Sliver 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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Sliver
Open-source cross-platform adversary emulation framework
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WG-Easy
The easiest way to run WireGuard VPN with a web UI
| Feature | Sliver | WG-Easy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Remote Access & VPN | Remote Access & VPN |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 11,648 | ★ 26,595 |
| First released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Cobalt Strike | OpenVPN Access Server |
Why pick each one
Choose Sliver if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Mature project with 11.6k GitHub stars
- Written in Go
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Sliver or WG-Easy better?
WG-Easy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Sliver if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Sliver and WG-Easy free and open-source?
Yes. Sliver 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 Sliver and WG-Easy with Docker?
Sliver: check the project docs for container support. WG-Easy: yes.