Axelor vs Dolibarr
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted crm & business apps options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Axelor
Open-source ERP, CRM, and BPM platform
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Dolibarr
Open-source ERP and CRM for small businesses
| Feature | Axelor | Dolibarr |
|---|---|---|
| Category | CRM & Business Apps | CRM & Business Apps |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Java | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 965 | ★ 7,494 |
| First released | 2014 | 2003 |
| Replaces | SAP, Odoo | SAP, Salesforce |
Why pick each one
Choose Axelor if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Java
Frequently asked questions
Is Axelor or Dolibarr better?
Dolibarr is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Axelor if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Axelor and Dolibarr free and open-source?
Yes. Axelor is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Dolibarr under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Axelor and Dolibarr with Docker?
Axelor: yes. Dolibarr: yes.