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ntfy vs OpenSprinkler

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted home automation options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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NT ntfy Send push notifications to your phone via simple HTTP VS OP OpenSprinkler Open-source internet-connected irrigation controller
FeaturentfyOpenSprinkler
CategoryHome AutomationHome Automation
LicenseApache-2.0GPL-3.0
LanguageGoC++
Setup difficultyEasyMedium
Min. RAM64 MB32 MB
Deploymentdocker, binarybinary, source
GitHub stars★ 33,263★ 553
First released20212012
ReplacesPushover, PushbulletRachio

Why pick each one

Choose ntfy if…

  • Extremely easy to use
  • Cross-platform apps
ntfy details

Choose OpenSprinkler if…

  • Fully local operation
  • Open hardware design
OpenSprinkler details

Frequently asked questions

Is ntfy or OpenSprinkler better?

ntfy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider OpenSprinkler if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are ntfy and OpenSprinkler free and open-source?

Yes. ntfy is licensed under Apache-2.0 and OpenSprinkler under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run ntfy and OpenSprinkler with Docker?

ntfy: yes. OpenSprinkler: check the project docs for container support.

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