# Cisco AnyConnect Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Cisco AnyConnect the right VPN solution for you? Explore 978 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/169495/VPN-and-Endpoint-Security-Clients/reviews --- Cisco AnyConnect 4.6 (978) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/169495/VPN-and-Endpoint-Security-Clients/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Cisco AnyConnect Ease of use 4.6 Customer Service 4.4 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews TD Teodor D Data EngineerHigher Education, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It holds up even in extended use like all day on the road and adapts to changing networks better than the vast majority of VPNs I’ve used.“ May 31, 2025 MK MOHAMED K Computer FacilitatorHigher Education, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The HostScan module of AnyConnect will not work sometimes and cannot give me access to VPN until I restart the host.“ June 17, 2025 SD Stoyan D Service engineerComputer & Network Security, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Cisco AnyConnect comes with applications for PC (Windows and Linux) and phones (iOS and Android) -“ October 28, 2024 JC Jaya C System EngineerTelecommunications, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I have observed that the virtual adapter sometimes fails on Windows after updating the system resulting in errors during logging in.“ June 16, 2025 NR Nathan R Director of ITFurniture, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Being able to store multiple connections and swap between them seamlessly was a great advantage for us.“ October 21, 2024 JM Jean M System EngineerMechanical or Industrial Engineering, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It fails since it doesn't recognize captive portals on public Wi-Fi.“ May 26, 2025 TP Thomas P Senior Waterproofing TechnicianConstruction, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Using Cisco VPN benefits myself and my company as i can access documents from stored on our server from anywhere in the country on my laptop, phone, or iPad.“ July 5, 2024 BK Burim K Systems EngineerInformation Technology and Services, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “We had a case a while back when we upgraded from an older version of Cisco AnyConnect to a newer one which caused issues with authentication for some of our clients because the technology that the new version supported was not supported by our (outdated) Routers.“ October 29, 2023 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 978 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jessica P. Sustainability Project Manager Commercial Real Estate Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy to use VPN" February 3, 2025 5.0 Pros Very easy to connect to a VPN, connects really quickly and I haven't had issues with staying connected for a full day. Cons I understand that it is for security reasons, but if my computer goes to sleep I am disconnected from the VPN. Just something to note for those that use VPNs a lot. Review Source AK Ajaykumar K. Specialist Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cisco Any connect VPN " January 9, 2025 4.0 Pros Cisco any connect is an vpn it will give a secure access in your network and you can access company data and resources very secure manner. Cons cisco any connect scanning some time will took lot minitue Alternatives considered [Norton Secure VPN](https://www.capterra.com/p/169494/Norton-Wifi-Privacy-VPN/) Reason for choosing Cisco AnyConnect cisco any connect come with additional feature like scanning and allowing network Review Source SM Shannon M. Lead Box Office Associate Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Logging on from offsite " May 16, 2025 2.0 I use it to work offsite, but I get logged out a lot and it is not intuitive to get signed in. Pros This software enables me to log into my computer and get into our VPN working network so I can work offsite. Cons Sometimes I have difficulty logging in. I wish there was an autosave of my information. Review Source SH Shari H. Independent Contractor Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The great Cisco software review." July 3, 2025 5.0 My overall experience has been great. I would recommend this software to anybody who has a business at home who has a business and another site location or to anybody that works for a company that only has the option of working on site. it is very convenient and it’s a software that’s able to work in many different ways when it comes to a job title that you do with the company you work for whether it’s at home or on site. Pros What I like about this software is that you can connect anywhere using the software whether it is work from home work on site or work in another remote location that’s not from home at any given time. I would use this software mainly for business purposes. Cons There are no cons about this software. This software is really great to use. I’ve used it before and it’s very convenient for remote