Calibre-Web vs Yamtrack
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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Calibre-Web
Web app to browse and read your Calibre library
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Yamtrack
Media tracker for movies, TV shows, anime, manga, games, books and
| Feature | Calibre-Web | Yamtrack |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | Media Servers |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0-or-later |
| Language | HTML | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 200 MB |
| Deployment | docker | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 17,830 | ★ 3,306 |
| First released | 2017 | 2026 |
| Replaces | Kindle, Goodreads | Goodreads, IMDB, MyAnimeList |
Why pick each one
Choose Yamtrack if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0-or-later license
- Active community (3.3k GitHub stars)
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 200 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Calibre-Web or Yamtrack better?
Calibre-Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Yamtrack if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Calibre-Web and Yamtrack free and open-source?
Yes. Calibre-Web is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Yamtrack under AGPL-3.0-or-later. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Calibre-Web and Yamtrack with Docker?
Calibre-Web: yes. Yamtrack: check the project docs for container support.