Nextcloud Groupware vs ZenTao
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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ZenTao
Open-source project and team collaboration platform
| Feature | Nextcloud Groupware | ZenTao |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,169 | ★ 1,665 |
| First released | 2016 | 2009 |
| Replaces | Microsoft 365, Google Workspace | Jira, Confluence |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Groupware if…
- Tight Nextcloud integration
- Standards-based sync
Frequently asked questions
Is Nextcloud Groupware or ZenTao better?
Neither is universally better. ZenTao has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Nextcloud Groupware and ZenTao free and open-source?
Yes. Nextcloud Groupware is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and ZenTao under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Nextcloud Groupware and ZenTao with Docker?
Nextcloud Groupware: yes. ZenTao: yes.