purposes. I can use it during call center business purposes that I do at home or anywhere in an on-site location that I did in my previous jobs that I’ve had. Review Source KC Kathleen C. Account Manager Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reliable Connection to Get Your Work Done!" March 23, 2025 5.0 I am a full remote employee who relies on AnyConnect to connect to my companies remote desktop. AnyConnect is easy to use and reliable. Pros Cisco AnyConnect makes it easy to connect to work. I am fully remote employee who needs a reliable connection. Cons At times it connects and reconnects a bit much. Review Source JC Jaya C. System Engineer Telecommunications Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Stable VPN that makes me confident" June 16, 2025 5.0 Pros The second layer of Cisco AnyConnect makes me satisfied primarily when working with client data. The connection is small and encrypted, allowing me to switch between email, code repositories and remote tools without having to worry about security. Cons I have observed that the virtual adapter sometimes fails on Windows after updating the system resulting in errors during logging in. Review Source MK MOHAMED K. Computer Facilitator Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Facilitated smooth roaming within the networks" June 17, 2025 5.0 Pros Anyconnect automatically regains connection when networks fail and maintains me well connected to office server. Its DTLS encryption boosts streaming VoIP sessions, and it automatically reconnects without involving manual fuss. Cons The HostScan module of AnyConnect will not work sometimes and cannot give me access to VPN until I restart the host. Review Source TD Teodor D. Data Engineer Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Keeps me connected from anywhere" May 31, 2025 5.0 Pros My remote sessions are kept secure and stable with Cisco AnyConnect. It holds up even in extended use like all day on the road and adapts to changing networks better than the vast majority of VPNs I’ve used. Cons Without any clear message Cisco AnyConnect will fail to connect if I forget to close or disconnect another VPN. Review Source PB Proera B. IT Engineer Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Daily remote access VPN" June 5, 2025 5.0 Pros For many years, I worked at different companies and Cisco AnyConnect has been serving me well up until now. That brings me stable access to internal resources when working from home, the road or in the field. Cons There have been times internal domains simply don’t resolve unless I manually refresh or re connect. Review Source JM Jean M. System Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Provides split tunneling with granular power" May 26, 2025 4.0 Pros Cisco AnyConnect enabled me to route only needed traffic via the VPN but keep access to everything local. It’s quite handy when I am multi-network hopping at the same time while working remotely. Cons It fails since it doesn't recognize captive portals on public Wi-Fi. It doesn't redirect, it just fails until I disconnect then I disconnect and manually authenticate through a browser. Review Source NS Netra S. Senior RPA Developer Oil & Energy Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A reliable VPN that works" November 26, 2024 4.0 A highly reliable VPN which automatically detects you are not on a trusted network and enables VPN so that you are working in a secure network Pros Reliable VPN which auto connects as soon as you are outside your office network Certain software on my laptop works only on the office network and with anyconnect working remotely is possible as anyconnect enables the VPN connection to the office network and lets me use the required tools and software even if I am not connected to office network Cons Sometimes, it just refuses to connect to the VPN. This happens once or twice a month, but it is usually fixed automatically in 30 minutes to 1 hour, so it's not a big deal. Review Source TT Tommy T. AV Technician Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Amazing and robust software that is also very secure." December 19, 2024 5.0 Amazing for remote work or troubleshoot. As expected of Cisco. Pros Very secure and supportive. Robust in features and effective. Cons Some bugs or glitched happens for remote workers. Review Source EM Elza M. Customer Service Specialist Consumer Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "It deliveries what is supposed to" October 1, 2024 5.0 In general, it is a great solution, cost-effective, very helpful and reliable software. Pros Cisco has been a great tool for voice calls within the organization. Cons I don't have any complaint about Cisco up to now. Review Source Gaurav P. Lead Security Consultant Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cisco ANyconnect - Connect to your network from Anywhere" July 19, 2024 4.0 Awesome . It made work form home easeier Pros Ease of setup , configuration and working is very straightforward Cons Nothing as such, its a great product to have. