ownCloud 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
Open-source file sync, share and content collaboration
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Twake Drive
Open-source collaborative file storage and workspace
| Feature | ownCloud | Twake Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Category | File Sync & Storage | Groupware |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 8,831 | ★ 980 |
| First released | 2010 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Dropbox, Google Drive | Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive |
Why pick each one
Choose ownCloud if…
- Mature and stable
- Enterprise features available
- Good admin controls
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 or Twake Drive better?
ownCloud is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Twake Drive if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are ownCloud and Twake Drive free and open-source?
Yes. ownCloud 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 and Twake Drive with Docker?
ownCloud: yes. Twake Drive: yes.