Nextcloud Groupware vs Rallly
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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Nextcloud Groupware
Mail, calendar and contacts bundle for Nextcloud
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Rallly
Self-hosted meeting and event scheduling polls
| Feature | Nextcloud Groupware | Rallly |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,169 | ★ 5,206 |
| First released | 2016 | 2015 |
| Replaces | Microsoft 365, Google Workspace | Doodle, When2meet |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Groupware if…
- Tight Nextcloud integration
- Standards-based sync
Frequently asked questions
Is Nextcloud Groupware or Rallly better?
Rallly is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Nextcloud Groupware if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Nextcloud Groupware and Rallly free and open-source?
Yes. Nextcloud Groupware is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Rallly under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Nextcloud Groupware and Rallly with Docker?
Nextcloud Groupware: yes. Rallly: yes.