Tinode vs Construct
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted matrix & xmpp options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Tinode
Open-source instant messaging server
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Construct
High-performance Matrix homeserver written in C++
| Feature | Tinode | Construct |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Matrix & XMPP |
| License | GPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | Go | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 13,452 | ★ 395 |
| First released | 2016 | 2018 |
| Replaces | WhatsApp, Slack | Slack, Discord |
Why pick each one
Choose Construct if…
- Released under the BSD-3-Clause license
- Written in C++
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Tinode or Construct better?
Tinode is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Construct if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Tinode and Construct free and open-source?
Yes. Tinode is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Construct under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Tinode and Construct with Docker?
Tinode: yes. Construct: check the project docs for container support.