TCExam vs RELATE
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted learning & courses options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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TCExam
Open-source computer-based assessment system
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RELATE
Courseware package that includes features such as: flexible rules,
| Feature | TCExam | RELATE |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, docker | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 617 | ★ 432 |
| First released | 2004 | 2020 |
| Replaces | ExamSoft | — |
Why pick each one
Choose TCExam if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Choose RELATE if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Written in Python
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is TCExam or RELATE better?
Neither is universally better. TCExam has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are TCExam and RELATE free and open-source?
Yes. TCExam is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and RELATE under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run TCExam and RELATE with Docker?
TCExam: yes. RELATE: check the project docs for container support.