Our verdict · 8.4/10 Excellent
A flexible, well-priced option for connecting remote users and sites without hardware. Admin setup is more technical than Twingate or NordLayer.
Key takeaways
- Best for: Connecting remote staff to cloud and office networks.
- Strongest area: Security & privacy (8.8/10). Weakest: Ease of use (7.6/10).
- Price: Free for 5 seats; Essentials $7 / seat / month — free plan available.
- Watch out for: Connectors consume seats.
What is OpenVPN CloudConnexa?
CloudConnexa is a hosted network service built on OpenVPN and WireGuard that connects users, offices, clouds and IoT devices through a global network of points of presence, with zero-trust access policies, DNS filtering and IDS/IPS. A free tier covers five seats.
OpenVPN CloudConnexa is made by OpenVPN Inc. and is reviewed here as a business VPN. It is priced on a freemium basis, and our editorial score is 8.4 out of 10, calculated from six weighted criteria.
Who it’s for — and who should skip it
Choose OpenVPN CloudConnexa if
- Connecting remote staff to cloud and office networks
- Site-to-site links without hardware
- IoT device connectivity
Not for you if
- Non-technical admins wanting one-click setup
- Users needing a consumer VPN for streaming
Key features
Grant access to specific apps or IPs by group.
Link VPCs, offices and data centres.
DNS filtering and intrusion prevention.
Check device health before access.
- Okta
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Google Workspace
- AWS
- Azure
Pros & cons
What we like
- Free tier for five seats
- Site-to-site and user access
- Built-in DNS filtering and IDS/IPS
- Global points of presence
Watch out for
- Connectors consume seats
- More networking knowledge needed
- Advanced features on Premium
Pricing & true cost
| Plan | Indicative price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Free | Up to 5 users |
| Essentials | ≈ $7 / user / mo | — |
| Premium | ≈ $9.50 / user / mo | — |
Pricing watch-out: Premium is $9.50/seat/month. Annual billing saves up to 20%. A connector counts as a seat.
True cost at 5, 10 and 25 seats
Cheapest paid plan that fits each team size, from indicative list prices checked November 5, 2026. Excludes tax, add-ons, onboarding fees and promotional discounts.
Contract questions to ask before you sign
- Does the plan auto-renew, and how many days’ notice do you need to cancel?
- Is the advertised price for annual billing? What is the month-to-month price?
- Is the first-year price a promotion? What will renewal cost, and is it capped?
- Is there a minimum number of seats, or a charge for inactive users?
- Are onboarding, implementation or premium-support fees extra?
- How do we export all our data if we leave, and in what format?
General questions for any vendor — not findings about this product. Build a full checklist with our requirements builder.
Indicative USD pricing, last checked November 5, 2026 (source). Vendors change prices and promotions often — always confirm on their website. Model your own numbers with our SaaS TCO calculator.
Score breakdown
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features & fit | 25% | 8.6 | 2.20 | |
| Ease of use | 15% | 7.6 | 1.10 | |
| Value for money | 15% | 8.6 | 1.30 | |
| Support & reliability | 10% | 8.0 | 0.80 | |
| Security & privacy | 30% | 8.8 | 2.60 | |
| Integrations & ecosystem | 5% | 7.8 | 0.40 | |
| Overall | 100% | Weighted for security products | 8.4 | |
Security & compliance facts
| Item | Status | Question to ask OpenVPN Inc. |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-factor authenticationStops most account takeovers from reused or phished passwords. | Not verified by us | Can admins enforce MFA for every user, on every plan? |
| Single sign-on (SAML/OIDC)Lets you remove a leaver’s access everywhere from one place. | Not verified by us | Is SSO included on the plan we are buying, or only on enterprise tiers? |
| SOC 2 Type II reportIndependent audit of the vendor’s security controls — often required by larger customers. | Not verified by us | Can we see your current SOC 2 Type II report (under NDA if needed)? |
| ISO/IEC 27001 certificationInternational standard for running an information-security programme. | Not verified by us | Which legal entity and services does your ISO 27001 certificate cover? |
| GDPR data processing agreementNeeded if you handle personal data of people in the EU/UK. | Not verified by us | Do you offer a signed DPA and list your sub-processors? |
| HIPAA business associate agreementRequired before US healthcare businesses store protected health information. | Not verified by us | Will you sign a BAA, and on which plans? |
We have not yet verified these items for OpenVPN CloudConnexa against a primary source, so we don’t claim them either way. Check OpenVPN Inc.’s trust or security page and ask for documents in writing.
Before you buy any business VPN
Check OpenVPN CloudConnexa against the same list we use for every business VPN — and confirm each point on the plan you intend to buy, not the top tier.
- Central admin console
- Dedicated IP / gateway options
- SSO and user provisioning
- Device posture checks
- Clear logging policy
See every ranked option in Business VPN & Zero Trust.
OpenVPN CloudConnexa alternatives
Pick an alternative by what matters to you
- Cheaper
ZeroTier≈ $18/mo vs $70/mo at 10 users (cheapest paid plans, indicative) - Easier to use
NordVPNEase-of-use score 9.2 vs 7.6 - Better integrations
Cloudflare Zero TrustIntegrations score 8.6 vs 7.8 - Higher overall scoreCloudflare Zero TrustOverall 8.7 vs 8.4
Computed from our published scores and indicative pricing for tools in the same category as OpenVPN CloudConnexa. Scores are editorial; see the methodology.
Editor’s picks
Zero-trust remote access designed as a simple VPN replacement.
Easy mesh networking built on WireGuard — private networks in minutes.
Business VPN and network access security for distributed teams.
Review history
- Scored under methodology v2.0 (six weighted criteria, computed overall score).
OpenVPN CloudConnexa FAQ
Is CloudConnexa free?
Yes for up to five seats with limited features.
What counts as a seat?
Each active user or connector counts as one seat.
Does OpenVPN CloudConnexa have a free plan?
Yes. OpenVPN CloudConnexa offers a free plan. Paid plans start at Free for 5 seats; Essentials $7 / seat / month (indicative — check the vendor for current pricing).
Who is OpenVPN CloudConnexa best for?
OpenVPN CloudConnexa is best for: connecting remote staff to cloud and office networks; site-to-site links without hardware; ioT device connectivity.
How much does OpenVPN CloudConnexa cost for a team of 10?
On indicative list prices, the cheapest paid plan that fits 10 users (Essentials) works out at roughly $70 per month, or about $840 per year, before tax, add-ons and discounts.
How is the OpenVPN CloudConnexa score calculated?
The 8.4/10 overall score is a weighted average of six sub-scores — features & fit, ease of use, value, support & reliability, security & privacy, and integrations — using the published weights for security products. Affiliate relationships have no input. See our methodology page for the full rubric.
What are the best alternatives to OpenVPN CloudConnexa?
Popular alternatives include Twingate, Tailscale, NordLayer. See our comparisons for side-by-side verdicts.