Calibre-Web vs Tinyfeed
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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Tinyfeed
Generate a static HTML page from a collection of feeds
| Feature | Calibre-Web | Tinyfeed |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | HTML | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | docker | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 17,830 | ★ 373 |
| First released | 2017 | 2025 |
| Replaces | Kindle, Goodreads | Feedly, Google Reader, Netvibes |
Why pick each one
Choose Tinyfeed if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Written in Go
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Calibre-Web or Tinyfeed better?
Calibre-Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tinyfeed if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Calibre-Web and Tinyfeed free and open-source?
Yes. Calibre-Web is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Tinyfeed under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Calibre-Web and Tinyfeed with Docker?
Calibre-Web: yes. Tinyfeed: check the project docs for container support.