Dolibarr vs Rukovoditel
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Dolibarr
Open-source ERP and CRM for small businesses
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Rukovoditel
Web-based project management and CRM builder
| Feature | Dolibarr | Rukovoditel |
|---|---|---|
| Category | CRM & Business Apps | Project Management & Tasks |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 7,494 | ★ 29 |
| First released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Replaces | SAP, Salesforce | Jira, Salesforce |
Why pick each one
Choose Rukovoditel if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Written in PHP
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Dolibarr or Rukovoditel better?
Neither is universally better. Dolibarr has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Dolibarr and Rukovoditel free and open-source?
Yes. Dolibarr is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Rukovoditel under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Dolibarr and Rukovoditel with Docker?
Dolibarr: yes. Rukovoditel: check the project docs for container support.