pfSense vs. OPNsense: Which Firewall is Best for You?
When I first wrote this pfSense vs. OPNsense comparison in 2024, my conclusion was that you could pick either firewall and be happy. That's still true, but it isn't the…
OPNsense Hardware (2026): Best Picks and How Much You Need
The best OPNsense hardware for most people is a fanless four-port box with Intel 2.5GbE ports, and the Protectli Vault V1410 is the one I'd point you to first. The…
How to Set Up DDNS on OPNsense
This tutorial will look at how to set up DDNS on OPNsense. There are many different DDNS providers you can use on OPNsense and if you own a domain, you…
How to Set Up Tailscale on OPNsense
In this article, we will look at how to set up Tailscale on OPNsense. Tailscale is a zero-configuration VPN, which means that without any port forwarding, you'll be able to…
OPNsense vs. OpenWrt in 2026: Which One I’d Run
I've run OPNsense as a VM on my Proxmox server, I ran pfSense on dedicated hardware for a few years, and I've flashed OpenWrt onto a few routers over the…
How to Set Up a VLAN in OPNsense
This tutorial will look at how to set up a VLAN in OPNsense. VLANs (Virtual LANs) in OPNsense are a way to separate traffic on your local network. In most…
How to Port Forward in OPNsense
In this tutorial, we're going to look at how to port forward in OPNsense. If you're new to OPNsense, port forwarding might be slightly confusing. Especially if you're coming from…
How to Set Up WireGuard in OPNsense
In this tutorial, we're going to look at how to set up WireGuard in OPNsense. WireGuard is a fairly new VPN protocol that is fast, simple, and lean when compared…
How to Install OPNsense in Proxmox
In this tutorial, we're going to look at how to install OPNsense in Proxmox. OPNsense is an open-source firewall and router developed by Deciso. OPNsense is extremely powerful; many people…