ownCloud Web vs Twake Drive
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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ownCloud Web
Modern web frontend for ownCloud file sharing
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Twake Drive
Open-source collaborative file storage and workspace
| Feature | ownCloud Web | Twake Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 567 | ★ 980 |
| First released | 2020 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Dropbox, Google Drive | Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive |
Why pick each one
Choose ownCloud Web if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in TypeScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Choose Twake Drive if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Frequently asked questions
Is ownCloud Web or Twake Drive better?
Neither is universally better. Twake Drive has the larger community, while ownCloud Web is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are ownCloud Web and Twake Drive free and open-source?
Yes. ownCloud Web is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Twake Drive under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run ownCloud Web and Twake Drive with Docker?
ownCloud Web: yes. Twake Drive: yes.