Diun 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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Diun
Notifier that alerts when Docker images receive updates
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ToolJet
Low-code platform for building and automating business tools
| Feature | Diun | ToolJet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Automation & Workflows |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, kubernetes, helm |
| GitHub stars | ★ 4,828 | ★ 38,306 |
| First released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Watchtower | Retool, Microsoft Power Apps |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Diun or ToolJet better?
Neither is universally better. ToolJet has the larger community, while Diun is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Diun and ToolJet free and open-source?
Yes. Diun is licensed under MIT and ToolJet under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Diun and ToolJet with Docker?
Diun: yes. ToolJet: yes.