WebRTC Camera vs Double Take
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted video surveillance options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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WebRTC Camera
Low-latency camera streaming integration for Home Assistant
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Double Take
Unified UI and API for face recognition on camera feeds
| Feature | WebRTC Camera | Double Take |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Video Surveillance | Video Surveillance |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,161 | ★ 1,435 |
| First released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Cloud camera streaming | Nest Cam |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is WebRTC Camera or Double Take better?
Neither is universally better. WebRTC Camera has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are WebRTC Camera and Double Take free and open-source?
Yes. WebRTC Camera is licensed under MIT and Double Take under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run WebRTC Camera and Double Take with Docker?
WebRTC Camera: check the project docs for container support. Double Take: yes.
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