Best NAC Tools

    Compare and discover the best NAC software and tools for your team. Find the right solution for your needs.

    Part of: Network edge & segmentation
    15 vendors
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    AlgoSec

    NAC
    2 products

    AlgoSec provides a security policy management platform that automates the orchestration of connectivity and security policies across hybrid cloud and on-premise environments.

    Policy-based network access enforcementDevice and user authenticationSecurity posture assessment+9
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    Arista Networks (Awake Security)

    NDR
    4 products

    Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client to cloud networking for large data center/AI, campus and routing environments.

    Autonomous network traffic analysisEncrypted traffic context analysisEntity discovery and profiling+9
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    Aruba ClearPass

    NAC
    1 product

    HPE Aruba Networking ClearPass Policy Manager is an on-premises Network Access Control (NAC) platform providing role- and device-based secure access across multi-vendor wired, wireless, and VPN infrastructures.

    Device profiling and endpoint classificationIdentity-based policy enforcementEndpoint posture assessment and remediation+9
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    Axonius

    NAC
    1 product

    Axonius is a Cybersecurity Asset Management Platform that aggregates device data from NAC, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, EDR, SIEM, MDM, and other security tools to provide unified visibility across IT, OT, IoT, and medical

    Role-based device access controlUser activity reportingNetwork access control policy enforcement+7
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    Extreme Networks ExtremeControl

    NAC
    1 product

    Extreme Networks ExtremeControl is a centralized Network Access Control (NAC) solution that enforces role-based access policies for wired, wireless LAN, and VPN users across multi-vendor switches and access points.

    Pre-connect and post-connect access controlRole-based policy enforcementEndpoint authentication and posture assessment+9
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    Forescout

    OT & IoT Security
    2 products

    Forescout’s IoT Security offering is an agentless device visibility and control platform for unmanaged IoT, OT, and IoMT environments.

    Real-time device visibilityDevice identification and classificationZero trust network segmentation+9
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    Fortinet

    NGFW
    8 products

    Fortinet’s FortiGate line is the company’s Firewall/NGFW offering, covering stateful firewalling, application control, IPS, web filtering, SSL/TLS inspection, and threat-intelligence-backed blocking.

    Next-generation firewall inspectionIntrusion prevention systemApplication control policies+8
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    Genians Genian NAC

    NAC
    1 product

    Genian NAC is a 4th generation Network Access Control solution from Genians that delivers real-time visibility into IP-enabled devices using Layer 2 Network Sensors connected to broadcast domains, supporting legacy networks

    Real-time device monitoringPre-connect access enforcementContinuous policy compliance control+9
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    Hewlett Packard Enterprise

    SASE
    1 product

    Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) provides a comprehensive edge-to-cloud security architecture, largely bolstered by the acquisitions of Axis Security (SSE) and Silver Peak (SD-WAN).

    Unified SASE with secure SD-WANZero Trust Network AccessCloud-delivered security services+9
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    Infoblox DDI with NAC

    NAC
    1 product

    Infoblox NIOS DDI is a cloud-managed platform delivering DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM) across hybrid and multi-cloud networks.

    Use DDI context for access decisionsQuarantine compromised devicesEnforce consistent network policy+9
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    Nile Access Service

    NAC
    2 products

    Nile Access Service is a cloud-native Network-as-a-Service platform delivering wired and wireless campus infrastructure with embedded zero-trust security.

    Native NAC replacement in the fabricZero Trust access for campus networksIdentity-based access control+8
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    PacketFence

    NAC
    1 product

    PacketFence is a free, open-source Network Access Control (NAC) system for securing small to large heterogeneous networks.

    Network access control policy enforcementCaptive portal registration and onboardingGuest access management+8
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    Portnox CLEAR

    NAC
    1 product

    Portnox CLEAR is a cloud-native NAC-as-a-Service platform that provides continuous risk monitoring and access control for endpoints across wired, wireless, VPN, and virtual networks.

