Wikidpad Notes vs Paperless-ngx
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Wikidpad Notes
Self-hosted PDF and document library with reading view
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Paperless-ngx
Document management for scanning, indexing and archiving
| Feature | Wikidpad Notes | Paperless-ngx |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 8,614 | ★ 44,077 |
| First released | 2019 | 2022 |
| Replaces | Kindle | Evernote, DEVONthink |
Why pick each one
Choose Wikidpad Notes if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 8.6k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is Wikidpad Notes or Paperless-ngx better?
Neither is universally better. Paperless-ngx has the larger community, while Wikidpad Notes is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Wikidpad Notes and Paperless-ngx free and open-source?
Yes. Wikidpad Notes is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Paperless-ngx under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Wikidpad Notes and Paperless-ngx with Docker?
Wikidpad Notes: yes. Paperless-ngx: yes.