HamsterBase Tasks vs Planka
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted project management & tasks options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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HamsterBase Tasks
A tool to help organize ideas and build great things
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Planka
Realtime kanban board for workgroups
| Feature | HamsterBase Tasks | Planka |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Project Management & Tasks | Project Management & Tasks |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 333 | ★ 12,330 |
| First released | 2026 | 2019 |
| Replaces | — | Trello |
Why pick each one
Choose HamsterBase Tasks if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in TypeScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is HamsterBase Tasks or Planka better?
Planka is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider HamsterBase Tasks if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are HamsterBase Tasks and Planka free and open-source?
Yes. HamsterBase Tasks is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Planka under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run HamsterBase Tasks and Planka with Docker?
HamsterBase Tasks: yes. Planka: yes.