Storyteller vs Librum
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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Librum
Modern e-book reader with self-hostable sync
| Feature | Storyteller | Librum |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,500 | ★ 5,307 |
| First released | 2024 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Audible, Kindle | Kindle, Goodreads |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Storyteller or Librum better?
Neither is universally better. Librum has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Storyteller and Librum free and open-source?
Yes. Storyteller is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Librum under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Storyteller and Librum with Docker?
Storyteller: yes. Librum: yes.