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TripMode alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded TripMode alternative is LuLu (2.6 GPA). It's also the best free one.

TripMode compared with 5 alternatives: NetLimiter, GlassWire, LuLu, Radio Silence and TG Pro.

TripMode has a free plan. Paid plans start at $14.99 per year after a 7-day trial. 2 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
TripModeThis toolFree plan · from $14.99/yrYesmacOS
NetLimiterFree trialTrial onlyWindows
GlassWireFree plan · from $2.99/moYesWindows, Android
LuLuFreeFreemacOS
Radio SilenceFree trial · from $9 one-timeTrial onlymacOS
TG ProFree trial · from $10 one-timeTrial onlymacOS

Price against what you get

TripMode starts at $1.25 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 2 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

GlassWire scores higher without starting lower. LuLu starts lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20$50$100More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessTripModeGlassWireLuLu

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
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How each one differs from TripMode

  1. NetLimiter

    Per-app internet bandwidth limits and monitoring for Windows

    • NetLimiter has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike TripMode.
    • NetLimiter also lists a Windows app.
    • NetLimiter lists no macOS app, which TripMode has.

    Suits: Stopping one application from using the whole connection

    NetLimiter vs TripModeNetLimiter pricing and details

  2. GlassWire

    Windows network monitor and firewall with a traffic time machine

    • GlassWire starts at $2.99 per month, paid annually (Personal).
    • GlassWire also lists Windows and Android apps.
    • GlassWire lists no macOS app, which TripMode has.
    • GlassWire also covers malware protection.

    Suits: Seeing which programs use your internet connection

    GlassWire vs TripModeGlassWire pricing and details

  3. LuLu

    Free open-source Mac firewall for outgoing connections

    • LuLu is free.
    • LuLu is open source, according to its own site.
    • LuLu also covers malware protection.
    • LuLu does not cover site & app blocker, reports and system monitor, which TripMode does.

    Suits: Mac users who want to see which apps connect to the internet

    LuLu vs TripModeLuLu pricing and details

  4. Radio Silence

    Mac firewall and network monitor that blocks apps from going online

    • Radio Silence starts at $9 one-time, for personal use.
    • Radio Silence has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike TripMode.
    • Radio Silence does not cover site & app blocker and reports, which TripMode does.

    Suits: Mac users who want specific apps kept offline

    Radio Silence vs TripModeRadio Silence pricing and details

  5. TG Pro

    Mac temperature monitor with manual and automatic fan control

    • TG Pro starts at $10 one-time.
    • TG Pro has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike TripMode.
    • TG Pro also covers menu bar app.
    • TG Pro does not cover site & app blocker and reports, which TripMode does.

    Suits: Mac owners who want to see temperatures and keep fans from running too late

    TG Pro vs TripModeTG Pro pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in TripMode

  • Mac only; the App Store listing states macOS 11.0 or later. TripMode for Windows and TripMode 2 are marked end of life.
  • The vendor no longer sells license keys; purchases go through the Mac App Store, and an old license does not work with that version.
  • The App Store listing shows two prices for each of Monthly, Yearly and Lifetime without explaining the difference.
  • It is also included in Setapp, which the vendor lists at $9.99 a month for over 240 apps.
TripMode pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to TripMode?

The alternatives to TripMode in this directory are NetLimiter, GlassWire, LuLu, Radio Silence and TG Pro. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with TripMode.

Is there a free alternative to TripMode?

Yes. LuLu is free to use. GlassWire has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which TripMode alternatives work on Windows?

The TripMode listing does not include a Windows app. NetLimiter and GlassWire list one.

Which TripMode alternatives work on Android?

The TripMode listing does not include an Android app. GlassWire lists one.

Is there an open-source alternative to TripMode?

LuLu is described as open source on its own site.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Nov 12, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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