Erxes vs Monica
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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Erxes
Open-source experience operating system with ticketing
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Monica
Personal CRM to remember the people you know
| Feature | Erxes | Monica |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Helpdesk & Ticketing | CRM & Business Apps |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 4,058 | ★ 24,983 |
| First released | 2017 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Zendesk, Intercom, HubSpot | Salesforce, HubSpot |
Why pick each one
Choose Erxes if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Active community (4.1k GitHub stars)
Frequently asked questions
Is Erxes or Monica better?
Monica is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Erxes if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Erxes and Monica free and open-source?
Yes. Erxes is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Monica under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Erxes and Monica with Docker?
Erxes: yes. Monica: yes.