EteSync DAV vs Open Event Server
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted calendar & contacts options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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EteSync DAV
Local CalDAV bridge for EteSync encrypted accounts
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Open Event Server
Self-hosted event management and ticketing backend
| Feature | EteSync DAV | Open Event Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Calendar & Contacts | Calendar & Contacts |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 333 | ★ 3,006 |
| First released | 2018 | 2016 |
| Replaces | iCloud Calendar | Eventbrite, Sched |
Why pick each one
Choose EteSync DAV if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 128 MB RAM
Choose Open Event Server if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is EteSync DAV or Open Event Server better?
Neither is universally better. Open Event Server has the larger community, while EteSync DAV is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are EteSync DAV and Open Event Server free and open-source?
Yes. EteSync DAV is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Open Event Server under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run EteSync DAV and Open Event Server with Docker?
EteSync DAV: check the project docs for container support. Open Event Server: yes.