NetBird
NetBird provides an open-source, WireGuard-based overlay network combined with Zero Trust Network Access.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Secure, self-configuring overlay network with Zero Trust access
Who should look elsewhere
Advanced features like MDM/EDR controls and SIEM streaming are only available in higher-tier plans
Pros
- +Eliminates complex VPN gateways and firewall configurations
- +Offers granular network segmentation and access control
- +Integrates with existing Identity Providers for SSO and MFA
- +Supports dynamic device posture checks for enhanced security
- +Provides a unified platform for managing diverse network resources
Cons
- −Advanced features like MDM/EDR controls and SIEM streaming are only available in higher-tier plans
- −Requires some technical understanding for on-premise deployment and custom integrations
- −The free tier is limited to 5 users and 100 machines
Key features
- ✓Secure Remote Access with least privilege
- ✓Zero-Config Deployment across multiple platforms
- ✓Seamless SSO with MFA integration (Okta, Microsoft, Google)
- ✓Dynamic Posture Checks for device security rules (firewall, antivirus, geo-location)
- ✓Centralized Network Management with intuitive grouping and DNS configuration
- ✓Detailed Activity Logging for network events and configuration changes
- ✓IdP provisioning (SCIM)
- ✓Audit events logging
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | month | up to 5 users; 100 machines; P2P connections & encryption |
| Team | $5 | month · per seat | unlimited users; 100 machines + 10 per user; Everything in Free, plus: |
| Business | $10 | month · per seat | unlimited users; 100 machines + 10 per user; Everything in Team, plus: |
| Enterprise | — | month | unlimited users; unlimited machines; Everything in Business, plus: |