Someone reviewed v on Jul 5, 2022

Pros: 555

Cons: 555

Bottom Line: 555

SoAnti reviewed v2.2.0.607 on Jun 8, 2018

Pros: None atm

Cons: Paywall and slow

Bottom Line: This s*** ain't worth anyone's time unless they pay for other things on logmein i suppose, then it will work as is used to. (fairly easy but slowly)

For them that used Tunngle i say, sorry it's dead...

So only thing I can recomend now are OpenVPN, or what i prefer to use SoftEtherVPN as it's alot easyer to configure yet more powerful in the end than OpenVPN. Cheers!

//A

shroom reviewed v2.2.0.214 on Jun 24, 2014

Another good app that joined the dark side a long time ago.

Spend some time with OpenVPN.
It's free and can do most of what Hamachi does.

ron_marz reviewed v2.2.0.193 on May 14, 2014

Progressively crippled by the company that bought it and promised not to change it.

Practice reviewed v2.2.0.170 on Feb 26, 2014

What good is VPN if it goes offline all the time?

HydrantHunter reviewed v2.2.0.114 on Jan 27, 2014

Used to be good. No idea if it's any good now as I stopped using it years ago when they started crippling the free version. No big loss, though - Tunngle is just as good, if not better.

nvic reviewed v2.2.0.114 on Jan 27, 2014

First it went from 10 to 5 free users and I thought it was bad. Now LMI has made many of their other products paid-only. Not sure if this one is still free for personal use or not since I don't use it anymore, but if it is, I doubt it will be for long.

There is no reason to pay for 99% of the functionality in the products LMI sells. If you pay, it's for ease of setup.

nvic reviewed v2.2.0.105 on Nov 13, 2013

Used to be great, now it's junk used to try and sell you something that can be had elsewhere for free.

Newest version also added some useless service that runs in the background. The description in the Services control panel suggests it's a data collector of some sort...

Aegis69 reviewed v2.2.0.105 on Nov 13, 2013

As predicted, this app is now scumware. Avoid!!!

Use anything else, I personally use neorouter.

nvic reviewed v2.1.0.374 on Jul 2, 2013

Used to be good, now its garbage...

LMI got greedy and made everything but the bare minimum paid features. 5 users max per network, it no longer runs as a service, and you can't even exit in at least one version. Then they raised the prices and made it subscription...

ron_marz reviewed v2.1.0.159 on Feb 9, 2012

Functionality is still good, but LogMeIn recently reduced the number of members that can belong to a network from 16 to 8 without "upgrading" to the non-free version. When the company was sold to LogMeIn, Hamachi creator Andy Pankrat provided assurances that the free service would continue undiminished. This is no longer the case.

Worse, pricing on the paid model has changed from a one-time fee for the software to an annual subscription depending on the number of members in your network.

war593122 reviewed v2.1.0.124 on Aug 17, 2011

Nicely done, a lot better now. :)

Though 2 of 3 upgrade installs failed for me on Win 7 and on Win XP. ugh!

war593122 reviewed v2.0.3.115 on Jun 1, 2011

Last "working" build is 2.0.2.85.

Every build after that they screwed something up.

First they screwed up UPnP, then they removed the "exit" button from the system tray.

So now what did they screw up? Ugh

If it ant broken, do not fix it!

ron_marz reviewed v2.0.3.115 on May 31, 2011

Not sure why someone would downgrade this app to one star even if they do like NeoRouter better. Hamachi does what it says, and does it well.

Aegis69 reviewed v2.0.3.115 on May 31, 2011

crapware

use neorouter instead, far better cleaner product

CyberDoc999 reviewed v2.0.3.111 on Mar 31, 2011

messed up my wireless

Aegis69 reviewed v2.0.3.89 on Dec 8, 2010

Forget this crapware, neorouter is the way to go if you can't do openvpn.

Alexanderz reviewed v2.0.2.85 on Aug 30, 2010

This software is incredible, has a great gui, and is very handy. However After installing it did somewhat corrupt my wireless driver. I think it may just be for certain wireless cards that it does this. I installed this on two machines, one with a broadcom card (dont remember the model) and it worked fine, and another with an atheros ar50009 a/g/n card. the atheros cards driver was corrupted to the point where it worked but it took a couple minutes to load up google fully. but i just had to re-install the atheros driver and all is working now. I can say that i will be using hamachi again but when there are less bugs.

war593122 reviewed v2.0.2.84 on Mar 29, 2010

2.0.1.66: It contains a fix for the "Loss of Hamachi IP" issue.

