Centrifugo vs Jami Server Bridge
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted chat & communication options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Centrifugo
Scalable real-time messaging server for apps and websites
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Jami Server Bridge
Self-hosted name registry and bridge for the Jami network
| Feature | Centrifugo | Jami Server Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Chat & Communication | Chat & Communication |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes, binary | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 10,590 | ★ 400 |
| First released | 2015 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Pusher, Firebase Realtime Database | Skype, Zoom |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Centrifugo or Jami Server Bridge better?
Neither is universally better. Centrifugo has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Centrifugo and Jami Server Bridge free and open-source?
Yes. Centrifugo is licensed under MIT and Jami Server Bridge under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Centrifugo and Jami Server Bridge with Docker?
Centrifugo: yes. Jami Server Bridge: yes.