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FreshTomato vs OpenWrt: catalog facts
FreshTomato	OpenWrt
Free Free and open source under the GPL, supported by donations.	Free Free and open source.
Self-hosted	Linux
WireGuard and OpenVPN built in Advanced QoS and bandwidth monitoring	Replaces stock firmware with a configurable Linux system Gives new capabilities to existing consumer routers
Only works on routers with Broadcom chipsets Flashing firmware carries a risk of bricking the router	Only runs on supported devices Installing firmware carries a risk of bricking the router
Operating system	Operating system
Open source	Open source
License: GPL	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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