Calibre-Web vs Teedy
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Calibre-Web
Web app to browse and read your Calibre library
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Teedy
Open-source document management system for teams
| Feature | Calibre-Web | Teedy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | HTML | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 17,830 | ★ 2,557 |
| First released | 2017 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Kindle, Goodreads | Evernote, SharePoint |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Calibre-Web or Teedy better?
Calibre-Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Teedy if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Calibre-Web and Teedy free and open-source?
Yes. Calibre-Web is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Teedy under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Calibre-Web and Teedy with Docker?
Calibre-Web: yes. Teedy: yes.