Davis vs Kopano Groupware Core
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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Davis
Modern admin interface for sabre/dav CalDAV server
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Kopano Groupware Core
Open-source collaboration platform with Outlook support
| Feature | Davis | Kopano Groupware Core |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 727 | ★ 60 |
| First released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Google Calendar, iCloud | Microsoft Exchange |
Why pick each one
Choose Kopano Groupware Core if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in C++
Frequently asked questions
Is Davis or Kopano Groupware Core better?
Davis is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Kopano Groupware Core if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Davis and Kopano Groupware Core free and open-source?
Yes. Davis is licensed under MIT and Kopano Groupware Core under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Davis and Kopano Groupware Core with Docker?
Davis: yes. Kopano Groupware Core: yes.