Element Web vs Nextcloud Talk
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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Element Web
Glossy Matrix client for the web and desktop
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Nextcloud Talk
Chat, video calls and webinars integrated into Nextcloud
| Feature | Element Web | Nextcloud Talk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Chat & Communication |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 13,353 | ★ 2,172 |
| First released | 2016 | 2018 |
| Replaces | Slack, Discord, Microsoft Teams | Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Talk if…
- Tight Nextcloud integration
- End-to-end encrypted calls
Frequently asked questions
Is Element Web or Nextcloud Talk better?
Element Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Nextcloud Talk if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Element Web and Nextcloud Talk free and open-source?
Yes. Element Web is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Nextcloud Talk under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Element Web and Nextcloud Talk with Docker?
Element Web: yes. Nextcloud Talk: yes.