OpenVPN vs Tailscale: Which Business VPN is Better?
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The #1 Business VPNWhat is the difference between OpenVPN and Tailscale?
Unlike complex security platforms, OpenVPN delivers only what you need — secure access, Zero Trust, and identity integration — with quick setup, simple management, and SMB-friendly pricing.
 | Tailscale | |
|---|---|---|
| Easy configuration |  Yes | Yes |
| Scalable | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic key rotation | Yes | Yes |
| Peer-to-peer by default | Yes | Yes |
| Based on end-to-end open source | Yes |  No |
| Flexible server configuration | Yes | No |
| Multiple use cases | Yes | No |
| Unlimited free tier | Yes | No |
| Native support for IPv6 | Yes | Yes |
Why companies choose OpenVPN?
Tailscale is a lightweight option for small teams, but OpenVPN is built for businesses that need to scale securely, manage users flexibly, and enforce Zero Trust without compromise.
Built-in Zero Trust & security
OpenVPN can help you enforce Zero Trust across your network with role-based access control, enhance Wi-Fi security with full traffic encryption, and protect users with Cyber Shield IDS/IPS and content filtering.
Superior authentication options
OpenVPN supports SAML + LDAP, plus local authentication. OpenVPN works seamlessly with both modern and legacy IdPs.Tailscale only offers OIDC, with limited group management without extra integrations.
Ease of use — fast setup, no complexity
OpenVPN setup takes most customers less than one hour without the need for complex hardware or over-engineered infrastructure.OpenVPN offers simple, flexible setup that rivals Tailscale's "zero-config" promise.
Scalable, cost-effective growth
OpenVPN has no bandwidth limits — scale without performance concerns. Affordable volume pricing is more predictable and scalable than Tailscale as your business grows.Multiple isolated overlay networks (WPCs) for MSPs and multi-tenant environments. Designed for SMBs and growing enterprises, not just small teams.
Backed by enterprise-grade security
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ISO/IEC 27001:2022
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GDPR CompliantTwo solutions — one goal
Self-hosted or cloud-delivered: We've got your network security covered.
Self-hosted
Access Server
Access Server gives you complete control over your security architecture with customizable access policies and private tunneling.
Deploy on IaaS providers, Docker, Linux, Hyper-V, and VMware ESXi- Get started fast with a ready-to-use templates
- Protect your data by routing internet traffic through the Access Server
- Enforce access policies with identity, device, and IP verification
Cloud-delivered
CloudConnexa®
Connect your applications, private networks, workforce, and IoT devices — without complex, hard-to-scale hardware or self-managed server software.
- Enforce security with a full suite of Zero Trust controls
- Connect networks seamlessly using OpenVPN or IPsec
- Enhance protection with content filtering and IDS/IPS
- Simplify routing with domain-based traffic rules
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What our customers say about us
Jason K.REPAYEasy to configure options, add users, and that it has two factor authentication built in. You can configure the system to allow connections on common ports so that you're able to connect from pretty much anywhere in the world.
Johnathan B.Surry TelephoneConfiguring and updating my own server is super simple. In my experience, I've always had some difficulty setting up hardware VPN appliances, but OpenVPN was no-nonsense.
Alex H.DGDeanThe OpenVPN Access Server AMI is a great out of the box VPN solution for your AWS VPC...
John G.Anovys, LLCOpenVPN offers users a very simple and secure VPN option that is both economical and quick to install. Users are able to easily install it on their client devices.
Jeremy F.Intelligent PathwaysThe availability of client software for all operating systems and mobile devices means my customers can connect regardless of their setup.
Josh Wc.nexgen|packaging, LLCExcellent, flexible solution for our Azure environment.