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Sidestep vs Tailscale
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Sidestep
6.0Tailscale
9.0Mesh VPN based on WireGuard
| Metric | Sidestep | Tailscale |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 9.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 2 | 15.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 3 | 49.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 19 | 84.1K |
| Version | 1.4.1 | 1.96.5 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 284 | 29.3K |
| GitHub Forks | 31 | 2.3K |
| Open Issues | 27 | 4.1K |
| License | MIT | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | Objective-C | Go |
| Last GitHub Commit | 12y ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Sidestep
Sidestep is a macOS app that secures your internet connection by creating an SSH tunnel for unprotected Wi-Fi networks, ideal for users concerned about network security in public spaces.
Creates an SSH tunnel to secure internet connections in public Wi-Fi networks.
Pros
- + Provides a secure connection via SSH tunneling.
- + Open-source under MIT license.
- + Low resource usage.
Cons
- - No active development since 2013.
- - Open GitHub issues indicate potential instability.
Tailscale
Tailscale is a mesh VPN built on WireGuard, offering secure and easy-to-use networking for developers and remote teams. It provides features like 2FA and seamless device-to-device communication, making it ideal for those needing secure network setups.
Creates a secure, encrypted network allowing devices to communicate as if on the same local network.
Pros
- + Ease of use and setup for secure networking
- + Integration with WireGuard and support for 2FA
- + Strong community and developer support
Cons
- - Learning curve for networking concepts
- - Occasional compatibility issues with specific applications like Safari