Tutor vs Scratch
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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Tutor
Docker-based distribution of the Open edX platform
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Scratch
Programming language to create your own interactive stories, games,
| Feature | Tutor | Scratch |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | Python | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 4,096 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | docker, kubernetes | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,123 | ★ 4,811 |
| First released | 2018 | 2023 |
| Replaces | Coursera for Campus, Canvas | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Tutor if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Kubernetes-ready with Helm charts available
- Active community (1.1k GitHub stars)
Choose Scratch if…
- Released under the BSD-3-Clause license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (4.8k GitHub stars)
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Tutor or Scratch better?
Scratch is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Tutor if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Tutor and Scratch free and open-source?
Yes. Tutor is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Scratch under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Tutor and Scratch with Docker?
Tutor: yes. Scratch: check the project docs for container support.