Part-DB 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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Part-DB
Web-based inventory for electronic components
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PartKeepr
Inventory management for electronic parts
| Feature | Part-DB | PartKeepr |
|---|---|---|
| Category | CRM & Business Apps | CRM & Business Apps |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,719 | ★ 1,530 |
| First released | 2017 | 2012 |
| Replaces | NetSuite | NetSuite |
Why pick each one
Choose Part-DB if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Active community (1.7k GitHub stars)
- Written in PHP
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 Part-DB or PartKeepr better?
Neither is universally better. Part-DB has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Part-DB and PartKeepr free and open-source?
Yes. Part-DB is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and PartKeepr under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Part-DB and PartKeepr with Docker?
Part-DB: yes. PartKeepr: yes.