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Expose vs Microsoft Dev Tunnels: catalog facts
ExposeMicrosoft Dev Tunnels
Freemium

Free to try, with paid Pro plans for more features.

Free

The CLI is free to install; usage terms are described in Microsoft's documentation.

Command line Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line
  • Works through firewalls and VPNs
  • Receives webhooks on a local machine
  • Access control over who can reach a tunnel
  • Group policy support for organizations
  • Hosted tunnels depend on the Beyond Code service
  • Some features require a paid Pro plan
  • Traffic is relayed through Microsoft's service
  • Proprietary
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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