Source: http://community.logmein...-for-2-0-1-66/m-p/35328

elitegangsta reviewed v2.0.2.84 on Mar 29, 2010

Works flawless on my windows 7 setup, i love it. have no network issues what so ever. Dunno what all the other fuss is about. Excellent app that is extremely easy to use and works under all connection reasons (ie: gaming, file sharing, networking, etc...)

rcweedman reviewed v2.0.1.66 on Jan 31, 2010

Hamachi severely crippled my wireless internet connectivity. It has done something with my wireless device driver that results in the internet connection being lost multiple times per day. Even after I uninstalled Hamachi/LogMeIn, I still have these problems. What a mess!

war593122 reviewed v2.0.1.64 on Oct 19, 2009

Can we please get a change log?

And can this please be made to work correctly when communicating to Linux machines.

elitegangsta reviewed v2.0.1.64 on Oct 19, 2009

Works fine on Windows 7 now.

war593122 reviewed v2.0.0.60 on Sep 13, 2009

No longer works that great with Linux clients.

Have to turn off and back on to be able to stay communicated with Linux clients. The UDP connection drops for some reason.

No such problem with Windows clients.

atin90 reviewed v2.0.0.60 on Sep 10, 2009

Version 2 is not Windows 7 ready. There is something wrong with the way it creates it's network connection - it shows up as unknown network. Also if attempt is made to use Remote Desktop (or any similar program such as RealVNC), it will not work when used with the Hamachi provided IP.

mjm01010101 reviewed v1.0.3.0 on Dec 25, 2008

Suffer, still, from classic man-in-the-middle attacks. Say buh-bye to your data!

mikeyx11 reviewed v1.0.2.5 on Dec 13, 2007

While I have no complaints about Hamachi, it is a great program, I have found a new program called "Leaf" which I find better and easier to use than Hamachi, and has more options. It is also free. Give it a go:

www.leafnetworks.net

pihug12 reviewed v1.0.2.4 on Nov 28, 2007

http://www.hamachi.cc/changes/

Changelog 1.0.2.4
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* Added Korean translation
* Fixed a problem of automatic update on Vista
* Fixed a bug with double-clicking on the peer status indicator
* Fixed a bug with opening network chat window using a systray notifcation
* Minor cosmetic UI changes

MSpirit reviewed v1.0.2.4 on Nov 27, 2007

Been using it for a while on my wireless network. Works perfectly, no bugs whatsoever. Great app!

rcadams reviewed v1.0.2.4 on Nov 26, 2007

RoSmecher, which bugs are you talking about.
I've been using vista and hamachi for long time, and I haven't had a single issue. There are no bugs at all to report. Hamachi works as it's suppose to, perfectly. I highly suggest that you give more details before you comment.

A++++ love it

RoSmecher reviewed v1.0.2.3 on Nov 25, 2007

great program, but there are many many bugs with it especially on windows vista.

bournex reviewed v1.0.2.3 on Oct 22, 2007

It works pretty well. Not sure what problems people are having with wireless networks. I've been using it on my wireless network with my laptop for over a year now. I've never had a problem. At the very least, I'm able to vnc into my laptop via hamachi. However, browsing files has never really worked for me, either.

bgronas reviewed v1.0.2.3 on Oct 21, 2007

Hamachi is a very nice thing, especially together with VNC, but if the main objective is to remote control PC's over the internet, Teamviewer might be the right thing: http://www.teamviewer.com
It works like a charm

leehaw reviewed v1.0.2.3 on Oct 19, 2007

Started using since 1.0.2.2, we play DotA with it. Couldn't believe how'll life be without it!

Windows version changelog can be found here, strange that the hyperlink isn't listed on its download page (Linux and Mac versions have changelog listed),

http://www.logmeinhamachi.com/changes/

improvelence reviewed v1.0.2.3 on Oct 19, 2007

Its far from perfect, but I couldnt imagine not having it on all of my machines. I love being able to listen to my itunes library wherever i am. Network browsing is extremely flaky, a lot of times it doesn't work at all and sometimes it works wonderfully. It has some major problems with wireless networks for some reason. Your connection to them becomes unstable at times unless you disable hamachi. maybe this update will address that issue since there is no changelog.

Sockss reviewed v1.0.2.2 on Aug 26, 2007

I have had Hamachi for some time now, but recently, I deleted it.
First off, it would never let me browse the internet without using
hamachi, which made me very pissed off.
Second, I have deleted it, now I cannot browse the internet at all.
All it says is "Aquiring IP address." I tried network connections at
wireless, at hotels, and at starbucks, but no matter what, it always says Aquiring IP address.
Also, I did try to use a network, but it wouldn't work even with
hamachi, which led me to deleting it. And I don't have a virus on my computer, I did multiple virus scans.
I'm giving it a 3 because I can never get on without hamachi, but it did work.

eviljolly reviewed v1.0.2.2 on May 24, 2007

Didn't work for C&C:3 but overall a great app for a lightweight vpn program.

