Bleskomat Server vs Firefly III
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted budgeting & finance options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Bleskomat Server
Connect a Bleskomat ATM to your Lightning node
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Firefly III
Self-hosted personal finance manager
| Feature | Bleskomat Server | Firefly III |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Budgeting & Finance | Budgeting & Finance |
| License | free | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, one-click | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 12 | ★ 24,254 |
| First released | 2022 | 2016 |
| Replaces | — | Mint, YNAB |
Why pick each one
Choose Bleskomat Server if…
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- One-click install on common self-host platforms
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Bleskomat Server or Firefly III better?
Neither is universally better. Firefly III has the larger community, while Bleskomat Server is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Bleskomat Server and Firefly III free and open-source?
Yes. Bleskomat Server is licensed under free and Firefly III under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Bleskomat Server and Firefly III with Docker?
Bleskomat Server: yes. Firefly III: yes.