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Eddie vs OpenVPN Connect: catalog facts
Eddie	OpenVPN Connect
Free Free and open source under GPLv3; the AirVPN service itself is separate.	Free The client is a free download; the servers it connects to may be paid products.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Command line	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Network lock and leak prevention Works with other OpenVPN or WireGuard providers, not only AirVPN	Official client, maintained by OpenVPN Inc. Imports standard .ovpn profiles
Tunnel over SSH or SSL requires an AirVPN subscription Interface and defaults are oriented around AirVPN	Needs a server or profile from an OpenVPN provider or IT team Geared towards OpenVPN's commercial Access Server and CloudConnexa products
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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