NeoDB vs Readarr
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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NeoDB
Federated catalog for books, movies, music, and games
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Readarr
E-book and audiobook collection manager
| Feature | NeoDB | Readarr |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Social Networks | E-books & Media Library |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | C# |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, source | docker, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 866 | ★ 3,476 |
| First released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Goodreads, Letterboxd | Goodreads, Audible |
Why pick each one
Choose NeoDB if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
Choose Readarr if…
- Automates collection
- Familiar Servarr interface
- Good metadata tracking
Frequently asked questions
Is NeoDB or Readarr better?
Neither is universally better. Readarr has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are NeoDB and Readarr free and open-source?
Yes. NeoDB is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Readarr under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run NeoDB and Readarr with Docker?
NeoDB: yes. Readarr: yes.