Metshrine reviewed v1.0.2.2 on May 23, 2007

Dudeboyz, in one of your other "reviews" you claim to have been using computers for 30 years. Well, if this were true, you would know that not all projects can stay free. Some have to move on and pay bills. If you truely understood the software industry, you would know this. This is a great program and serves its purpose very well. The premium service is good for those who need it. Dont knock a program if you dont know what you are knocking or how long said "knocks" have existed.

cap1ln reviewed v1.0.2.1 on May 11, 2007

I tried hamachi, but it found it confusing. I just leaf networks and think it is easier to use.

4wd reviewed v1.0.2.1 on Apr 10, 2007

@DudeBoyz: I don't know when you started using this program but it must of been recently. Those limitations you pointed out between Free/Premium have been there for more than a year.

An excellent program, (even the Free version), that enables you to create a no-hassle vpn - MUCH easier than trying to set up MS's vpn or even OpenVPN, (which is easy also).

soulutionswe reviewed v1.0.2.1 on Apr 10, 2007

Premium or Free, still a great app! I've checked the comparison between the versions and there is really nothing nessecary missing in the free version.

DudeBoyz reviewed v1.0.2.1 on Apr 9, 2007

Crap. They got bought out.

There is a FREE version and a Premium version.

The free version is a crippled version of the Premium version.

You have to pay for a continual license for the Premium version. Not a One Time Fee - you have to keep paying, month after month, every six months or every year. Per Client.

1 Month License = $4.95 per client, clients 1-5
6 Month License = $23.70 per client, clients 1-5
1 Years License = $39 per client, clients 1-5

Why can't people just let Free programs stay Free programs?

ARGH!

Here is the comparison between the crippled FREE version and the Premium:

http://www.hamachi.cc/compare.php

You can see that the FREE is lacking some serious features.

Among other things, FREE is Limited to 16 users, while the Premium allows for 256. The FREE lacks a network lock, member services, the ability to appoint a Network Administrator and use Network Messages.

Crippled to say the least.

PostDeals reviewed v1.0.2.0 on Mar 31, 2007

Love this product and all products www.logmein.com has out there. THey have saved me hours in support and best of all its FREE.

Letterman reviewed v1.0.1.5 on Jan 16, 2007

It works very well. Awesome app.

truman reviewed v1.0.0.62 Beta on Oct 13, 2006

Good Guy, windows file sharing has horrible performance when a connection does not have LAN-like speeds. It is really old protocol which is not very well designed either. It just cannot cope with not-so-fast links. I'm using http://www.rejetto.com/hfs over Hamachi and pretty happy with it. 2c :)

Good Guy reviewed v1.0.0.62 Beta on Oct 12, 2006

Great stuff.

Using 1.0.0.62 in my small business. Speed is v-e-r-y slow when network software opens and manipulates shared files on a mapped hard drive through my Hamachi VPN. It's so slow that it reminds me of 2,400-baud modems back in the 1980's.

I see where most of you are raving about speed - but only with games.

Anyone have experience actually MAPPING DRIVES and sharing data files and folders on a distant pc?

Thanks in advance for any help !

Good Guy
goodguytoo@bellsouth.net

TheLargeNet reviewed v1.0.0.62 Beta on Oct 3, 2006

I have just found out that Hamachi has been bought out by LogMeIn, Inc, very interesting !

ecradda reviewed v1.0.0.62 Beta on Oct 2, 2006

great program, small, easy to use. i use if for playing online games but on a "lan".

stisev reviewed v1.0.0.61 Beta on Sep 22, 2006

Holy g** d***...

How the hell did I miss this program? The BEST application for its price and class.

I use it establish a secure VPN to my server comp @ home for RDP purposes.

Cute name, too. ;)

mikeyx11 reviewed v1.0.0.61 Beta on Aug 13, 2006

Psychlone, find out what the program DOES before attempting to use it for something that it doesn't do. Idiot.

And for everyone else...HAMACHI IS AWESOME! It's great for transferring files, remote printing, VNC (I use UltraVNC).

Great for everyone. No hassles.

Prospero424 reviewed v1.0.0.61 Beta on Aug 8, 2006

Psychlone

I really don't know where to start...so I won't.

I'll just say that what you WANT to do is use UltraVNC OVER Hamachi. You need to use both unless you want your sessions viewable and your password captured by someone using a VERY rudimentary tool. VNC sends everything in the clear; no encryption.

So if you're remote desktopping over the internet, install Hamachi on both machines and just use the 5.x.x.x IP address given by Hamachi in your UltraVNC viewer instead of the one you're using now.

Check out the Hamachi forums for more detailed info; there's plenty of people doing exactly this, myself included.

Hamachi is by far the easiest VPN program I've ever used. It's only limitation when compared to traditional VPNs is that it's peer-to-peer only.

kerryg reviewed v1.0.0.61 Beta on Aug 8, 2006

So some knucklehead gives a bad review because he didn't understand what the program is for. If you want remote control, try logmein.com, but this is a VPN system and it kicks some serious butt.

