Koodo Reader vs Teedy
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Koodo Reader
Cross-platform ebook reader with annotations and sync
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Teedy
Open-source document management system for teams
| Feature | Koodo Reader | Teedy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 27,803 | ★ 2,557 |
| First released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Calibre, Apple Books | Evernote, SharePoint |
Why pick each one
Choose Koodo Reader if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 27.8k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is Koodo Reader or Teedy better?
Koodo Reader is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Teedy if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Koodo Reader and Teedy free and open-source?
Yes. Koodo Reader is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Teedy under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Koodo Reader and Teedy with Docker?
Koodo Reader: yes. Teedy: yes.