SuperTokens vs Zentral
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted identity & sso options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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SuperTokens
Open-source user authentication you can self-host
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Zentral
Endpoint identity, configuration and compliance platform
| Feature | SuperTokens | Zentral |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Identity & SSO | Identity & SSO |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Java | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15,250 | ★ 875 |
| First released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Auth0, Firebase Auth | Jamf, Kandji |
Why pick each one
Choose Zentral if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is SuperTokens or Zentral better?
SuperTokens is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Zentral if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are SuperTokens and Zentral free and open-source?
Yes. SuperTokens is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Zentral under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run SuperTokens and Zentral with Docker?
SuperTokens: yes. Zentral: yes.