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DD-WRT vs FreshTomato: catalog facts
DD-WRTFreshTomato
Free

Free, open-source firmware.

Free

Free and open source under the GPL, supported by donations.

Self-hosted Self-hosted
  • Adds VPN support to consumer routers
  • QoS controls for prioritising network traffic
  • WireGuard and OpenVPN built in
  • Advanced QoS and bandwidth monitoring
  • Only works on supported router models
  • Replacing router firmware can make the device unusable if it goes wrong
  • Only works on routers with Broadcom chipsets
  • Flashing firmware carries a risk of bricking the router
Operating system Operating system
Open source Open source
License not stated License: GPL
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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