Storyteller vs Calibre-Web
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Storyteller
Self-hosted server that syncs ebooks with audiobooks
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Calibre-Web
Web app to browse and read your Calibre library
| Feature | Storyteller | Calibre-Web |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | HTML |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,500 | ★ 17,830 |
| First released | 2024 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Audible, Kindle | Kindle, Goodreads |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Storyteller or Calibre-Web better?
Calibre-Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Storyteller if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Storyteller and Calibre-Web free and open-source?
Yes. Storyteller is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Calibre-Web under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Storyteller and Calibre-Web with Docker?
Storyteller: yes. Calibre-Web: yes.
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