Luigi vs Maxun
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted automation & workflows options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Luigi
Python module for building complex batch job pipelines
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Maxun
No-code web data extraction and scraping platform
| Feature | Luigi | Maxun |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Automation & Workflows | Automation & Workflows |
| License | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, binary, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 18,762 | ★ 17,077 |
| First released | 2012 | 2024 |
| Replaces | AWS Step Functions | Octoparse, Import.io |
Why pick each one
Choose Maxun if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Mature project with 17.1k GitHub stars
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Luigi or Maxun better?
Neither is universally better. Luigi has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Luigi and Maxun free and open-source?
Yes. Luigi is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Maxun under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Luigi and Maxun with Docker?
Luigi: check the project docs for container support. Maxun: yes.