Digimindmap vs Logseq

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted notes & knowledge base options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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FeatureDigimindmapLogseq
CategoryNotes & Knowledge BaseNotes & Knowledge Base
LicenseAGPL-3.0AGPL-3.0
LanguageNodejsClojure
Setup difficultyMediumEasy
Min. RAM512 MB256 MB
Deploymentbare-metalbinary, bare-metal
GitHub stars★ 44,329
First released20202020
ReplacesNotion, Roam Research

Why pick each one

Choose Digimindmap if…

  • Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
  • Written in Nodejs
  • Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Digimindmap details

Choose Logseq if…

  • Local-first and private
  • Great for linked thinking
  • Files stay portable
Logseq details

Frequently asked questions

Is Digimindmap or Logseq better?

Logseq is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Digimindmap if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are Digimindmap and Logseq free and open-source?

Yes. Digimindmap is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Logseq under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run Digimindmap and Logseq with Docker?

Digimindmap: check the project docs for container support. Logseq: check the project docs for container support.

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