Dashy vs Smashing
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted dashboards & startpages options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Dashy
Feature-rich personal dashboard for self-hosters
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Smashing
Sinatra-based dashboard framework for custom widgets
| Feature | Dashy | Smashing |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Dashboards & Startpages | Dashboards & Startpages |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Vue | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 26,140 | ★ 3,301 |
| First released | 2021 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Heimdall | Geckoboard |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Dashy or Smashing better?
Dashy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Smashing if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Dashy and Smashing free and open-source?
Yes. Dashy is licensed under MIT and Smashing under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Dashy and Smashing with Docker?
Dashy: yes. Smashing: yes.