Psychlone reviewed v1.0.0.61 Beta on Aug 7, 2006

Probably more my fault than Hamachi's...but I wasn't looking for an ap that VPNs...I needed to SEE the Remote desktop as if I were sitting in front of it...at good speeds.
Hamachi didn't work for me in this respect.
I have 5 Point of Sale terminals and 1 Back of House Server that all share 7 Printers (5 Thermal Receipt, 1 Remote BOH, and 1 BOH Office) as well as all the networking involved in all this.
So to keep it all straight, and without using the integrated Remote Desktop in XP, I decided to go 3rd party.
Well, Hamachi didn't work as a zero config.
Fortunately for me, I found UltraVNC. It's EXACTLY what I needed.
Now, I have all my Point of Sale systems, my Back Of House Server, AS WELL as my home computer all connected for updates/syncing.

cdngamber reviewed v1.0.0.60 Beta on Jul 20, 2006

I have never felt compelled enough to write a review prior to this.

Excellent, elegant & simple VPN solution! Secure, simple and fast. Set up is a breeze. There is no other reason (other than extreme power users) to look at other VPN solutions.

Only recommendation for users - take the time to install it as a service on your host machine. (assuming this is why you are using Hamachi)

Great solution from north of the 49th - great job Hamachi!

JustExtreme reviewed v1.0.0.58 Beta on Jul 6, 2006

Total ownage, I use this to play SWAT3 (an old game) in LAN mode instead of internet mode as internet mode uses dodgy P2P through a lobby server and LAN mode uses direct connections with the same dodgy p2p but it reduces lag quite a bit. I say again, total ownage.

EarlyMorningHours reviewed v1.0.0.57 FC 24 Beta on Jul 1, 2006

Absolutely brilliant. This program shines in so many ways I don't even know where to begin. You certainly need to keep in perspective what the intention of this utility is. It's not meant to be a network to network connector. If there is one week spot, it's when the backend is over capacity or down all together. This program has made my life much much easier in terms of being able to easily provide remote support to home users.

englishmen reviewed v1.0.0.56 FC 23 Beta on Jun 2, 2006

Oh my god what a program, i have been for the last week been trying to set a network up between my laptop and PC with no luck. That was mainly because i have no clue what i was doing, i found this on the off chance when i was looking at new rss feeds from file-hippo. I download it and was remotely printing and viewing pictures across my laptop and my PC within 5 min. Its so simple to use its unbelievable and the tutorial at first launch is extremely in getting you network up and running.

truman reviewed v1.0.0.54 Beta on Apr 7, 2006

mjm01010101, Hamachi IS a private networking system, it is *designed* to be that way. Their server is not in the middle per se, and it does not require peers to trust it. If you'd bothered to look at their security specs and if you were competent enough to comprehend it, it would've been obvious to you. This has also been discussed many times on their forums and in other places including p2p and cryptography maillists.

The MAZZTer reviewed v1.0.0.54 Beta on Apr 7, 2006

Mediation servers are needed in order to allow all users to establish outgoing connections (if they have firewalls, routerS) and still connect to each other without worrying about port forwarding. Without such servers it is impossible for the users to connect to each other.

I have a suggestion for the Hamachi dev: Instead of completely using IPs all the time, build DNS support into the mediation servers and set them as the DNS server in the hamachi connection settings.

Then, each user can be connected to by their username (provided they're in your group of course!). IE: themazzter would resolve to my Hamachi IP. Much easier than 4 octects (unless a user is called sexigurl74092757026506265).

Kompressor reviewed v1.0.0.53 FC20 on Mar 22, 2006

I purchased Counter Strike: Source outright and the Steam content servers aren't free to operate.

Besides, the Hamachi server/s should only be used for the handshake only if/when it's necessary, instead of every time the software is launched. After that it should be direct P2P until IPs change.

Also, Hamachi only creates a VPN for the workstation it's installed on. It won't share your entire network like a traditional VPN can.

Hamachi is 100% dependent on the mediation server which goes down often.

It's still a great program though.

Prospero424 reviewed v1.0.0.53 FC20 on Mar 22, 2006

He means that you can't purchase the software outright, but have to buy time-limited licenses (one year, I believe). Of course, this is pretty much the rule these days rather than the exception.

Also, it makes sense for Hamachi because it really is a service as well as a piece of software; the back-end bootstrap servers and the associated bandwidth certainly aren't free to operate, so it's a bit of a silly complaint.

Overall, it's a very good, easy way to create a peer-to-peer VPN network that can actually be more robust than traditional VPN methods and offers expanded functionality as well.

There are also OSX and Linux versions available. There's no GUI for the OSX version yet, but somebody wrote a Dashboard Widget that offers most of the functionality you get with the fully-skinned Windows version as long as you are capable of installing Hamachi in a command-line environment initially.

Plus, both the software and the nominal service are free for personal use.

Mmmmmmmm. Yellowtail.

