Outline VPN
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VisitOutline VPN vs Tailscale
What both publish
| Fact | Outline VPN | Tailscale |
|---|---|---|
| Encryption | Outline says it encrypts device-to-server communications using the AEAD 256-bit Chacha2020 IETF Poly 1305 cipher. | Tailscale says its WireGuard-based connections are end-to-end encrypted and that it cannot read users’ traffic. |
| Founded | 2018 | 2019 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
Outline VPN plans
- Outline softwareFree
Tailscale plans
- PersonalFree
- Standard$8 a month
- Premium$18 a month
- Additional tagged resources$1 a month
- Add more tagged resources$1 a month
- Mullvad add-on$5 a month
Pick Outline VPN if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Tailscale if…
Tailscale suits individuals setting up a home VPN or homelab, as well as teams that need to control access between users and devices. The Personal plan is limited to non-commercial use.