FileGator vs OpenCloud Files
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted file sync & storage options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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FileGator
Multi-user file manager with role-based access
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OpenCloud Files
Lightweight self-hosted file sync and sharing platform
| Feature | FileGator | OpenCloud Files |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | File Sync & Storage |
| License | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,048 | ★ 2,083 |
| First released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Drive, Dropbox | Dropbox, Google Drive |
Why pick each one
Choose FileGator if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
Choose OpenCloud Files if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (2.1k GitHub stars)
- Written in Go
Frequently asked questions
Is FileGator or OpenCloud Files better?
FileGator is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider OpenCloud Files if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are FileGator and OpenCloud Files free and open-source?
Yes. FileGator is licensed under MIT and OpenCloud Files under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run FileGator and OpenCloud Files with Docker?
FileGator: yes. OpenCloud Files: yes.