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Tailscale vs NordVPN
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Tailscale
9.0Mesh VPN based on WireGuard
NordVPN
6.5VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
| Metric | Tailscale | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 9.0 | 6.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 15.9K | 1.2K |
| 90-day Installs | 49.9K | 3.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 83.6K | 13.0K |
| Version | 1.96.5 | 10.1.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 29.3K | 85 |
| GitHub Forks | 2.3K | 13 |
| Open Issues | 4.1K | 18 |
| License | BSD-3-Clause | MIT |
| Language | Go | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 4y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Jul 11, 2016 |
Reviews
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
NordVPN
NordVPN is a VPN client offering secure internet access and private browsing. It provides features such as a killswitch and server randomization, making it ideal for users who prioritize online privacy.
Enables secure internet browsing by connecting through NordVPN's network.
Pros
- + Auto-updates for security
- + Killswitch feature
- + Server randomization
Cons
- - Moderate GitHub activity
- - Issues with features when auto-renew is disabled