Bridgy vs Isso
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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Bridgy
Connect personal websites to social networks
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Isso
Lightweight self-hosted commenting server
| Feature | Bridgy | Isso |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Social Networks | Chat & Communication |
| License | CC0-1.0 | MIT |
| Language | Python | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 836 | ★ 5,296 |
| First released | 2013 | 2012 |
| Replaces | Disqus, Hosted social embeds | Disqus |
Why pick each one
Choose Bridgy if…
- Released under the CC0-1.0 license
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Bridgy or Isso better?
Isso is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Bridgy if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Bridgy and Isso free and open-source?
Yes. Bridgy is licensed under CC0-1.0 and Isso under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Bridgy and Isso with Docker?
Bridgy: check the project docs for container support. Isso: yes.