Planka vs rgit
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted project management & tasks options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
| Feature | Planka | rgit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Project Management & Tasks | Project Management & Tasks |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | WTFPL |
| Language | JavaScript | Rust |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 12,330 | ★ 208 |
| First released | 2019 | 2025 |
| Replaces | Trello | — |
Why pick each one
Choose rgit if…
- Released under the WTFPL license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Rust
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Planka or rgit better?
Planka is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider rgit if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Planka and rgit free and open-source?
Yes. Planka is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and rgit under WTFPL. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Planka and rgit with Docker?
Planka: yes. rgit: yes.