Photoview vs Single File PHP Gallery
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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Photoview
Simple photo gallery for personal servers
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Single File PHP Gallery
Web gallery in one single PHP file
| Feature | Photoview | Single File PHP Gallery |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | ⊘ Proprietary |
| Language | Go | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,496 | — |
| First released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Photos | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Single File PHP Gallery if…
- Released under the ⊘ Proprietary license
- Written in PHP
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Photoview or Single File PHP Gallery better?
Photoview is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Single File PHP Gallery if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Photoview and Single File PHP Gallery free and open-source?
Yes. Photoview is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Single File PHP Gallery under ⊘ Proprietary. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Photoview and Single File PHP Gallery with Docker?
Photoview: yes. Single File PHP Gallery: check the project docs for container support.