OpenBoxes vs PartKeepr
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted crm & business apps options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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OpenBoxes
Open-source inventory and supply chain management
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PartKeepr
Inventory management for electronic parts
| Feature | OpenBoxes | PartKeepr |
|---|---|---|
| Category | CRM & Business Apps | CRM & Business Apps |
| License | MPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Groovy | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 871 | ★ 1,530 |
| First released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Replaces | SAP, NetSuite | NetSuite |
Why pick each one
Choose OpenBoxes if…
- Released under the MPL-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Groovy
Choose PartKeepr if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (1.5k GitHub stars)
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenBoxes or PartKeepr better?
PartKeepr is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider OpenBoxes if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are OpenBoxes and PartKeepr free and open-source?
Yes. OpenBoxes is licensed under MPL-2.0 and PartKeepr under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run OpenBoxes and PartKeepr with Docker?
OpenBoxes: yes. PartKeepr: yes.