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Description
Headscale serves as an open-source, self-managed version of the control server utilized by the Tailscale network, allowing users to maintain complete ownership of their private tailnets while employing Tailscale clients. It offers capabilities for registering users and nodes, generating pre-authentication keys, advertising subnet routes and exit nodes, enforcing access controls, and integrating with identity providers like OIDC/SAML for user authentication. The server can be deployed using Debian/Ubuntu packages or as standalone binaries and is configurable through a YAML file, with management options available via its command-line interface or REST API. Headscale maintains a comprehensive database that tracks each node, route, and user, supports workflows for route approvals, and offers features such as subnet routing, the designation of exit nodes, and direct node-to-node connections within the tailnet. By being self-hosted, it empowers organizations and enthusiasts to retain complete control over their private network endpoints, encryption keys, and traffic flows, eliminating reliance on a commercial control plane. This level of control not only enhances security but also provides flexibility for users to customize their networking solutions according to their specific needs.
Description
Tidal LightMesh IPAM provides network and infrastructure teams with a modern system of record for IP address space across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. Its scale-able architecture supports complex distributed networks, including environments with millions of IPs, thousands of locations, overlapping address spaces, and multiple routing zones.
LightMesh combines visual IPAM with automated discovery. TreeView mapping, IPv4/IPv6 management, subnet planning, conflict detection, global search, and capacity monitoring provide a clear view of network resources. Microsoft DHCP synchronization brings servers, scopes, leases, reservations, and lease history into IPAM, while scheduled ICMP Ping Sweeps help identify active hosts. AWS, Azure, Cisco Meraki, and Nmap integrations extend visibility across cloud and network infrastructure.
An API-first architecture supports automation and integration with infrastructure workflows such as Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD, and security tooling. SSO, role-based access controls, Requestor workflows, detailed audit history, custom schemas, and multi-site management provide additional governance for enterprise teams.
LightMesh is available as SaaS or self-hosted for organizations that require greater control over deployment and data.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
Yes
Integrations
Debian
Yes
Google
No
Microsoft 365
No
Okta
No
Slack
No
Ubuntu
Yes
YAML
Yes
Integrations
Debian
No
Google
Yes
Microsoft 365
Yes
Okta
Yes
Slack
Yes
Ubuntu
No
YAML
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$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
Pro Plan - $35/month or $385/year
Team - $249/month or $2,739/year
Enterprise Plan - Customized Pricing
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Juan Font
Country
Netherlands
Website
headscale.net/stable/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Tidal LightMesh
Founded
2012
Country
Canada
Website
tidalcloud.com/lightmesh/