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Eddie vs WireGuard: catalog facts
EddieWireGuard
Free

Free and open source under GPLv3; the AirVPN service itself is separate.

Free

Free software. WireGuard is a protocol and a set of clients, not a subscription service…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Command line
  • Network lock and leak prevention
  • Works with other OpenVPN or WireGuard providers, not only AirVPN
  • Connections are made by exchanging public keys, in the same way as SSH keys
  • Designed to be implemented in very few lines of code and to be easy to audit
  • Tunnel over SSH or SSL requires an AirVPN subscription
  • Interface and defaults are oriented around AirVPN
  • It is plumbing, not a product: you need a server endpoint, from your own machine or a provider
  • Each peer needs a static tunnel IP address, configured by hand or by another tool
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-3.0 License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Needs internet Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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