Cup vs ToolJet
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted automation & workflows options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Cup
Fast checker for available Docker image updates
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ToolJet
Low-code platform for building and automating business tools
| Feature | Cup | ToolJet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Automation & Workflows |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Rust | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, kubernetes, helm |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,337 | ★ 38,306 |
| First released | 2024 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Watchtower | Retool, Microsoft Power Apps |
Why pick each one
Choose Cup if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (1.3k GitHub stars)
Frequently asked questions
Is Cup or ToolJet better?
Neither is universally better. ToolJet has the larger community, while Cup is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Cup and ToolJet free and open-source?
Yes. Cup is licensed under MIT and ToolJet under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Cup and ToolJet with Docker?
Cup: yes. ToolJet: yes.