Side by side
LocalXpose vs PageKite
Both stand on reverse proxy software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
LocalXpose provides multiple tunnel protocols, traffic controls, and both command-line and graphical interfaces. The free plan has notable tunnel and time limits; PRO raises the tunnel allowance to 10 and is billed annually.
Visit LocalXpose Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4
PageKite combines tunneled access, domain options, TLS features, and several relay regions for exposing local services. Check current availability and tier quotas before choosing a plan.
Visit PageKiteThe facts
| LocalXpose | PageKite | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | PRO: $8 a month | Pay What You Want: $3 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | localxpose.io | pagekite.net |
| On reverse proxy software | #11 of 33 | #15 of 33 |
LocalXpose: what it does well
- Supports HTTP, HTTPS, WebSockets, TCP, TLS, and UDP.
- All plans include authentication, rate limiting, and IP whitelisting.
- Can inspect, modify, and replay webhook payloads.
- Custom domains can use automatic Let's Encrypt certificates.
What to know first
- Free Starter is limited to two active HTTP or HTTPS tunnels.
- Starter includes time limits and an interstitial warning page.
- PRO is billed annually at $96.00 USD.
- Enterprise pricing is custom and not listed.
PageKite: what it does well
- Supports HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, and other TCP protocols
- Single-command setup with pagekite.py
- Automatic selection among listed relay locations
- Open-source software under AGPLv3 or later
- Free plan and 31-day trial available
What to know first
- New subscriptions are temporarily unavailable
- Traffic and account quotas vary by subscription tier
- Relay metadata may be logged for up to seven days
- Website and error logs may be kept up to three months
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