KOReader vs MeTube
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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KOReader
Document and ebook reader for e-ink and mobile devices
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MeTube
Web UI for downloading video from YouTube and many sites
| Feature | KOReader | MeTube |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | Media Servers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Lua | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 28,800 | ★ 14,359 |
| First released | 2012 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Kindle, Pocketbook reader | YouTube Premium |
Why pick each one
Choose KOReader if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- Mature project with 28.8k GitHub stars
- Written in Lua
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is KOReader or MeTube better?
Neither is universally better. KOReader has the larger community, while MeTube is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are KOReader and MeTube free and open-source?
Yes. KOReader is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and MeTube under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run KOReader and MeTube with Docker?
KOReader: check the project docs for container support. MeTube: yes.