InfCloud vs Open Event Server
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted calendar & contacts options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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InfCloud
Web client for CalDAV and CardDAV servers
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Open Event Server
Self-hosted event management and ticketing backend
| Feature | InfCloud | Open Event Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Calendar & Contacts | Calendar & Contacts |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 32 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 88 | ★ 3,006 |
| First released | 2013 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Google Calendar web | Eventbrite, Sched |
Why pick each one
Choose InfCloud if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 32 MB RAM
Choose Open Event Server if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is InfCloud or Open Event Server better?
Neither is universally better. Open Event Server has the larger community, while InfCloud is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are InfCloud and Open Event Server free and open-source?
Yes. InfCloud is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Open Event Server under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run InfCloud and Open Event Server with Docker?
InfCloud: check the project docs for container support. Open Event Server: yes.