Kompressor: Steam really isn't a fair comparison at all because a) Valve had money from previous projects already rolling in when they implemented it b) Counter Strike Source isn't exactly the only product they offer. Oh, and c) Valve too is moving to a subscription/episodic system. That's what Steam was built for, after all.

Trust me, I'm REALLY not a big fan of the software "subscription" business model in general. However, in Hamachi's case it really does make sense from a business perspective.

But if you DO want to buy it, he's eventually going to offer a hardware product with the software that runs the mediation servers built in, so you can manage your own private network without relying on his back end.

Also, if you have any suggestions or questions about it, please head to the forums over at www.hamachi.cc. Alex is probably the most responsive and involved software author I've ever seen on a forum.

But yeah, the mediation servers have been going down WAY too often lately. The good news is that the vast majority of the downtime is planned and annouced ahead of time, but I too hope this stops soon.

theheff reviewed v1.0.0.53 FC20 on Mar 22, 2006

WTF are you talking about?- "rent it"

Practice reviewed v1.0.0.51 Release 51 FC18 on Mar 3, 2006

Great program!
Except, you can't buy it, you have to rent it.
You can't run it as a service unless you rent it.

ZenWarrior reviewed v1.0.0.50 Release 50 FC17 on Mar 2, 2006

Looking around, I hate to spoil a good party. I can get this app to do everything -- but work.

The MAZZTer reviewed v1.0.0.50 Release 50 FC17 on Feb 28, 2006

This tool is excellent for older online games that are incompatible with NAT. Works like a charm.

Aegis69 reviewed v1.0.0.45 Pre-Alpha Release 45 FC12 on Feb 13, 2006

Seems to work great for except age of empires 3.

Does anyone know if this version of Hamachi fixes the AOE3 issues?

anomoly reviewed v1.0.0.45 Pre-Alpha Release 45 FC12 on Feb 12, 2006

tried it once. all I remember is having to use a backup image to restore my lan. Funny that Windows has been around for 20+ yrs (yeah, thanks microsucks) & people have to resort to special tactics & software just to get a decent network. Gotta give 'em that

1uk3 reviewed v1.0.0.43 Pre-Alpha Release 43 FC10 on Jan 25, 2006

Very cool indeed! This is something that I will install on all of my families machines etc. Should have a nice network going in no time! :)

truman reviewed v1.0.0.39 Pre-Alpha Release 39 FC6 on Jan 7, 2006

spiked: 97% rate is free version number. That's the cool thing about Hamachi. I saw this number last Spring, that's way before they intoduced relays and announced paid stuff. Check your facts next time.

Namero reviewed v1.0.0.39 Pre-Alpha Release 39 FC6 on Jan 6, 2006

very esay , works well and freeware

just perfect for an quick and easy vpn :)

if you need an better/faster/secure vpn tunnel dont use hamach

spiked reviewed v1.0.0.39 Pre-Alpha Release 39 FC6 on Jan 6, 2006

derekaw, if your bank blocks UDP traffic, Hamachi won't help you unless you get a paid account. Hamachi 1.0 includes support for "relayed tunnels" but free Hamachi accounts are limited to low-speed relays (mostly good for chat and pinging). Only paid accounts will have access to high-speed relays, and Hamachi's claim of 97% success is based on including capabilities which are only usable by paid accounts.

In certain home/gaming scenarios, Hamachi is definitely easy to use and solves a real problem, but for most of the scenarios addressed by traditional VPN tunnels, Hamachi doesn't cut it. It's not that the software is flawed, just that it is being described with superlatives that are overblown and exaggerated. As long as your needs are simple and your expectations low, Hamachi works painlessly.

derekaw reviewed v1.0.0.39 Pre-Alpha Release 39 FC6 on Jan 6, 2006

I work for a bank so you can imagine our firewall right? do you think this will allow me to get through it?

WhiteZero reviewed v0.9.9.9 Beta (Updated) on Dec 19, 2005

Great VPN client.
Super easy to setup and get connected with people.

Ain Soph Aur reviewed v0.9.9.9 Beta on Aug 28, 2005

simply the best messanger! very secure and easy to use. geek software :)

coolticker reviewed v0.9.9.9 Beta on Aug 3, 2005

To understand how it works :

http://www.hamachi.cc/howitworks

mtsuguitar reviewed v0.9.9.9 Beta on Aug 2, 2005

Simply said. It Rocks.

My buddies and I were even able to play an OLLLDDD version of Risk that only had a "LAN Play" option within the game. Since Hamachi made our computers think we were all on the same LAN, we were able to play it (after only a few headaches).

How does this thing work anyway? There must be some middle point to the software... some server somewhere that allows people to bypass each others' firewalls? Maybe it is just magic? If anyone knows how it works, let us know :)

I did notice that when I downloaded this a few months ago, it didn't work too easily. I had to tinker with it for a few days here and there. This time, after a new format, I downloaded it and it worked the first time my buddies and I ran it. Who knows.

