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VeePN vs Tailscale

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

VeePN

5.0
Security & Privacy

VPN client

Tailscale

9.0
Security & Privacy

Mesh VPN based on WireGuard

Metric VeePN Tailscale
Category Security & Privacy Security & Privacy
AI Score 5.0 9.0
30-day Installs 5 15.8K
90-day Installs 5 49.9K
365-day Installs 20 84.1K
Version 2.3.24 1.96.5
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated No No
GitHub Stars 1 29.3K
GitHub Forks - 2.3K
Open Issues - 4.1K
License BSD-3-Clause
Language HTML Go
Last GitHub Commit 1y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Mar 10, 2021 Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

VeePN

VeePN is a lightweight VPN client designed for users seeking basic privacy protection while browsing. It offers essential VPN features without advanced customization, making it suitable for casual users who prioritize simplicity.

VeePN connects users to VPN servers to protect their internet privacy and anonymity.

Pros

  • + Lightweight and easy to use
  • + Provides basic privacy protection
  • + No advanced configuration required

Cons

  • - Lack of auto-updates
  • - Inactive development and community engagement

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