Feng Office vs GanttProject
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
Feng Office
Web-based collaboration and project management suite
VS
GanttProject
Desktop project scheduling with Gantt charts
| Feature | Feng Office | GanttProject |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Project Management & Tasks |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 106 | ★ 1,088 |
| First released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Replaces | Basecamp, Microsoft Project | Microsoft Project |
Why pick each one
Choose GanttProject if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (1.1k GitHub stars)
- Written in Java
Frequently asked questions
Is Feng Office or GanttProject better?
GanttProject is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Feng Office if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Feng Office and GanttProject free and open-source?
Yes. Feng Office is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and GanttProject under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Feng Office and GanttProject with Docker?
Feng Office: check the project docs for container support. GanttProject: check the project docs for container support.