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Defguard vs EasyTier

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DefguardEasyTier
LanguageRustRust
LicenceOtherLGPL-3.0
Stars2.9k14k
Latestv2.1.1v2.6.4
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 31 days between releasestoo few releases
Active contributors7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days19 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Tailscale. Alternatives to Tailscale →

    PartialDefguardWireGuard VPN with MFA and a built-in OpenID provider; clients connect through gateways rather than a mesh.

    Full replacementEasyTierDecentralised mesh VPN with NAT traversal and an optional self-hosted web console.