Cisco Secure Client vs Go 13.0 Work Management
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cisco Secure Client
This application provides secure, encrypted network connectivity for mobile devices, enabling persistent access to corporate resources. It optimizes connections for various applications and traffic types, ensuring reliable access for users on the go.
- Encrypted network connectivity
- Persistent corporate access
- Optimized connection paths
- Network roaming capability
- Wide range of authentication options
- Per-app VPN support
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This is the Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect VPN) application for Apple iOS. Please report any questions to ac-mobile-feedback@cisco.com. Please consult with your EMM/MDM vendor on configuration changes required to configure this new version if you are not setting it up manually. Samples at: https://community.cisco.com/t5/security-blogs/anyconnect-apple-ios-transition-to-apple-s-latest-vpn-framework/ba-p/3098264 LICENSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS: You must have an active AnyConnect Plus, Apex or VPN Only term/contract to utilize this software. Use is no longer permitted for older Essentials/Premium with Mobile licensing. AnyConnect may never be used with non-Cisco servers. Trial AnyConnect Apex (ASA) licenses are available for administrators at www.cisco.com/go/license AnyConnect for iOS requires Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Boot image 8.0(4) or later. Per App VPN requires ASA 9.3(2) or later (5500-X/ASAv only) with Plus, Apex or VPN Only licensing and a minimum Apple iOS version of 10.x. For additional licensing questions, please contact ac-mobile-license-request (AT) cisco.com and include a copy of "show version" from your Cisco ASA. Ordering and Licensing Guide: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/security/anyconnect-secure-mobility-client/secure-client-og.html Cisco Secure Client (including AnyConnect VPN) provides reliable and easy-to-deploy encrypted network connectivity from any Apple iOS by delivering persistent corporate access for users on the go. Whether providing access to business email, a virtual desktop session, or most other iOS applications, AnyConnect enables business-critical application connectivity. Through the use of Datagram Transport Layer Security (DTLS), TCP-based applications and latency-sensitive traffic (such as voice over IP [VoIP]) are provided an optimized communication path to corporate resources. Additionally, the Cisco Secure Client support IPsec IKEv2 with Next Generation Encryption. Features: - Automatically adapts its tunneling to the most efficient method possible based on network constraints, using TLS and DTLS. - DTLS provides an optimized connection for TCP-based application access and latency-sensitive traffic, such as VoIP traffic - Network roaming capability allows connectivity to resume seamlessly after IP address change, loss of connectivity, or device standby - Wide Range of Authentication Options: RADIUS, RSA SecurID, Active Directory/Kerberos, Digital Certificates, LDAP, multifactor authentication - Supports certificate deployment using Apple iOS and AnyConnect integrated SCEP - Compatible with Apple iOS Connect On Demand VPN capability for automatic VPN connections when required by an application - Policies can be preconfigured or configured locally, and can be automatically updated from the VPN headend - Access to internal IPv4 and IPv6 network resources - Administrator-controlled split / full tunneling network access policy - Per App VPN (TCP and UDP) - MDM controlled If you are an end-user and have any issues or concerns, please contact your organization’s support department. If you are a System Administrator having difficulties configuring or utilizing the Application, please contact your designated support point of contact. Release Notes: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/security/anyconnect-secure-mobility-client/products-release-notes-list.html User Guide: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/security/anyconnect-secure-mobility-client/products-user-guide-list.html End user license: https://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en_us/about/doing_business/legal/seula/anyconnect-SEULA-v4x.pdf
Go 13.0 Work Management
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Go Work Management provides real-time, secure access to AiM Work Management data for field users via an application optimized specifically for iOS devices. Maintenance and operations crew will have valuable information in the field at their fingertips. Key Benefits • Connectivity directly into your AiM system improves real-time data sharing. • Quick and easy access to daily assignments • Real-time creation of time entries by activity and user via embedded stopwatch • Reduce paperwork and improve accuracy • Request and record material usage • Improve operational efficiencies and reduce rework How It Works Go Work Management integrates with the AiM Operations & Maintenance license to connect your mobile maintenance field technicians with the central hub of your operations. From an iOS device the technician is able to view daily assignments, manage work done on phases, enter follow-up work requests, enter time cards, request inventory and track use of shop stock. AssetWorks (Facilities Division) is a leading supplier of Facility Management Software for large public sector organizations including college and university campuses as well as state and local government. As a key element in the ReADY-AiM-Go Integrated Workplace Management System, the Go family of mobile apps put the power of AiM into the hands of your mobile facilities workforce.AssetWorks (Facilities Division) is a leading supplier of Facility Management Software for large public sector organizations including college and university campuses as well as state and local government. As a key element in the ReADY-AiM-Go Integrated Workplace Management System, the Go family of mobile apps put the power of AiM into the hands of your mobile facilities workforce.
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Verdict
Cisco Secure Client and Go 13.0 Work Management are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Cisco Secure Client | Go 13.0 Work Management |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.9 (2.1K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 31.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.1K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cisco | AssetWorks |
Bugs and requests
Cisco Secure Client
Reported bugs
5 issues- Cannot connect after update
- App crashes when selecting server
- Cannot import certificates
- Incompatible with iOS 12/13/14
- Disconnects frequently
Requested features
4 requests- Save password option
- Dark mode
- Face ID/Touch ID support
- Ability to change server/port
Go 13.0 Work Management
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Cisco Secure Client
No in-app purchases
Go 13.0 Work Management
No in-app purchases






