Manga-Tagger vs Stump
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-books & media library options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Manga-Tagger
Automated metadata tagging tool for manga archives
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Stump
Fast, low-resource comic and ebook media server
| Feature | Manga-Tagger | Stump |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 191 | ★ 2,637 |
| First released | 2019 | 2022 |
| Replaces | ComiXology | Kindle, ComiXology |
Why pick each one
Choose Manga-Tagger if…
- Released under the MIT license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Manga-Tagger or Stump better?
Stump is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Manga-Tagger if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Manga-Tagger and Stump free and open-source?
Yes. Manga-Tagger is licensed under MIT and Stump under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Manga-Tagger and Stump with Docker?
Manga-Tagger: yes. Stump: yes.