OpenWrt
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VisitOpenWrt vs VyOS
What both publish
| Fact | OpenWrt | VyOS |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 | 2013 |
| Intended users | OpenWrt says users should know GNU/Linux and basic networking concepts before installing it. | The Alliance subscription is aimed at IT service providers, including managed service providers, cloud service providers, system integrators, consultancies, and IT outsourcers. |
| Product | OpenWrt is a Linux operating system for embedded devices, typically wireless routers. | VyOS is an open-source networking operating system for bare-metal, cloud, and edge deployments. |
| Support | The project says support may be provided voluntarily by developers and users, but is not guaranteed. | Subscriptions provide access to VyOS network engineers through a support portal, with committed response times and additional channels or technical account management at higher support levels. |
OpenWrt plans
- OpenWrtFree
- OpenWrt free softwareFree
VyOS plans
- Corporate—
- Global—
- Corporate (5-year commitment)$8,000 a year
- Corporate (3-year commitment)$9,000 a year
- Corporate (annual)$10,000 a year
- Global (5-year commitment)$12,800 a year
Pick OpenWrt if…
OpenWrt suits users customizing embedded devices who are comfortable with GNU/Linux and basic networking. Check the hardware support list and device resources before installing.
Pick VyOS if…
VyOS suits teams that need configurable routing, VPN, firewall, and NAT capabilities across bare-metal, virtualized, cloud, or edge systems. Its Alliance subscription is aimed at IT service providers, including managed service providers and system integrators.