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Nebula vs Netmaker

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NebulaNetmaker
LanguageGoGo
LicenceMITOther
Stars18k12k
Latestv1.11.2v1.7.0
Last push2026-10-052026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 30 days between releasesabout 62 days between releases
Active contributors8 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Tailscale. Alternatives to Tailscale →

    PartialNebulaCertificate-based overlay network with lighthouses you run, configured by files rather than an admin console.

    Full replacementNetmakerWireGuard mesh with its own clients, a management server and access controls.