Party on party people.

Ulmo reviewed v0.9.9.8 Beta on Jun 20, 2005

Really good, simple, and fast...
Great job

LRN reviewed v0.9.9.8 Beta on Jun 18, 2005

i installed it, and it works. I played Wc3 with one guy, who have dynamic IP. He got static virtual IP from Hamachi.

anomoly reviewed v0.9.9.8 Beta on Jun 18, 2005

Agree. Do not install this unless you are a network guru or like me have a backup image ready to fix your broken connection

TheRecklessWanderer reviewed v0.9.9.8 Beta on Jun 17, 2005

It's a good product and it does what it says it will do. However, if one of the IPs change (seems to happen most in a LAN DHCP configuration) it can break the connectivity. I have had this happen enough that for me the product is really not usable, which is too bad because I could really use it in the specific environment in which I work.

gbmolina reviewed v0.9.9.7 Beta on Jun 3, 2005

Fantastic ideia with just one "small" problem: it just stops working after some time, usually crashing the network driver of the PC with it...

theheff reviewed v0.9.9.5 Beta on May 28, 2005

This is a sweet, sweet program. There are a lot of possibilities with this, like gaming, sharing, networking... whatever. I started a Yahoo group for it to announce networks and so on. Check it out here
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hamachi/

Sandcast reviewed v0.9.9.3 Beta on May 9, 2005

I've used Hamachi over the last 10 or so beta releases. It keeps getting better...I'm already very impressed with this program. I also have not expierenced any problems with the software that some of the other reviewers have mentioned. It's worked almost flawlessly, except for getting dropped by the mediation server a couple of times during a game. But thats to be expected. It is beta software, after all. And beta software is meant to be a "Proof of Concept" This program to me is (potentially) one of the best.

I do agree with some of other reviewers that this program needs more configurable options especially with the network settings and be able to know whats going on with the connection.

I also like its simplistic design interface, not alot of buttons to confuse some people. Purpose Built. Not Flashy. In my opinion, what a piece of software should be. But this is just my 2 cents.

zee7 reviewed v0.9.9.3 Beta on May 9, 2005

I realize this is a beta, but this program is bad news. It totally hosed my network connections on two differnt computers and is impossible to remove cleanly. I was forced to reformat because it screwed up my settings and wouldn't release control of my LAN even after I unistalled it, then used GoBack and RegCrawler. Installation was very simple, but there is no opportunity to see exactly what it is doing to your system so if something goes wrong, you'll be S.O.L.

Not recommended.

RaccoonSalsa reviewed v0.9.9.2 Beta on Apr 21, 2005

I have been using this recently and it has allowed me to play both Battlefield Vietnam and CnC Generals as a lan game against two friends, one of them normally cant play because of his router. The IM is not all that good but its not really meant for that and i couldn't browse files or anything but it stil works well for mkaing vpn's.

TehMark reviewed v0.9.9.2 Beta on Apr 17, 2005

i thought this program was just much too slow. i'll have to try it again later but really think its lame now. huge resource hog and did nothing for both my buddy and myself

anomoly reviewed v0.9.9.2 Beta on Apr 17, 2005

I installed it. It added a network adapter and after a few minutes I had a new ip address next to my default (after my firewall asked if it could have access). After that I could not browse the internet. This prog needs more controls & settings so that you know exactly wtf it is doing & how to revert to standard default LAN. When it actually works instead of ruining your network connection, which is very touchy, I will try again-Like 6 months at least. This prog has too much control & not enough explanation

Muskie reviewed v0.9.8.9 Beta on Apr 5, 2005

Works great for the VPN features, but also works really good for LAN play with games. Everyone connect to your hamachi host then someone create a lan game and it will be there in local games to join! Now this latest update adds IPX support for thos olddddddd games, I will have to try.

Muskie

anede2002 reviewed v0.9.8.7 Beta on Mar 21, 2005

this looks ok. It did whatever it says to configure and make an account, but it did not work for me. I work in an office and i am behind router. it is not possible for me to open any port. Otherwise this piece of software promises that it can bypass through all routers and firewalls.

hardgiant reviewed v0.9.8.7 Beta on Mar 21, 2005

Can be a hassle getting it through ZoneAlarm or other software firewalls. It does travel through the router firewall without a hitch.

netwiz562 reviewed v0.9.8.5 Beta on Mar 17, 2005

This program is awesome. The simplest VPN software in existance. Excellent speeds, works easily through most firewalls w/o opening any ports. Just brilliant. I've only had one case where it does not work through a firewall, but it still works 1 way.

berrios-zipline reviewed v0.9.8.4 Beta on Mar 16, 2005

This VPN client is very sound and simple to use. The Hamachi team have been very helpful with any issues the software has during the beta phase and have updated the software as often as they can regarding fixes. If anyone is looking for a way to have a VPN over the net should look into this product. Great for traversing standard NATs. This application should get a 5 all the way around; specially for it being a beta.

