LLDAP vs Ory Keto
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted identity & sso options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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LLDAP
Lightweight LDAP server with a simple web interface
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Ory Keto
Permission and authorization server based on Zanzibar
| Feature | LLDAP | Ory Keto |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Identity & SSO | Identity & SSO |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Rust | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker, kubernetes, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,421 | ★ 5,383 |
| First released | 2021 | 2018 |
| Replaces | Active Directory, OpenLDAP | Auth0 FGA, OpenFGA |
Why pick each one
Choose Ory Keto if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Mature project with 5.4k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is LLDAP or Ory Keto better?
LLDAP is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Ory Keto if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are LLDAP and Ory Keto free and open-source?
Yes. LLDAP is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Ory Keto under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run LLDAP and Ory Keto with Docker?
LLDAP: yes. Ory Keto: yes.