Element Web vs Tigase XMPP Server
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted matrix & xmpp options — 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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Tigase XMPP Server
Highly scalable XMPP/Jabber messaging server
| Feature | Element Web | Tigase XMPP Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Matrix & XMPP |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 13,353 | ★ 358 |
| First released | 2016 | 2004 |
| Replaces | Slack, Discord, Microsoft Teams | Slack, WhatsApp |
Why pick each one
Choose Tigase XMPP Server if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Java
Frequently asked questions
Is Element Web or Tigase XMPP Server better?
Element Web is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tigase XMPP Server if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Element Web and Tigase XMPP Server free and open-source?
Yes. Element Web is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Tigase XMPP Server under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Element Web and Tigase XMPP Server with Docker?
Element Web: yes. Tigase XMPP Server: yes.