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RADIUSdesk
Simplified RADIUS Management
Modern front-end to FreeRADIUS for effortless administration.
Data Usage & Time Management
Set limits and manage data usage and time constraints for users and devices.
Bandwidth Control
Allocate bandwidth per user or device to optimize network performance.
Visitor Management
Generate vouchers for visitors and manage access with ease.
Network Insights
Monitor network usage in real-time for data-driven decisions.
BYOD Support
Seamlessly manage Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) scenarios.
Visual Analytics
Utilize detailed usage graphs and charts to optimize network performance.
Customizable Captive Portal
Tailor login pages to your brand and requirements.
Streamlined Profiles
Easily create and manage user profiles for efficient access control.
API Integration
Leverage the power of APIs for custom integrations and automations.
Fully Open Source:
Fully open source, ensuring transparency and community-driven development (https://github.com/RADIUSdesk).
Features of RADIUSdesk
Similar to
| Proprietary | Open Source |
|---|---|
| DMA Radius Manager | daloRADIUS |
| Datatill | OpenWISP |
| Splynx |
MESHdesk
Unified Mesh Management
Streamline your mesh network management with MESHdesk's intuitive central dashboard.
Multi-Standard Support
Compatible with Wi-Fi 3/4/5/6 (a/g/n/ac/ax) and capable of handling hardware with up to three radios.
Mesh Protocol Flexibility
Leverages batman-adv and 802.11s/ad-hoc for robust mesh networking.
OpenWrt Foundation
Built on top of OpenWrt 23.05.x, ensuring a stable and secure foundation.
Hardware Freedom
Prevents vendor lock-in, giving you the flexibility to choose your preferred hardware.
Visualize Your Mesh
Detailed visuals of mesh nodes and signal strengths, integrated with Open Street Map for geographic context.
Remote Configuration
Easily configure and manage all nodes remotely, without the need for on-site interventions.
Real-Time Insights
Monitor your mesh network in real-time, ensuring optimal performance and quick issue resolution.
Scheduling Made Easy
Intuitive scheduling features for effortless network maintenance and updates.
Fully Open Source
Benefit from the transparency, customizability, and community-driven development of open-source software.
(https://github.com/RADIUSdesk)
Features of MESHdesk and APdesk
Similar to
| Proprietary | Open Source |
|---|---|
| Meraki | LibreMesh |
| Openmesh/Datto | OpenWISP |
| Plasma Cloud |
APdesk
Unified AP Management
Streamline your Access Point management with APdesk's intuitive central dashboard.
Multi-Standard Support
Compatible with Wi-Fi 3/4/5/6 (a/g/n/ac/ax) and capable of handling hardware with up to three radios.
OpenWrt Foundation
Built on top of OpenWrt 23.05.x, ensuring a stable and secure foundation.
Hardware Freedom
Prevents vendor lock-in, giving you the flexibility to choose your preferred hardware.
Visualize Your Network
Detailed visuals of Access Points and client signal strengths, integrated with Open Street Map for geographic context.
Remote Configuration
Easily configure and manage all hardware remotely, without the need for on-site interventions.
Real-Time Insights
Monitor your network in real-time, ensuring optimal performance and quick issue resolution.
Scheduling Made Easy
Intuitive scheduling features for effortless network maintenance and updates.
Time Savings
Reduce the time spent on managing your Access Points
Improved Network Performance
Optimize your network with real-time monitoring and scheduling
Increased Security
Benefit from the security features of OpenWrt and APdesk
Customizability
Tailor APdesk to your specific needs with ease
Fully Open Source
Benefit from the transparency, customizability, and community-driven development of open-source software.
(https://github.com/RADIUSdesk)
Features of MESHdesk and APdesk
Similar to
| Proprietary | Open Source |
|---|---|
| UniFi | OpenWISP |
| Ignitenet | |
| Mimosa |
About Us
For over a decade, RADIUSdesk has been a beacon of reliability and performance in the industry, outlasting many similar projects. Its enduring success is a testament to its robustness and adaptability. Today, RADIUSdesk is trusted by organizations worldwide to provide internet access to thousands of users daily.
The journey began in 2010 when Dirk van der Walt authored the FreeRADIUS Beginners Guide for Packt Publishing. Building on this expertise, he founded RADIUSdesk in 2012, combining modern design principles with his deep understanding of FreeRADIUS.
The success of RADIUSdesk led to the development of MESHdesk in 2013, a groundbreaking open-source alternative to Meraki and OpenMesh with Cloudtrax. MESHdesk's innovative approach has made it a popular choice for mesh network management.
In response to the growing demand for access point management, APdesk was added to the family, providing a tailored solution for OpenWrt-based access points that don't require mesh networking.
Throughout the years, our commitment to innovation and improvement has ensured that RADIUSdesk, MESHdesk, and APdesk continue to work seamlessly with the latest versions of all components involved. Our dedication to open-source principles and community-driven development has fostered a loyal following and solidified our position as a leader in the industry.