Kopano Groupware Core vs Tine
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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Kopano Groupware Core
Open-source collaboration platform with Outlook support
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Tine
Professional open-source groupware and CRM
| Feature | Kopano Groupware Core | Tine |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C++ | HTML |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 60 | ★ 21 |
| First released | 2016 | 2007 |
| Replaces | Microsoft Exchange | Microsoft 365, Google Workspace |
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++
Choose Tine if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in HTML
Frequently asked questions
Is Kopano Groupware Core or Tine better?
Neither is universally better. Kopano Groupware Core has the larger community, while Tine is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Kopano Groupware Core and Tine free and open-source?
Yes. Kopano Groupware Core is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Tine under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Kopano Groupware Core and Tine with Docker?
Kopano Groupware Core: yes. Tine: yes.