Damselfly Web vs Invidious
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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Damselfly Web
Server-based digital asset manager for large photo libraries
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Invidious
Alternative front-end to YouTube
| Feature | Damselfly Web | Invidious |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Social Networks |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0-only |
| Language | Python | Crystal |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 700 | ★ 22,442 |
| First released | 2011 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Flickr, YouTube | YouTube |
Why pick each one
Choose Invidious if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0-only license
- Mature project with 22.4k GitHub stars
- Written in Crystal
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Damselfly Web or Invidious better?
Invidious is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Damselfly Web if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Damselfly Web and Invidious free and open-source?
Yes. Damselfly Web is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Invidious under GPL-3.0-only. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Damselfly Web and Invidious with Docker?
Damselfly Web: yes. Invidious: check the project docs for container support.