BNuser reviewed v0.9.7.9 Beta on Mar 10, 2005

The backup of your identitiy was the last thing I missed from this awesome program. Now that it is included it's simply the best solution of it's kind.

ptolemy reviewed v0.9.7.7 Beta on Mar 5, 2005

I've been following Hamachi since the first beta builds and they've come a long way in quite a short space of time. Everything that I've requested has been actioned. They've added more information pages to their website, added a support forum and fixed several issues.

As for the actual application, Hamachi is a doddle to install and setup. If you've ever setup a VPN yourself, you'll appreciate how easy Hamachi is. So far I've used it with my parents and several non-techie friends - guiding them through the installation over the phone - and I've had NO problems with it.

Once running, Hamachi acts the initiator of a secure tunnel, and 9 times out of 10, it works flawlessly.

I've seen people complaining that there's a build every day, well, you don't have to upgrade every day, but if you want to keep as bug-free as possible in this BETA stage, then best upgrade.

photonboy reviewed v0.9.7.7 Beta on Mar 4, 2005

I had no problems using this. It would receive five stars if it provided help files (which I myself would not need).

I use this because for some reason I can't get Microsoft's Networking to work properly.

This software does NOT deserve only one star because someone could not figure out how to use it. Have you tried other networking software to compare the ease of use to Hamachi?

I agree that it will probably be shareware once the final version comes out so anyone using this should keep a copy of the latest free version.

atz_0k reviewed v0.9.7.7 Beta on Mar 4, 2005

This is by far the easiest and best software around for a VPN behind a firewall.

punjabijatt reviewed v0.9.7.7 Beta on Mar 4, 2005

Is this program some kinda joke where are the help files visiting the home page didnt help neither.

AMazing reviewed v0.9.7.3 Beta on Feb 28, 2005

Where can I find a tutorial reg the possibilities this program gives? The home page does not give much info how to use it with other applications.

I am not a very advanced user, but I can understand the potential this application has. However - the how-to-info would be very nice to read/look at.

robertguda reviewed v0.9.7.2 Beta on Feb 27, 2005

installs very easy and performs right away. exellent !

Prospero424 reviewed v0.9.7.1 Beta on Feb 24, 2005

I love this program, it's by far the easiest and most convenient way to set up a multi-LAN VPN over a WAN. Now, with IM capabilities, it's even more useful.

Brilliant and free. Can't beat that.

My only worry is that this program/service is too good to remain free forever. I suspect a usage fee to be coming up in the near future when it comes out of beta. :(

Just speculation though.

berrios-zipline reviewed v0.9.6.4 Beta on Jan 27, 2005

This application is perfect for setting up a LAN/VPN over a WAN. Very simple to use. I give it a five even if it does have some bugs in it. I am scroing it on a beta status. My full review here: http://www.reviewsoft.co...hamachi_beta_review.htm

eL MaesTro reviewed v0.9.6.4 Beta on Jan 27, 2005

not that I don't like this program, but couldn't you just make like 2 big releases every month , with all new fixes and extras , and not every day?

neilspinney reviewed v0.9.5.7 Beta on Jan 16, 2005

Nice program Ideal for VPN connections!
had a few problems when i first installed it tho on systems running SP2 but used the update option and all problems where solved. I would recommned this program to anyone want to set up an remote network connection or even a game net work

Neil Spinney
www.microathome.biz

zargag reviewed v0.9.5.7 Beta on Jan 15, 2005

Great program! really fills a gap that should have been filled a long time ago. Slows down my boot a bit much at times, but is otherwise a great program!

war593122 reviewed v0.9.5.4 Beta on Jan 13, 2005

Looking good:

http://forums.hamachi.cc/

ptolemy reviewed v0.9.5.4 Beta on Jan 13, 2005

The concept is a sound one and I really, really hope they get all the bugs fixed. System admin beware! There is a massive need for this kind of app in the work place, but it poses a threat to network security. I'm using it to hook up to my home network and it works pretty well. Friends have tried it and had a variety of problems - problems setting up a network, or connecting. I'm sure in time, they'll iron out these problems. Which brings me to my second complaint - the information on their website - or lack of. They really should have some more technical info and a forum so that users can discuss problems with the developers.

I'll keep an eye on this. Wonder how long it'll be before they start charging for the service.

Fr3dY reviewed v0.9.5.1 Beta on Jan 11, 2005

No proxy support? It's useless from most locations but home! This should be fixed this ASAP.

trevithick reviewed v0.9.5.0 Beta on Jan 10, 2005

Looked great and installed without a hitch at home. When I tried to install it at work (no firewall other than ZA just like home) it would repeatedly fail to establish a connection even with ZoneAlarm shutdown.

