Moonlight vs WG-Easy
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted remote access & vpn options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Moonlight
Open-source game streaming client for low-latency desktops
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WG-Easy
The easiest way to run WireGuard VPN with a web UI
| Feature | Moonlight | WG-Easy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Remote Access & VPN | Remote Access & VPN |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 18,184 | ★ 26,595 |
| First released | 2015 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Parsec, Steam Remote Play | OpenVPN Access Server |
Why pick each one
Choose Moonlight if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Mature project with 18.2k GitHub stars
- Written in C++
Frequently asked questions
Is Moonlight or WG-Easy better?
Neither is universally better. WG-Easy has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Moonlight and WG-Easy free and open-source?
Yes. Moonlight is licensed under GPL-3.0 and WG-Easy under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Moonlight and WG-Easy with Docker?
Moonlight: check the project docs for container support. WG-Easy: yes.