Citadel vs Twake Drive
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted groupware options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Citadel
All-in-one groupware, mail and collaboration server
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Twake Drive
Open-source collaborative file storage and workspace
| Feature | Citadel | Twake Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 100 | ★ 980 |
| First released | 1987 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft 365 | Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive |
Why pick each one
Choose Twake Drive if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Citadel or Twake Drive better?
Neither is universally better. Twake Drive has the larger community, while Citadel is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Citadel and Twake Drive free and open-source?
Yes. Citadel is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Twake Drive under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Citadel and Twake Drive with Docker?
Citadel: check the project docs for container support. Twake Drive: yes.