Nextcloud All-in-One vs Stalwart
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted file sync & storage options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Nextcloud All-in-One
Containerized turnkey Nextcloud deployment
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Stalwart
All-in-one Mail & Collaboration server
| Feature | Nextcloud All-in-One | Stalwart |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | File Sync & Storage |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | free |
| Language | PHP | Rust |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, one-click |
| GitHub stars | ★ 10,238 | ★ 14,059 |
| First released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Replaces | Dropbox, Google Drive | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud All-in-One if…
- Much simpler than manual setup
- Backup and update built in
- Officially supported
Choose Stalwart if…
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- One-click install on common self-host platforms
- Mature project with 14.1k GitHub stars
Frequently asked questions
Is Nextcloud All-in-One or Stalwart better?
Neither is universally better. Stalwart has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Nextcloud All-in-One and Stalwart free and open-source?
Yes. Nextcloud All-in-One is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Stalwart under free. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Nextcloud All-in-One and Stalwart with Docker?
Nextcloud All-in-One: yes. Stalwart: yes.