    Cloud-native network access controlContinuous device risk monitoringRisk-based access enforcement+9
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    Pulse Secure Pulse Policy Secure

    NAC
    6 products

    Secure Access Made Easy, Comprehensive, and Flexible

    Context-aware access controlAutomated BYOD onboardingEndpoint compliance checks+9
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    wolfSSL

    Encryption & Key Management
    8 products

    wolfSSL is an embedded cryptography vendor best known for its wolfCrypt engine, wolfSSL TLS library, and wolfHSM key-management framework.

    TLS and DTLS protocol stackAuthenticated cipher suite supportSymmetric cipher implementation+9

    What is NAC software?

    Compare and discover the best NAC software and tools for your team. Find the right solution for your needs. With 16 nac tools listed on Picari, you can compare features, pricing models, and real user experiences side-by-side, without speaking to a single sales rep until you're ready.

    Who needs nac tools?

    NAC software is typically adopted by teams that have outgrown manual processes and need repeatable, scalable workflows. You'll get the most value if:

    • Your team spends more than 5 hours/week on tasks that could be automated
    • You're scaling past 10 team members and need consistent processes
    • You need better visibility into performance metrics and ROI
    • Your current tools don't integrate well with the rest of your stack

    Buying criteria checklist for nac

    Before committing to a nac platform, run through this evaluation checklist:

    Does it integrate with your CRM and existing stack?
    What's the total cost of ownership (setup + seats + add-ons)?
    How steep is the learning curve for your team?
    Does it scale with your expected growth over 12–24 months?
    What does onboarding and customer support look like?
    Can you trial it with real data before committing?

    Common mistakes when evaluating nac tools

    • 1.Buying based on demos alone. A polished demo doesn't reveal how the tool handles your actual data and workflows. Always run a proof-of-concept.
    • 2.Ignoring total cost of ownership. The sticker price is rarely the full cost, factor in implementation, training, integrations, and potential add-on fees.
    • 3.Not involving end users in the evaluation. The people who'll use the tool daily should have a say. Top-down purchases often lead to low adoption.
    • 4.Comparing too many tools at once. Shortlist 2–3 finalists max. Evaluating 5+ tools in parallel leads to decision fatigue and delayed timelines.

    How to evaluate nac tools on Picari

    Picari is built to help security teams evaluate cybersecurity tools on their terms, no cold calls, no spam, no pressure. Here's how to get started:

    1. Browse and compare, Review features, pricing, and team fit for each tool above.
    2. Start a Briefing, Describe your problem and get a personalised shortlist of vendors in minutes.
    3. Run a Stack Audit, See how a new tool fits alongside what you already use, and identify gaps or overlaps.
    4. Open an Evaluation Room, Collaborate with your team, organize requirements, and message vendors directly, all in one place.

    Not sure which nac tool fits?

    Start a Briefing to tell us what you're trying to solve, get a shortlist and a stack audit in minutes.

    Top NAC tools on Picari (2026)

    Here are some of the most popular nac tools currently listed on the platform:

    • AlgoSec · AlgoSec provides a security policy management platform that automates the orches…
    • Arista Networks (Awake Security) Guardian for Network Identity (AGNI) · Next-generation cloud-native AI-driven solution that delivers identity-based net…
    • Aruba ClearPass, Enterprise pricing · HPE Aruba Networking ClearPass Policy Manager is an on-premises Network Access C…
    • Axonius · Axonius is a Cybersecurity Asset Management Platform that aggregates device data…
    • Extreme Networks ExtremeControl, Enterprise pricing · Extreme Networks ExtremeControl is a centralized Network Access Control (NAC) so…
    • Forescout, Enterprise pricing · Forescout’s IoT Security offering is an agentless device visibility and control…
    • Forescout Vistaro · Continuously discovers, assesses, controls, and governs every connected asset ac…
    • FortiNAC, Enterprise pricing · FortiNAC is Fortinet's network access control platform providing device discover…