Kubero vs Tsuru
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted self-hosting platforms (paas) options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Kubero
Self-service developer platform for Kubernetes
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Tsuru
Extensible open-source application platform
| Feature | Kubero | Tsuru |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) |
| License | GPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | kubernetes, helm | kubernetes, docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 4,379 | ★ 5,299 |
| First released | 2022 | 2012 |
| Replaces | Heroku | Heroku |
Why pick each one
Choose Kubero if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Active community (4.4k GitHub stars)
- Written in TypeScript
Choose Tsuru if…
- Released under the BSD-3-Clause license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Mature project with 5.3k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is Kubero or Tsuru better?
Neither is universally better. Tsuru has the larger community, while Kubero is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Kubero and Tsuru free and open-source?
Yes. Kubero is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Tsuru under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Kubero and Tsuru with Docker?
Kubero: check the project docs for container support. Tsuru: yes.