Compare WOMBATS Shield Models
Core protects and controls the network. Edge adds local storage and media. Vault adds encrypted storage, backups, recycle bin, and Wi-Fi AP mode.
Choose Core if…
You want network filtering, SafeSearch, app/service blocking, and device-level controls without storage or media features.
Choose Edge if…
You want everything in Core plus SMB file sharing, a local media library, Jellyfin direct play/direct stream, and DLNA.
Choose Vault if…
You want everything in Edge plus encrypted internal storage, Time Machine backup support, recycle bin, and Wi-Fi AP mode.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Shield Core | Shield Edge | Shield Vault |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNS filtering and domain blocking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SafeSearch enforcement | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| App and service blocking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Device-level controls | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Local admin interface | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SMB file sharing | — | Yes | Yes |
| Jellyfin media direct play / direct stream | — | Yes | Yes |
| DLNA support | — | Yes | Yes |
| Encrypted internal storage | — | — | Yes |
| Included internal SSD | — | — | 256GB |
| Paid SSD upgrades | — | — | 1TB, 2TB, 4TB |
| SSD upgrade fulfilment | — | — | Handled separately during limited beta fulfilment/support |
| Time Machine backup support | — | — | Yes |
| Recycle bin | — | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi access point mode | — | — | Yes |
Shield Core
Network protection and control only.
View details →Shield Edge
Core plus SMB, Jellyfin direct play/direct stream, and DLNA.
View details →Shield Vault
Edge plus encrypted internal storage, backups, recycle bin, and Wi-Fi AP mode.
View details →Limited beta ordering — first batch only
Early access pricing (20% off) for first batch customers
Early users can provide feedback that may influence future improvements.