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Headscale vs ZeroTier

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HeadscaleZeroTier
LanguageGoC++
LicenceBSD-3-ClauseOther
Stars44k17k
Latestv0.29.41.16.2
Last push2026-10-062026-09-03
Release cadenceabout 20 days between releasesabout 153 days between releases
Active contributors20 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Tailscale. Alternatives to Tailscale →

    PartialHeadscaleA self-hosted Tailscale control server, used with the official Tailscale clients, for a single tailnet.

    Full replacementZeroTierVirtual network managed through a hosted or self-run controller.