WG-Easy vs ZeroTier
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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WG-Easy
The easiest way to run WireGuard VPN with a web UI
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ZeroTier
Global virtual network for connecting devices anywhere
| Feature | WG-Easy | ZeroTier |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Remote Access & VPN | Remote Access & VPN |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | BSL-1.1 |
| Language | TypeScript | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | docker | binary, docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 26,595 | ★ 16,988 |
| First released | 2021 | 2014 |
| Replaces | OpenVPN Access Server | Tailscale |
Why pick each one
Choose ZeroTier if…
- Released under the BSL-1.1 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 17k GitHub stars
- Written in C++
Frequently asked questions
Is WG-Easy or ZeroTier better?
WG-Easy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider ZeroTier if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are WG-Easy and ZeroTier free and open-source?
Yes. WG-Easy is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and ZeroTier under BSL-1.1. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run WG-Easy and ZeroTier with Docker?
WG-Easy: yes. ZeroTier: yes.