ImmortalWrt
OpenWrt fork with extra packages, device support, and regional optimizations aimed at mainland China users.
Why it is included
High-activity firmware line on SourceForge mirrors with a clear upstream relationship to OpenWrt.
Best for
Router power users who need packages or profiles not prioritized upstream.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
Router firmware alternative to vendor stock firmware and some Merlin/ASUS closed features for supported hardware.
Strengths
- Broader package set vs stock OpenWrt on some targets
- Active community builds
Limitations
- Fork divergence means you track ImmortalWrt security advisories
Good alternatives
OpenWrt · pfSense · OPNsense
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