OpenBoard Interactive vs Razzia
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted learning & courses options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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OpenBoard Interactive
Interactive whiteboard software for teaching
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Razzia
Quiz platform for smaller events
| Feature | OpenBoard Interactive | Razzia |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | C++ | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 3,020 | ★ 981 |
| First released | 2018 | 2026 |
| Replaces | SMART Notebook, Promethean | — |
Why pick each one
Choose OpenBoard Interactive if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (3k GitHub stars)
- Written in C++
Choose Razzia if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Written in TypeScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenBoard Interactive or Razzia better?
OpenBoard Interactive is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Razzia if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are OpenBoard Interactive and Razzia free and open-source?
Yes. OpenBoard Interactive is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Razzia under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenBoard Interactive and Razzia with Docker?
OpenBoard Interactive: check the project docs for container support. Razzia: check the project docs for container support.