Stract vs Whoogle Search
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted search engines options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Stract
Open-source web search engine you can self-host
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Whoogle Search
Self-hosted, ad-free, privacy-respecting Google search proxy
| Feature | Stract | Whoogle Search |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Search Engines | Search Engines |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Rust | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 4,096 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary, source | docker, kubernetes, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,376 | ★ 11,595 |
| First released | 2023 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Search, Bing | Google Search |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Stract or Whoogle Search better?
Whoogle Search is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Stract if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Stract and Whoogle Search free and open-source?
Yes. Stract is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Whoogle Search under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Stract and Whoogle Search with Docker?
Stract: yes. Whoogle Search: yes.