ExpressVPN vs Untangle NG Firewall

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.

Untangle NG Firewall is a modular next-generation firewall platform that consolidates network security functions like content filtering, intrusion prevention, ransomware protection, and VPN into a single console instead of requiring multiple separate vendor products. Following its acquisition, the product now operates under Arista Networks as part of the Edge Threat Management (ETM) platform, with NG Firewall remaining the core product and a cloud-based ETM Dashboard, including a mobile app, for centralized management. The platform is aimed at organizations that need enterprise-style network security without a large in-house security team, and it is used across education (K-12 and higher ed), government, healthcare, financial services, nonprofits, and hospitality. Special pricing is available for qualifying public institutions, nonprofits, and government organizations, and a free trial and online purchase configurator are offered directly on the site.

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

• Modular design lets organizations pay only for needed security functions
• Discounted pricing available for education, nonprofit, and government buyers
• Cloud dashboard with mobile app simplifies remote management
• Backed by Arista's networking infrastructure following acquisition

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

• Public list pricing is not shown; requires going through a configurator or sales
• Brand transition (Untangle to Arista Edge Threat Management) can cause naming confusion
• Best suited to organizations comfortable managing their own modular security stack