doxx.net vs ZeroTier
doxx.net combines private networking, communications, and agent controls. ZeroTier connects existing devices and applications through virtual Ethernet.
At a glance
- doxx.net is a private network for devices, services, and AI agents. It combines private access, internet routing, DNS controls, calls, messaging, and file sharing.
- ZeroTier connects devices and sites through virtual Ethernet. It supports local-network behavior, including broadcast and multicast, with controller-authorized membership.
Key differences at a glance
Hosted exits included
Included exit locations
Essentials and Pro; select a location in the app.
Your own gateway host
Configure and maintain the exit node.
Built-in DNS filtering
Malware, ad, and tracker filters
Included in Essentials and Pro.
Your own DNS resolver
Configure filtering on a separate DNS service.
Calls and chat with contacts
Private calls and messaging
Talk directly with your contacts.
Separate communication apps
Connections, files, and agents
Private connections
Private names and certificates
Included with Essentials and Pro.
Virtual Ethernet
Connect devices, networks, and applications.
Account and access
Account token; no email required
Device-level permissions.
Controller-authorized devices
File sharing
Send files to contacts
Separate file-sharing apps
Agent controls
API + MCP network controls
Separate Agent Gateway contact permissions.
Network-management API
New Central; Essential plan or above.
Setup
Install the app
Optional Agent Gateway needs a running host and agent.
Clients, routes, and gateways
Maintain any gateways you deploy.
Built into doxx.net
Private connections
Connect authorized devices to named private services on either paid plan.
View private networking
Calls, messages, and files
Communicate with people through the same private network.
View calls and chat
Internet and DNS controls
Choose your exit location and filter unwanted domains.
View DNS protection
Agent access and controls
Give authorized agents network access and private communication.
View agent controlsPlans and pricing
Free includes ongoing mesh calls, chat, and file sharing. New accounts also include a 30-day Pro trial with no payment card required.
Free plan
Free · $0, ongoing
3 devices. Mesh calls, chat, and file sharing.
Personal · $0
10 devices, 1 network. Non-commercial use.
Entry paid plan
Essentials · $6/month
5 device + 1 agent seats. Or $60/year.
Essential · $18/month
10 devices, 10 networks. Extra devices: $2/month each.
Advanced paid plan
Pro · $16/month
8 device + 5 agent seats. Or $160/year.
Scale · $179/month
100 devices; unlimited networks. Extra devices: $1.80/month each.
Why doxx.net?
Keep services private
Connect authorized devices using private names and certificates on Essentials or Pro.
Connect and communicate
Private calls, messages, and files, alongside your network connections.
Control agent access
Manage permitted network settings through API and MCP. Grant Agent Gateway contact permissions separately.
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Which fits the way you work?
Connect an existing application
doxx.net Essentials and Pro connect devices to private services by name. ZeroTier supports applications that discover devices through local-network broadcast and multicast.
Choose an internet exit
Choose a doxx.net exit location in the app. With ZeroTier, configure routing and IP forwarding on a gateway you operate.
Automate network management
doxx.net provides API and MCP network controls for authorized agents. ZeroTier New Central offers a service-account API on Essential and higher plans.
Frequently asked questions
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Start your private network.
Connect your devices, services, and agents on one private network.