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

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