ZeroTier One vs MeshGrid

ZeroTier One for iOS allows you to join ZeroTier virtual networks as VPN connections on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch. ZeroTier creates secure peer-to-peer virtual Ethernet networks that work anywhere. Skip the VPN hassles. Connect hybrid clouds, remote teams, and IoT devices directly with no hardware required. ZeroTier One provides virtual network endpoint functionality for iOS devices. Getting started takes seconds: Just tap '+', enter your network ID and name, and then click ‘join network.’ (Once a network is added you can also join it via the iOS VPN control panel. It will appear there as an available VPN connection.) You can only join one ZeroTier network at once due to an iOS limitation of one VPN connection per network extension app. The app allows you to add multiple networks but if you flip one to 'on' any others currently joined will disconnect. We value your feedback! If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for future improvements, please contact our support team through our website. Thanks for using ZeroTier! Clients for other platforms are available on https://www.zerotier.com/ and source code to ZeroTier's core engine can be found here: https://github.com/zerotier/ZeroTierOne

No Signal? No Problem. MeshGrid is a professional tactical mapping and team communication app designed for the most challenging environments where cellular networks completely fail. By connecting to custom MeshGrid Nodes (learn more at meshgrid.org) via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), the app unifies real-time location tracking, secure mesh messaging, and advanced tactical tools into a single, reliable interface. WHO IS IT FOR? • Search and Rescue (SAR) & Disaster Response Teams • Field Crews, Outdoor Professionals & Security Personnel • Off-Grid Explorers, Hikers & Tactical Teams KEY FEATURES Tactical Mapping & Live Tracking • High-Performance Maps: Mapbox-powered terrain styles with north-lock and specialized tactical themes. • Live Team Tracking: Monitor your team’s positions in real time across the mesh network with custom callsigns and colors. • Professional Navigation: Full support for MGRS, UTM, and Graticule grids. Mission Planning & Drawing Tools • Tactical Drawing: Draw squares, circles, lines, and SAR-style hatched search areas on the map. • Smart Syncing: Sync shapes across the mesh network while keeping detailed patterns local to save bandwidth and ensure privacy. • Operational Alerts: Instantly drop markers and notes to highlight critical field information. Reliable Mesh Messaging • Offline Communication: Channel-based or direct messaging via MeshGrid Nodes with persistent history. • Enhanced Security: Upgraded MeshKeyStore protects your security credentials and encryption keys during updates. • Streamlined UI: Redesigned chat interface with a single "Send" button for fast, high-stress communication. Offline First Aid & Survival Guides • 100% Offline Protocols: Step-by-step emergency guides designed for rapid response in high-stress scenarios. • Global Access: Life-saving knowledge base available in over 20 languages. Global Localization & Maps • 22+ Languages & RTL: Full support for English, Turkish, Arabic (with native RTL layout), Ukrainian, Japanese, and more. • Offline Map Downloads: Save entire regions to your device before heading into zero-connectivity zones. • Live Weather Overlays: Access radar, wind, and pressure layers when internet is available to plan ahead. Privacy & Reliability First • No Account Required: Local-first data architecture. Your data belongs to you. • GDPR Compliant: Professional settings to customize location reporting frequency, units, and privacy. SAFETY NOTICE: MeshGrid depends on real-world radio range, hardware limits, and environmental conditions. For safety-critical or life-threatening missions, always maintain secondary communication procedures and backup gear. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR EARLY ADOPTERS (DIY SETUP) MeshGrid currently operates via a custom-built hardware ecosystem. To use the app today, you will need to assemble your own temporary node and flash our firmware (.bin file) by following the step-by-step guide and GitHub links available at meshgrid.org. OUR PROMISE & EARLY ADOPTER BONUS: We are actively working on the official, manufacturing-ready MeshGrid Node hardware. As a thank you for supporting the project during this software-first phase: • Every user who purchases the app for $12.99 today will receive a full $12.99 discount on the official MeshGrid Node hardware once it launches. • Your App Store purchase receipt will be fully honored as a direct credit toward your hardware order. Visit meshgrid.org for the complete hardware component list and assembly documentation.