Buku vs Firefox Account Server
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted bookmarks & read-it-later options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Buku
Command-line bookmark manager with tags
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Firefox Account Server
Host your own Firefox accounts server
| Feature | Buku | Firefox Account Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Bookmarks & Read-It-Later | Bookmarks & Read-It-Later |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, binary | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 7,177 | ★ 682 |
| First released | 2015 | 2025 |
| Replaces | Delicious | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Firefox Account Server if…
- Released under the MPL-2.0 license
- Written in TypeScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Buku or Firefox Account Server better?
Buku is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Firefox Account Server if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Buku and Firefox Account Server free and open-source?
Yes. Buku is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Firefox Account Server under MPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Buku and Firefox Account Server with Docker?
Buku: check the project docs for container support. Firefox Account Server: check the project docs for container support.