Vorta vs Open Archiver
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted backup & recovery options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Vorta
Desktop backup client built on BorgBackup
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Open Archiver
Email archiving solution with full-text search and eDiscovery search
| Feature | Vorta | Open Archiver |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Backup & Recovery | Backup & Recovery |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,490 | ★ 2,224 |
| First released | 2018 | 2026 |
| Replaces | Time Machine, CrashPlan | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Vorta if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (2.5k GitHub stars)
- Written in Python
Choose Open Archiver if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (2.2k GitHub stars)
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Vorta or Open Archiver better?
Vorta is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Open Archiver if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Vorta and Open Archiver free and open-source?
Yes. Vorta is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Open Archiver under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Vorta and Open Archiver with Docker?
Vorta: check the project docs for container support. Open Archiver: yes.