Habapp vs ntfy
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted home automation options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Habapp
Python rules engine for openHAB and MQTT
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ntfy
Send push notifications to your phone via simple HTTP
| Feature | Habapp | ntfy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Python | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 56 | ★ 33,263 |
| First released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Replaces | IFTTT | Pushover, Pushbullet |
Why pick each one
Choose Habapp if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 128 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Habapp or ntfy better?
ntfy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Habapp if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Habapp and ntfy free and open-source?
Yes. Habapp is licensed under Apache-2.0 and ntfy under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Habapp and ntfy with Docker?
Habapp: yes. ntfy: yes.