me. I recommend the solution to those planning to use it. OpenVPN Access Server is a good solution. Overall, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
I would rate the product an eight out of ten. You need to study the solution's documentation and get familiar with it before implementing the tool in your organization.
The solution works well if you have a good internet connection. If the connection is not stable it is not the fault of the solution. I would advise others to use this solution, it works well. I rate OpenVPN Access Server a nine out of ten.
I highly recommend the solution to those who want to learn about VPN infrastructure and its deployment. But I wouldn't recommend it to any company. I rate it as a nine, as I have learned so much from it.
I would tell potential users that OpenVPN Access Server is best for small businesses.
OpenVPN's usage depends on the network preferences and deployment complexity. I would rate it a seven out of ten.
I give the solution a seven out of ten. We have under 100 people using the solution. I recommend the solution to others.
I'm not sure which version of the solution I'm using. I'd recommend this product to other users and companies. I would rate the solution eight out of ten.
I'd recommend the solution to other users and organizations. I would rate the product eight out of ten as I have been mostly pleased with its capabilities.
I have been using OpenVPN Access Server a ten out of ten.
The solution is at a client location. I'm not sure which version they're on. It's critical to understand the solution if you decide to use it, and if it is a necessary solution that you need to depend on, you should have some sort of support contract in place. I'd rate the solution six out of ten.
I would strongly advise anybody considering installing Open VPN Access Server to use it. I would rate it as ten out of ten.
I would recommend OpenVPN Access Server to others. I rate OpenVPN Access Server an eight out of ten.
If somebody asked me about VPNs, I would recommend OpenVPN 100%. I would rate it seven out of ten.
On a scale from one to ten, I would rate OpenVPN Access Server at seven.
It is important to document the steps so that if one person is not available, another person can continue the work. I would rate OpenVPN Access Server a seven out of ten.
Personally, I like this product and our decision to shut down the server is in response to decisions made by our customers. I have not found any issues with it, myself. I would rate this solution a nine out of ten.
You can see a quick description of the DRBD project I mentioned on my website along with a graphic showing the layout of it. Visit www.scottsolutions.us/p... for more details.
We did not use this product on AWS. We hosted the server on our network. My advice would be, if OpenVPN fits your environment and needs, it’s a great solution. Do it.