Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (BSD-3-Clause)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- Steam




Netmaker is described as 'Tool for creating and managing virtual networks. Netmaker consists of a server, an agent, and a UI. You spin up the Netmaker server and then install netclient (the agent) on your computers. Netmaker will do the rest' and is a VPN service in the security & privacy category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Netmaker for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Netmaker alternative is Tailscale, which is free. Other great apps like Netmaker are Rayfish, NetBird, ZeroTier and Nostr VPN.




Chisel is a fast TCP/UDP tunnel, transported over HTTP, secured via SSH. Single executable including both client and server. Written in Go (golang). Chisel is mainly useful for passing through firewalls, though it can also be used to provide a secure endpoint into your network.

Cyolo introduces the first real zero-trust solution, a safer architecture that allows organizations to securely connect their internal, remote and third-party users to their working environments.
Tailcat connects machines over an encrypted connection, even when they’re on different networks. No accounts, login flow, tailnets, or IP addresses. Just share a tailcat address and connect.


