Mumble Web vs Fractal
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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Mumble Web
Browser-based client for Mumble voice servers
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Fractal
GNOME-native Matrix messaging client
| Feature | Mumble Web | Fractal |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Chat & Communication | Matrix & XMPP |
| License | ISC | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Rust |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 734 | ★ 900 |
| First released | 2017 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Discord, TeamSpeak | Slack, Discord |
Why pick each one
Choose Mumble Web if…
- Released under the ISC license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 128 MB RAM
Choose Fractal if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in Rust
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Mumble Web or Fractal better?
Fractal is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Mumble Web if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Mumble Web and Fractal free and open-source?
Yes. Mumble Web is licensed under ISC and Fractal under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Mumble Web and Fractal with Docker?
Mumble Web: yes. Fractal: check the project docs for container support.