Mox vs Nextcloud Groupware
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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Mox
Modern, secure all-in-one mail server
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Nextcloud Groupware
Mail, calendar and contacts bundle for Nextcloud
| Feature | Mox | Nextcloud Groupware |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Mail Servers | Groupware |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 5,771 | ★ 1,169 |
| First released | 2023 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Google Workspace, Microsoft 365 | Microsoft 365, Google Workspace |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Groupware if…
- Tight Nextcloud integration
- Standards-based sync
Frequently asked questions
Is Mox or Nextcloud Groupware better?
Mox is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Nextcloud Groupware if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Mox and Nextcloud Groupware free and open-source?
Yes. Mox is licensed under MIT and Nextcloud Groupware under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Mox and Nextcloud Groupware with Docker?
Mox: yes. Nextcloud Groupware: yes.