git-bug vs Our Shopping List
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted project management & tasks options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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git-bug
Distributed bug tracker embedded directly in Git
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Our Shopping List
Simple shared list application including shopping lists and any other
| Feature | git-bug | Our Shopping List |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Project Management & Tasks | Project Management & Tasks |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 9,968 | ★ 193 |
| First released | 2018 | 2026 |
| Replaces | Jira, GitHub Issues | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Our Shopping List if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is git-bug or Our Shopping List better?
Neither is universally better. git-bug has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are git-bug and Our Shopping List free and open-source?
Yes. git-bug is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Our Shopping List under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run git-bug and Our Shopping List with Docker?
git-bug: check the project docs for container support. Our Shopping List: yes.