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Business Intelligence Analyst Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cisco AnyConnect User in Higher Education" June 20, 2024 5.0 Cisco AnyConnect has been a consistent platform used in my organization for years and offers reliability. I have used the platform several times a week for over 6 years with no issues. Pros I like the ease of installing and using Cisco AnyConnect to manage the VPN to my remote desktop. Cons Nothing. I have little issue using Cisco AnyConnect to date. Review Source Phyllis Wanjiku G. Data Scientist Furniture Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Strong VPN service with Cisco AnyConnect" July 3, 2024 4.0 Working remotely can be amazing, but cafes and co-working spaces often lack ironclad security. Cisco AnyConnect swoops in turning any Wi-Fi connection into a private tunnel. Setting it up was a breeze, even for someone who isn't tech-savvy. In most cases video calls are crystal clear, and downloads fly by. Pros As someone working remotely, I appreciate what Cisco AnyConnect offers. It is easy to set up. It also remembers my login details so I don't have to type them in every time. Their security features give me peace of mind knowing my data is protected, especially when working on public Wi-Fi. Cons I've noticed occasional slowdowns in connection speed, especially when using a VPN server geographically far from Turkey. Review Source Khushnud S. IT Engineer Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cisco AnyConnect-secure solutions " June 7, 2024 5.0 I use it for corporate network connection from off-corp network. Pros Easy of use, connects fast and keeps connection uninterrupted. Security protocols are latest and vpn is secure Cons All features are good, I haven’t encountered with any issues Review Source Nachiket P. Decision Analytics Associate Management Consulting Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Cisco AnyConnect - Best Remote Connection software for Corporates" April 28, 2022 5.0 My overall experience with Cisco AnyConnect has been really good. I use it daily to connect with the company's private networks to access sensitive data which is not accessible through usual networks. As a part of the Product team at ZS, we deploy certain applications on production servers that cannot be accessed without connecting with the company VPN. Cisco AnyConnect has great auto-connection capabilities in case one of the available WiFI connections faces an issue. Pros The best thing I like about Cisco AnyConnect is that it can connect with all available company VPN networks in minimal time using available network connections. The icon is embedded in the taskbar and requires only the VPN network name, username, and password to connect with the VPN network. Also, Wifi for ZS is routed through Cisco AnyConnect. So in case there are two saved networks active at a time with the VPN on, and the network currently linked becomes inactive due to unforeseen circumstances, CIsco AnyConnect automatically connects with the other network and re-establishes the connection to the VPN. This is all without any manual interference, and is simple great! Cons There are minimal issues with Cisco AnyConnect. Sometimes, it does not recognize the presence of mobile networks and there is no way to establish a WiFi connection without restarting the system and hoping that it works fine. This becomes a major roadblock, especially in times of urgent client meetings where virtual presence is mandatory. Review Source SS Stefano S. Owner Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cisco Anyconnect review" October 2, 2023 4.0 Pros I like this product as it is very easy to use. Also, administrators can provide configuration files for helping users to automatically configure their client. Cons Cisco Anyconnect have the problem that if connection breaks, I cannot connect anymore. I have to wait 30 minutes so that connection is made again Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Network Engineer Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A VPN Client That Just Works" February 20, 2019 5.0 Cisco AnyConnect has provided our users with an easy solution for securely connecting to the corporate LAN. I've found that Cisco's TAC group has also done a good job of supporting the product on the rare occasion when an issue does pop up. Overall, this is the perfect solution for our company: you're hardly aware that the product is even running and the support of the application by Cisco has given us nothing but confidence with its use within an enterprise environment. Pros I've used the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client over the last 10 years while also managing AnyConnect client-to-site configurations on ASAs. Both as a user and administrator, the product is straight-forward: through a few easy and well-documented steps, the VPN configuration is created leaving the client to simply login via the GUI which will provide them with the appropriate release and version of AnyConnect for their OS. Whether they're on a Mac, PC, or their mobile device, the process and use of AnyConnect to access our corporate network is easy and transparent for the non-technical user which means less time spent teaching and troubleshooting. Cons Around a year ago, I worked with users and also personally experienced issues following a Windows update. Cisco TAC was able to work with us on changes to the .xml profile and get us up and running. 