Mylar3 vs Tranga
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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Mylar3
Automated comic book downloader and library manager
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Tranga
Automated manga downloader for Komga and Kavita
| Feature | Mylar3 | Tranga |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-books & Media Library | E-books & Media Library |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | C# |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,453 | ★ 386 |
| First released | 2018 | 2023 |
| Replaces | ComiXology | ComiXology |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Mylar3 or Tranga better?
Neither is universally better. Mylar3 has the larger community, while Tranga is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Mylar3 and Tranga free and open-source?
Yes. Mylar3 is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Tranga under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Mylar3 and Tranga with Docker?
Mylar3: yes. Tranga: yes.