Storyteller vs Komga
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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Komga
Media server for comics, manga and e-books
| Feature | Storyteller | Komga |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | TypeScript | Kotlin |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,500 | ★ 6,532 |
| First released | 2024 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Audible, Kindle | ComiXology, Kindle |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Storyteller or Komga better?
Komga 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 Komga free and open-source?
Yes. Storyteller is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Komga under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Storyteller and Komga with Docker?
Storyteller: yes. Komga: yes.