CryptPad vs Twake Drive
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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CryptPad
End-to-end encrypted collaboration suite
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Twake Drive
Open-source collaborative file storage and workspace
| Feature | CryptPad | Twake Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 7,832 | ★ 980 |
| First released | 2015 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Google Drive, Microsoft 365 | Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive |
Why pick each one
Choose CryptPad if…
- Strong privacy guarantees
- Real-time collaboration
- No account needed to start
Choose Twake Drive if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is CryptPad or Twake Drive better?
CryptPad is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Twake Drive if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are CryptPad and Twake Drive free and open-source?
Yes. CryptPad is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Twake Drive under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run CryptPad and Twake Drive with Docker?
CryptPad: yes. Twake Drive: yes.