Tinode vs Matterbridge
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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Tinode
Open-source instant messaging server
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Matterbridge
Bridge messages between many chat platforms
| Feature | Tinode | Matterbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Matrix & XMPP | Team Chat |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Go | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 13,452 | ★ 7,547 |
| First released | 2016 | 2016 |
| Replaces | WhatsApp, Slack | Slack |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Tinode or Matterbridge better?
Neither is universally better. Tinode has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Tinode and Matterbridge free and open-source?
Yes. Tinode is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Matterbridge under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Tinode and Matterbridge with Docker?
Tinode: yes. Matterbridge: yes.