FluffyChat vs Movim
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted matrix & xmpp options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
| Feature | FluffyChat | Movim |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Matrix & XMPP |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Dart | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,039 | ★ 2,038 |
| First released | 2019 | 2010 |
| Replaces | WhatsApp, Telegram | Facebook, Slack |
Why pick each one
Choose FluffyChat if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
- Written in Dart
Choose Movim if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (2k GitHub stars)
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is FluffyChat or Movim better?
FluffyChat is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Movim if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are FluffyChat and Movim free and open-source?
Yes. FluffyChat is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Movim under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run FluffyChat and Movim with Docker?
FluffyChat: check the project docs for container support. Movim: yes.