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Feed dashboard nono Reader-self vs RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted rss & news readers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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FE Feed dashboard nono Reader-self PHP RSS aggregator with a Google Reader API VS RS RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed Simple and smart RSS and Atom feed reader
FeatureFeed dashboard nono Reader-selfRSS aggregator nono KrISS feed
Deploy effortUnder-an-hour setupRead-the-docs project
Health score5 · At risk68 · Good
CategoryRSS & News ReadersRSS & News Readers
LicenseMITMIT
LanguagePHPPHP
Setup difficultyEasyEasy
Min. RAM128 MB64 MB
Deploymentbare-metal, dockerbare-metal
GitHub stars★ 153★ 293
First released20132012
ReplacesGoogle Reader, FeedlyGoogle Reader, Feedly

What are Feed dashboard nono Reader-self and RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed?

Feed dashboard nono Reader-self

Reader Self is a self-hosted RSS and Atom feed aggregator written in PHP with a responsive interface. It exposes a Google Reader compatible API for use with mobile applications.

  • Google Reader API support
  • Responsive interface
  • Works with mobile clients

RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed

KrISS feed is a simple and smart, no-database RSS and Atom feed reader contained in a single PHP file. It is easy to install on any web host and offers a clean keyboard-friendly interface.

  • Single-file PHP reader
  • No database needed
  • Keyboard-friendly interface

Feed dashboard nono Reader-self vs RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed: key differences

Both projects are written in PHP. RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed is the lighter option, starting around 64 MB of RAM against 128 MB for Feed dashboard nono Reader-self. Feed dashboard nono Reader-self lists first-class Docker deployment; RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed does not.

Why pick each one

Choose Feed dashboard nono Reader-self if…

  • Released under the MIT license
  • Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
  • First-class Docker support for quick deployment
  • Written in PHP
Feed dashboard nono Reader-self details

Choose RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed if…

  • Released under the MIT license
  • Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
  • Written in PHP
  • Tiny footprint — runs in 64 MB RAM
RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed details

Frequently asked questions

Is Feed dashboard nono Reader-self or RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed better?

Neither is universally better. RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.

Are Feed dashboard nono Reader-self and RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed free and open-source?

Yes. Feed dashboard nono Reader-self is licensed under MIT and RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run Feed dashboard nono Reader-self and RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed with Docker?

Feed dashboard nono Reader-self: yes. RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed: check the project docs for container support.

Which is lighter on resources, Feed dashboard nono Reader-self or RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed?

RSS aggregator nono KrISS feed has the smaller minimum footprint at 64 MB of RAM, compared to about 128 MB for Feed dashboard nono Reader-self. Real-world usage depends on library size, user count, and enabled features.

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