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| Fact | flexiWAN | Nokia Nuage Networks SD-WAN |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | The system consists of flexiManage for centralized management, flexiEdge for local routing and security, and flexiAgent for synchronization and monitoring. | Nuage Networks describes SD-WAN 2.0 as a centrally controlled, open, multi-cloud virtual networking platform. |
| Security | The platform includes firewall controls with application identification, port forwarding and 1:1 NAT, and supports 2FA login. | Nokia describes embedded Nuage SD-WAN security and integration with third-party cloud security and SSE products to offer a SASE solution. |
| Support | During the 30-day trial, flexiWAN says support is provided and it will assist with installation and configuration as required. | The Cloud-Managed SD-WAN service brief lists professional services and a global technical support organization among its benefits. |
| Target users | The SaaS model is presented for enterprises and small-to-medium service-provider deployments, while the service-provider model is typically used by service providers and system integrators. | Nokia describes VNS as an enterprise SD-WAN solution and its SD-WAN 2.0 architecture as flexible for communication service providers delivering SASE services. |
flexiWAN plans
- Enterprise SaaS — 1–5 flexiEdge InstancesFree
- Enterprise SaaS — 1,001–5,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Monthly$12 a month
- Enterprise SaaS — 501–1,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$17
- Enterprise SaaS — 501–1,000 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Monthly$20 a month
- Enterprise SaaS — 101–500 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$21
- Enterprise SaaS — 11–100 flexiEdge Instances, Paid Yearly$25
Nokia Nuage Networks SD-WAN plans
- Nokia Cloud-Managed SD-WAN ServicePriced on request
Pick flexiWAN if…
It suits enterprises and smaller service-provider deployments using the SaaS model, as well as service providers and system integrators using the service-provider model. It may fit teams that need application-aware routing, managed security and multi-site network deployment.
Pick Nokia Nuage Networks SD-WAN if…
Nuage Networks SD-WAN suits enterprises seeking centrally governed connectivity among branches, clouds, data centers, and SaaS services. Nokia also identifies service providers as a target audience for its SD-WAN 2.0 architecture.