Hydrus Network vs Nextcloud Photos
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted photo management options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Hydrus Network
Self-hosted tag-based media organizer and image database
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Nextcloud Photos
Photo timeline and album app for Nextcloud
| Feature | Hydrus Network | Nextcloud Photos |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | WTFPL | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, binary, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,148 | ★ 713 |
| First released | 2011 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Photos, Eagle | Google Photos, iCloud Photos |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Hydrus Network or Nextcloud Photos better?
Neither is universally better. Hydrus Network has the larger community, while Nextcloud Photos is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Hydrus Network and Nextcloud Photos free and open-source?
Yes. Hydrus Network is licensed under WTFPL and Nextcloud Photos under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Hydrus Network and Nextcloud Photos with Docker?
Hydrus Network: check the project docs for container support. Nextcloud Photos: yes.
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