Headscale

Headscale

Juan Font
LightMesh

LightMesh

Tidal LightMesh
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About

Headscale is an open-source, self-hosted implementation of the control server used by the Tailscale network, enabling users to keep full ownership of their private tailnets while using Tailscale clients. It supports registering users and nodes, issuing pre-authentication keys, advertising subnet-routes and exit-node capabilities, enforcing access-control lists, and integrating with OIDC/SAML identity providers for user authentication. The server is deployable via Debian/Ubuntu packages or standalone binaries, configurable through a YAML file, and managed via its CLI or REST API. Headscale tracks each node, route, and user in its database, supports route approval workflows, and enables features such as subnet routing, exit node designation, and node-to-node mesh within the tailnet. Being self-hosted, it gives organizations and hobbyists full control over their private network endpoints, encryption keys, and traffic flows, rather than depending on a commercial control plane.

About

Tidal LightMesh IPAM simplifies IP address management with visual subnet mapping, automated discovery, Microsoft DHCP synchronization, and bulk imports, eliminating spreadsheets. TreeView visualization and detailed IP insights provide a clear network overview, allowing users to navigate subnets and drill into individual addresses instantly. With real-time capacity alerts, Nmap integration, global search, and DHCP lease visibility, LightMesh improves network visibility and control. Audit trails, rollback options, and API integrations enhance automation, while role-based access control and team collaboration improve security. LightMesh integrates with AWS, Azure, and Windows DHCP, streamlining cloud, hybrid, and on-prem network management from one interface. Bulk subnet imports with custom field mapping simplify migration and onboarding. Designed for businesses of all sizes, LightMesh delivers scalable IPAM to help teams plan, monitor, audit, and optimize network infrastructure.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

System administrators and hobbyist self-hosters wanting a tool to build and control a secure, self-managed VPN/mesh network using Tailscale clients

Audience

Trusted by IT leaders, network architects, cloud teams, network operations, and managed service providers, LightMesh delivers a powerful, automated IPAM solution for managing subnets, DHCP visibility, cloud resources, and infrastructure at scale.

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Free
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$35 USD per month
Free Forever - 1 user, <1,000 IPs, limits apply
Pro Plan - $35/month or $385/year
Team - $249/month or $2,739/year
Enterprise Plan - Customized Pricing
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Intuitive User Interface: One of the standout features of LightMesh IPAM is its clean, user-friendly interface. The platform is designed with both novice and experienced network administrators in mind, making it easy to navigate and configure IP address allocations. The dashboard offers a clear view of your IP address pools, subnets, and network infrastructure, giving you everything you need at a glance. Scalability: LightMesh IPAM is highly scalable, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're managing a small office network or a global enterprise, the software adapts to your needs, providing an efficient solution as your network grows. Advanced Features: LightMesh IPAM doesn’t just handle basic IP address management. It comes with advanced features such as automated IP address assignment, real-time IP address tracking, and detailed reporting. These features streamline network management and significantly reduce the potential for human error, helping maintain optimal network performance.

Cons

  • Limited Customization in Certain Areas: While the tool is highly customizable in many aspects, some users have pointed out that there are areas where additional customization options could be beneficial—particularly in reports or notifications. This is not a major limitation, but it's worth noting for those with very specific requirements.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Juan Font
Netherlands
headscale.net/stable/

Company Information

Tidal LightMesh
Founded: 2012
Canada
tidalcloud.com/lightmesh/

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Categories

Categories

Integrations

Debian
Microsoft 365
Ubuntu
YAML

Integrations

Debian
Microsoft 365
Ubuntu
YAML
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