Beehive vs Habapp
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Beehive
Event and agent system for connecting things
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Habapp
Python rules engine for openHAB and MQTT
| Feature | Beehive | Habapp |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Home Automation |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Go | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,485 | ★ 56 |
| First released | 2015 | 2019 |
| Replaces | IFTTT | IFTTT |
Why pick each one
Choose Habapp if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 128 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Beehive or Habapp better?
Beehive is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Habapp if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Beehive and Habapp free and open-source?
Yes. Beehive is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Habapp under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Beehive and Habapp with Docker?
Beehive: yes. Habapp: yes.