Podgrab vs Podverse
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted media servers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Podgrab
Self-hosted podcast manager and downloader
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Podverse
Open-source podcast platform with sync across devices
| Feature | Podgrab | Podverse |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media Servers | Media Servers |
| License | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,983 | ★ 34 |
| First released | 2020 | 2017 |
| Replaces | Pocket Casts | Spotify Podcasts, Pocket Casts |
Why pick each one
Choose Podverse if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is Podgrab or Podverse better?
Podgrab is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Podverse if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Podgrab and Podverse free and open-source?
Yes. Podgrab is licensed under MIT and Podverse under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Podgrab and Podverse with Docker?
Podgrab: yes. Podverse: yes.