Radicale vs Twake Drive
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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Radicale
Simple, lightweight CalDAV and CardDAV server
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Twake Drive
Open-source collaborative file storage and workspace
| Feature | Radicale | Twake Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Groupware | Groupware |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 4,877 | ★ 980 |
| First released | 2008 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Google Calendar, iCloud | Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive |
Why pick each one
Choose Twake Drive if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Radicale or Twake Drive better?
Radicale is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Twake Drive if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Radicale and Twake Drive free and open-source?
Yes. Radicale is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Twake Drive under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Radicale and Twake Drive with Docker?
Radicale: yes. Twake Drive: yes.