99% of the time, the product works fine. On the rare occasion that there are issues, more meaningful error messages would aid in determining root cause. Review Source Bruno F. Sr Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best and most stable VPN solution I've used so far" October 29, 2020 5.0 My experience with AnyConnect has been great and it really helped me a lot during this period when I'm working from home, but I need to be connected to the company's secure network to be able to access the internal tools. I can work from anywhere, needing only an available wifi network and my laptop. With just 1 click I am already in a secure connection and with access to all the internal tools I need. Another extremely high quality software developed by Cisco. Pros AnyConnect is a very easy to use application. Its configuration and usability are simple due to the clean and intuitive interface. I can connect with the security of an encrypted connection from any internet network with just 1 click. The application does not disconnect easily, which allows you to work smoothly and without connection problems. Cons I can't see any weaknesses from the user's point of view. If I had to point out something, it would be about the very few times that the application disconnected during use and did not issue any alerts, however this has only happened to me 1 time so far. Review Source Nathan M. System Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy, easy, easy" January 8, 2019 4.0 Pros I'm not a firewall expert, but even I can get AnyConnect setup on a Cisco ASA 5XXX series in about an hour. It's a pretty straightforward process with lots of guides available. Installing it on the client is even easier, and the best part is that it's only two or three mouse clicks to get connected, so it's very easy to teach to an end user. The connection is rock solid, I've never had issues with connectivity. Cons Licensing anything with Cisco is confusing, and this is no exception. Even though I've done it several times, it still takes me more time than I'd care to admit to figure out the correct SKU for the software license I need. It's also annoying that many ASA's need to have a 512MB RAM stick installed before AnyConnect can be used. Configuring AnyConnect to use Radius is also pretty confusing for me, although this more a function of the ASA than AnyConnect. Review Source NPB Noxolo Peace B. Director Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Computer Feds. You're Always Protected" April 17, 2023 5.0 Cisco AnyConnect has been an essential tool for my business, providing secure and reliable remote access to our company's network and resources. Pros The best thing about Cisco AnyConnect is its robust security features, such as two-factor authentication and encryption, which have given me peace of mind when accessing sensitive company data from outside the office. Cons While Cisco AnyConnect is a highly effective remote access tool, it can sometimes have connectivity issues, especially when using older or less powerful devices. Review Source Oleg P. Financial Analyst Banking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Amazing Product" April 4, 2022 5.0 Cisco AnyConnect is doesn't have any issues - once I connect in the morning - connection is stable till end of day. There are no differences in my computer performance - everything works as fast and secure as if I was in the office. This was not case at my past employments using different connections. Connection would often get lost, and would take a while to disconnect. It is also 100% secure. Pros Cisco AnyConnect is fantastic. I used a number of other software at my previous jobs for VPN connection, and they were always faulty, I would often loose connection every few hours, it would take long to connect, sometimes several tries, which could be very annoying if you have a meeting or a deadline. Cons I have not experienced any issues with Cisco AnyConnect. Review Source DDC Diwakar Dixit C. IT Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A client definitely you can rely on" April 2, 2024 5.0 Pros I have been using cisco AnyConnect for over 4 years. I am a network engineer by profession and have configured my ASA firewall to help users to connect to our environment via cisco anyconnect. Cisco anyconnect uses SSL 443 and DTLS (UDP 443) which means you will connect to anyconnect if your company has standard internet access allowed. Supports split tunneling which means you can allow only company traffic to flow via VPN rest using your local internet. It supports MFA too. When it comes to cisco support, they are top notch. Cons Its bit expensive when compared to fortigate vpn solution. Review Source Similar Products Featured