I switched from pfSense to OPNsense, and I'm happy with the upgrade
The author transitioned from using pfSense to OPNsense for their home network firewall setup, citing dissatisfaction with pfSense's interface and recent controversies. They found OPNsense's web user interface more modern and user-friendly, enhancing their overall experience. While not claiming OPNsense is superior in every aspect, the author expresses strong satisfaction with the switch.
- ▪The author previously used a pfSense virtual machine on their Network-Attached Storage server.
- ▪OPNsense is noted for its sleek web UI and faster update cycles compared to pfSense.
- ▪The switch was influenced by growing criticism of pfSense and positive impressions of OPNsense.
- ▪OPNsense originated as a fork of pfSense, sharing the same foundational codebase.
- ▪The author highlights improved usability and interface design as key benefits of OPNsense.
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