ExpressVPN vs SonicWall

ExpressVPN is a premium consumer VPN known for fast speeds, a large global server network, and a very easy setup, with an audited no-logs policy. It is a mainstream, polished choice.

SonicWall makes next-generation firewall appliances that inspect every network packet, including encrypted traffic, to detect and block malware and intrusion attempts in real time. Its Capture Cloud Platform automatically pushes updated security signatures, and unknown files can be detonated in cloud sandboxes to catch zero-day threats before they reach endpoints.

• Fast and reliable
• Very easy to use
• Large server network
• Good for streaming

• Wide range of appliance sizes for different business scales
• Embedded cyber warranty is a distinctive value-add
• Unified management across firewalls, switches, and access points
• Cloud sandbox zero-day protection included

• No free tier
• Pricier than rivals
• Fewer power-user features

• Pricing not published, requires a quote
• Hardware-based approach requires physical appliance investment
• Historically a target of security vulnerability disclosures requiring prompt patching