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Apache DolphinScheduler vs ToolJet

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted automation & workflows options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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AP Apache DolphinScheduler Distributed visual workflow scheduling platform VS TO ToolJet Low-code platform for building and automating business tools
FeatureApache DolphinSchedulerToolJet
CategoryAutomation & WorkflowsAutomation & Workflows
LicenseApache-2.0AGPL-3.0
LanguageJavaJavaScript
Setup difficultyHardMedium
Min. RAM2,048 MB2,048 MB
Deploymentdocker, kubernetes, bare-metaldocker, kubernetes, helm
GitHub stars★ 14,412★ 38,306
First released20192021
ReplacesAWS Step Functions, Azure Data FactoryRetool, Microsoft Power Apps

Why pick each one

Choose Apache DolphinScheduler if…

  • Friendly visual interface
  • Scales horizontally
Apache DolphinScheduler details

Choose ToolJet if…

  • Rich connector library
  • Active development
ToolJet details

Frequently asked questions

Is Apache DolphinScheduler or ToolJet better?

ToolJet is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Apache DolphinScheduler if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are Apache DolphinScheduler and ToolJet free and open-source?

Yes. Apache DolphinScheduler is licensed under Apache-2.0 and ToolJet under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run Apache DolphinScheduler and ToolJet with Docker?

Apache DolphinScheduler: yes. ToolJet: yes.

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