FluffyChat vs Tigase XMPP Server
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted matrix & xmpp options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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FluffyChat
Cute, cross-platform Matrix messenger
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Tigase XMPP Server
Highly scalable XMPP/Jabber messaging server
| Feature | FluffyChat | Tigase XMPP Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Matrix & XMPP |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Dart | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,039 | ★ 358 |
| First released | 2019 | 2004 |
| Replaces | WhatsApp, Telegram | Slack, WhatsApp |
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 Tigase XMPP Server if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Java
Frequently asked questions
Is FluffyChat or Tigase XMPP Server better?
FluffyChat is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tigase XMPP Server if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are FluffyChat and Tigase XMPP Server free and open-source?
Yes. FluffyChat is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Tigase XMPP Server under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run FluffyChat and Tigase XMPP Server with Docker?
FluffyChat: check the project docs for container support. Tigase XMPP Server: yes.