MiroTalk SFU vs OpenVidu
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted video conferencing options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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MiroTalk SFU
Simple, secure, scalable real-time video conferences up to 4k,
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OpenVidu
Self-hosted platform for real-time video applications
| Feature | MiroTalk SFU | OpenVidu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Video Conferencing | Video Conferencing |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, kubernetes, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,080 | ★ 2,123 |
| First released | 2020 | 2017 |
| Replaces | — | Twilio Video, Agora |
Why pick each one
Choose MiroTalk SFU if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (3.1k GitHub stars)
- Written in JavaScript
Choose OpenVidu if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Active community (2.1k GitHub stars)
Frequently asked questions
Is MiroTalk SFU or OpenVidu better?
MiroTalk SFU is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider OpenVidu if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are MiroTalk SFU and OpenVidu free and open-source?
Yes. MiroTalk SFU is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and OpenVidu under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run MiroTalk SFU and OpenVidu with Docker?
MiroTalk SFU: yes. OpenVidu: yes.