Cozy Cloud vs Baïkal
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted groupware options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Cozy Cloud
Personal cloud where you can manage and sync your files, notes,
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Baïkal
Lightweight CalDAV and CardDAV server with web admin
| Feature | Cozy Cloud | Baïkal |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Nodejs | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | — | ★ 3,258 |
| First released | 2020 | 2012 |
| Replaces | — | Google Calendar, iCloud |
Why pick each one
Choose Cozy Cloud if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Written in Nodejs
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Cloud or Baïkal better?
Baïkal is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Cozy Cloud if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Cozy Cloud and Baïkal free and open-source?
Yes. Cozy Cloud is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Baïkal under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Cozy Cloud and Baïkal with Docker?
Cozy Cloud: check the project docs for container support. Baïkal: yes.