Ente Photos vs Nextcloud Photos
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted photo management options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Ente Photos
End-to-end encrypted photo storage and backup
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Nextcloud Photos
Photo timeline and album app for Nextcloud
| Feature | Ente Photos | Nextcloud Photos |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Dart | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 28,201 | ★ 713 |
| First released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Photos, iCloud Photos | Google Photos, iCloud Photos |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Ente Photos or Nextcloud Photos better?
Neither is universally better. Ente Photos has the larger community, while Nextcloud Photos is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Ente Photos and Nextcloud Photos free and open-source?
Yes. Ente Photos is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Nextcloud Photos under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Ente Photos and Nextcloud Photos with Docker?
Ente Photos: yes. Nextcloud Photos: yes.