Port Knocker vs WG Tunnel
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
Port Knocker
A basic port knocker client. Also includes a widget and the ability to choose an application to launch after knocking.
WG Tunnel
WG Tunnel is a WireGuard VPN client that strikes the balance between simplicity and robustness, making it the ideal client for casual and power users alike. Whether you simply want to automate when you're connected to your VPN or you're a power user with advanced privacy use cases, WG Tunnel has you covered.Auto-Tunneling: Automatically activate tunnels based on Wi-Fi SSID, Ethernet connections, or mobile data networks.Split Tunneling: Flexible support for routing specific apps or traffic through the VPN.App Modes: Support for multiple tunnel modes, including standard VPN, kernel, lockdown (custom kill switch), and proxy modes.AmneziaWG Integration: Full support for AmneziaWG, providing robust censorship evasion.Proxying Options: Built-in HTTP and SOCKS5 proxy support allowing third-party apps to tunnel their traffic.Quick Controls: Quick Settings tile and home screen shortcuts for easy toggling actions.Automation Support: Intent-based automation for controlling tunnels and auto-tunneling.Dynamic DNS Handling: Detects and updates DNS changes without tunnel restarts.Monitoring Tools: Advanced tunnel monitoring features for tunnel performance monitoring.Android TV Support: Android TV support for nearly all app features.
| Feature | Port Knocker | WG Tunnel |
|---|---|---|
| License | Apache-2.0 | MIT |
| Install sources | F-DroidGitHub | GitHubIzzyOnDroid |
| Categories | Password ManagerBrowser | Password ManagerBrowser |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
| Website | ||
| Source code |