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Nextcloud Groupware vs Nextcloud Deck

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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NE Nextcloud Groupware Mail, calendar and contacts bundle for Nextcloud VS NE Nextcloud Deck Kanban-style project planning inside Nextcloud
FeatureNextcloud GroupwareNextcloud Deck
CategoryGroupwareGroupware
LicenseAGPL-3.0AGPL-3.0
LanguageJavaScriptJavaScript
Setup difficultyMediumEasy
Min. RAM1,024 MB512 MB
Deploymentdocker, bare-metal, sourcesource
GitHub stars★ 1,169★ 1,410
First released20162018
ReplacesMicrosoft 365, Google WorkspaceTrello

Why pick each one

Choose Nextcloud Groupware if…

  • Tight Nextcloud integration
  • Standards-based sync
Nextcloud Groupware details

Choose Nextcloud Deck if…

  • Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
  • Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
  • Active community (1.4k GitHub stars)
  • Written in JavaScript
Nextcloud Deck details

Frequently asked questions

Is Nextcloud Groupware or Nextcloud Deck better?

Nextcloud Deck 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 Nextcloud Deck free and open-source?

Yes. Nextcloud Groupware is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Nextcloud Deck under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run Nextcloud Groupware and Nextcloud Deck with Docker?

Nextcloud Groupware: yes. Nextcloud Deck: check the project docs for container support.

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