Jeavis reviewed v0.9.5.0 Beta on Jan 10, 2005

In my previous review I gave this program a 5 but I realized that it makes my PC boot time more than double. This has happened on both PC's I've installed it on. I'll pass on this program until they fix the problem.

hardgiant reviewed v0.9.4.8 on Jan 7, 2005

Nobody has mentioned using it with ZoneAlarm which makes it much harder to configure.

ZAP wants alot of IP addresses added to the trusted zone before you get a connection.

Both computers will need several IP's added in order to work right.

emess reviewed v0.9.4.8 on Jan 7, 2005

This works fine when the XP firewall is disabled.
Anyone gotten this to work with the SP2 firewall enabled?

gwoo reviewed v0.9.4.8 on Jan 6, 2005

This version have optimized network drivers, the last release doesn't work well, this one is far better. Nice job, go on ! And keep it free as possible !

bluhound reviewed v0.9.4.8 on Jan 6, 2005

I love this piece of software. Zero config VPN. Very useful for me because i'm using n00b who is using a non uPnP router... Managed to connect 8 computers together and played Counter-Strike LAN with it.. :-D
I gave it a four star cause it is still not stable. Heck, it is still in beta! Wait till the official one is out. I'll be your first customer Hamachi..... :-)

gwoo reviewed v0.9.4.7 Beta on Jan 4, 2005

i've tested the 9.4.4 and it worked fine. This one dl, updated, and impossible to get connected, can't access the create button, and rety all the time to connect to server, but it is a great configless vpn.

DrJ reviewed v0.9.4.7 Beta on Jan 3, 2005

This program has a lot of potential.
It's so wonderful to create a simple VPN connection to someone else. The idea that once you have established a connection, you can play games and even copy files with the ease of your own windows explorer! Thumbs up for this program!

zorty reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 2, 2005

the stuff I'm talking about doesn't really require encryption - however if you want to know more about the encryption go there: http://www.hamachi.cc/security

3 stars for just another messenger. I cannot see the point where it distinguishes from other IMs. Many of them out there feature encryption and many more or less useful extras.

LongDragon reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

Zorty, this is NOT a messenger program! Its a zero config VPN! You have not even taken the effort to look at the program, you just asumed it to be a messenger!

Amazing programm, worked effortless on 3 friends systems. Without any configuration. Still feel a bit unsure about stuff like security. What kind of encryption is used? Temporal keys? Weak passwords? etc etc

kerebos reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

im giving it 3.
Even though the program didn't work for 4 seperate people on different types of networks, we all tried getting it to work and failed.

why i gave it a high score even though the program doesn't work was because the GUI is excelent, very clean, and pleasing, it could do with a xp manifest file though.

Sarcago reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

Really cool program, use it with some friends of mine located behing NAT-devices, firewalls and so on, runs fine. Hope the Linux-version will be ready soon.
I like it so far, but I'd like it even more if the network connection would appear unter "Control panel -> Network connections" as this would increase the ease of configuration (no need of regedit to enable/disable NetBIOS over TCP/IP for example) and would add the possibility to enable the Windows Firewall on the connection.

GeneralLeoFF reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

I like this program but I do miss the heavy encryption of waste. There is more chance of an outsider guessing his/her way onto your network or reading what your doing by sniffing out the packets or something while this same thing on waste is near imposable with 4096 bit encryption and insane huge network passwords.

However this program has a far more simple way of managing the network then waste. I would like to see both pros of these diffrent programs combined one day.

ecjs reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

It really looks like irc with a nice and easy to use interface. Good job !

Druid7 reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

It's a nice program. The only thing it's missing is the ability to change your username, and for it to delete the networks you've created when it's uninstalled.

As it is you have to uninstall it then reinstall it to change your username, and if you don't delete the networks before you uninstall they will still exist.

war593122 reviewed v0.9.4.5 Beta on Jan 1, 2005

No one really to test with. Too bad you cant get a list of all channels. Anyways if you want to beta test maybe you can join two of us so far in Test with pw Test.

Phusion reviewed v0.9.4.4 Beta on Dec 30, 2004

I was browsing betanews and found this app and just had to try it out. It was VERY easy to set up, worked quite well (50ns ping to friends) and didn't give me many problems. For some reason the second time connecting it wouldn't connect to the servers, but upon a reboot it worked fine. If you want to easily share files, play LAN games or do general networking type stuff with your friends, this is the app to do it.

Jeavis reviewed v0.9.4.4 Beta on Dec 30, 2004

This is a great program. I'm so impressed with the ease of use. I'm not all that certain on the actual security of it, since it seems to make a connection back to a central server. I have a feeling that this software will become a pay item before long.

randal2k reviewed v0.9.4.3 Beta on Dec 29, 2004

This program is great. No crashes/glitches etc...
useing it to play games with friends, file transfer between work and home and so much more.
it's like a VPN but so much easier.
sweet!! great work guys!

ok, can you guys make it skinnable? hehe.