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Expose vs localhost.run: catalog facts
Expose	localhost.run
Freemium Free to try, with paid Pro plans for more features.	Freemium Free tunnels with random domains; custom domains cost $9 per month billed annually.
Command line	Command line
Works through firewalls and VPNs Receives webhooks on a local machine	Works with the standard SSH client, nothing to install No sign-up for free tunnels
Hosted tunnels depend on the Beyond Code service Some features require a paid Pro plan	Free domains are not stable between sessions Custom domains require a paid subscription
Downloadable app, Hosted service	Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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