Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Platforms
- Linux
Qaul is described as 'Ad-hoc wireless mesh-network suite that harnesses the power of everyday devices such as computers and smartphones to create a Democratic, Non-Centralized, Mesh Network' and is an app. There are more than 10 alternatives to Qaul for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Mac, Windows, BSD and Apple TV apps. The best Qaul alternative is Hyphanet, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Qaul are GNUnet, cjdns, LibreMesh and MUTE.
Serval is a telecommunications system comprised of at least two mobile phones that are able to work outside of regular mobile phone tower range due thanks to the Serval App and Serval Mesh.
The Serval Project is the most popular Android alternative to Qaul.