OneDev vs Sourcebot
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted git hosting & forges options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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OneDev
Self-hosted Git server with CI/CD and kanban
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Sourcebot
Self-hosted code search and understanding tool
| Feature | OneDev | Sourcebot |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Git Hosting & Forges | Git Hosting & Forges |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Java | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15,145 | ★ 3,659 |
| First released | 2016 | 2024 |
| Replaces | GitHub, GitLab | GitHub Code Search, Sourcegraph |
Why pick each one
Choose Sourcebot if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (3.7k GitHub stars)
Frequently asked questions
Is OneDev or Sourcebot better?
Neither is universally better. OneDev has the larger community, while Sourcebot is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are OneDev and Sourcebot free and open-source?
Yes. OneDev is licensed under MIT and Sourcebot under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OneDev and Sourcebot with Docker?
OneDev: yes. Sourcebot: yes.