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Tailscale vs ProtonVPN
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Tailscale
9.0Mesh VPN based on WireGuard
ProtonVPN
7.5VPN client focusing on security
| Metric | Tailscale | ProtonVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 9.0 | 7.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 15.9K | 1.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 49.9K | 5.6K |
| 365-day Installs | 83.6K | 19.2K |
| Version | 1.96.5 | 6.5.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 29.3K | 3.4K |
| GitHub Forks | 2.3K | 445 |
| Open Issues | 4.1K | 78 |
| License | BSD-3-Clause | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | Kotlin |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Apr 25, 2018 |
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
ProtonVPN
ProtonVPN is a security-focused VPN client offering open-source transparency, WireGuard support, and partnerships with major browsers. Ideal for users prioritizing privacy and security.
Provides a VPN service with a focus on security and privacy.
Pros
- + Open-source with transparent audits
- + WireGuard protocol support
- + Partnerships with Mozilla and Firefox
- + Strong focus on security and privacy
- + Active development and updates
Cons
- - MacOS app details sourced from Android repo
- - Outstanding DNS leak issue