Photonix vs Photoview
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted photo management options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Photonix
Self-hosted photo gallery with face and location detection
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Photoview
Simple photo gallery for personal servers
| Feature | Photonix | Photoview |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,954 | ★ 6,496 |
| First released | 2019 | 2019 |
| Replaces | Google Photos | Google Photos |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Photonix or Photoview better?
Photoview is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Photonix if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Photonix and Photoview free and open-source?
Yes. Photonix is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Photoview under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Photonix and Photoview with Docker?
Photonix: yes. Photoview: yes.