grimmory-tools/grimmoryGitHub
Same self-hosted library-server class; choose if you want a simpler all-in-one that also includes audiobooks.
A self-hosted library for your ebooks, comics, and audiobooks
- 4.4k
- Java
- AGPL-3.0
active15d ago
Kareadita/Kavita Alternatives
self-hosted reading server
Kavita is a self-hosted, cross-platform reading server for manga, comics, and ebooks (CBZ, EPUB, PDF, etc.) with rich metadata, user management, web readers, and OPDS support.
Drop-in peers
Same problem, same approach. Swapping one for another is a config change, not a rewrite.
booklore-app/bookloreGitHub
Same self-hosted library-server class; choose if you prefer a JVM-based stack with built-in readers and OPDS over Kavita's .NET stack.
BookLore: A self-hosted, multi-user digital library with smart shelves, auto metadata, Kobo & KOReader sync, BookDrop imports, OPDS support, and a built-in reader for EPUB, PDF, and comics.
- 1.2k
- Java
- AGPL-3.0
active17d ago
gotson/komgaGitHub
Direct self-hosted media server for comics/manga/ebooks with OPDS; choose if you want a Kotlin/JVM server with tight Kobo/KOReader sync.
Media server for comics/mangas/BDs/magazines/eBooks with API, OPDS, Kobo Sync and KOReader Sync support
- 6.6k
- Kotlin
- MIT
active1mo ago
Older generation, or narrower
An earlier or more limited way to do the job. Still the right call when you need something small, proven, or CPU-only.
Difegue/LANraragiGitHub
Lightweight manga/doujinshi-only server; choose for low-resource NAS setups when you don't need ebooks or full metadata.
Web application for archival and reading of manga/doujinshi. Lightweight and Docker-ready for NAS/servers.
- 3.1k
- Perl
- MIT
active25d ago
mrmn2/PdfDingGitHub
PDF-focused self-hosted manager/viewer; choose when you need PDF editing and don't need comics/ebooks.
Selfhosted PDF manager, viewer and editor offering a seamless user experience on multiple devices.
- 1.9k
- Python
- AGPL-3.0
active2mo ago
allaboutduncan/clu-comicsGitHub
Comic-focused self-hosted server; choose if you want batch conversion/ComicInfo workflows and don't need ebook support.
Self-hosted comic library manager — bulk CBR to CBZ conversion, CBZ editing, ComicInfo.xml metadata, download automation, track your reading, and user accounts to share with others. Runs in Docker.
- 278
- Python
- GPL-3.0
active19d ago
happypandax/happypandaxGitHub
Older self-hosted manga server/client; choose if you need a lightweight unmaintained codebase that still runs for personal use.
A cross-platform server and client application for managing and reading manga and doujinshi
- 822
- JavaScript
- LGPL-3.0
dormant3.4y ago
Listed as an alternative to
These projects were analysed and named Kavita among their alternatives. The relationship is not symmetric — how Kavita rates them is a separate judgement, made when Kavita is analysed in its own right.
gotson/komgaGitHub
calls Kavita “choose if you want a mature .NET/C# reading server with broad format support and a polished web reader.”
Media server for comics/mangas/BDs/magazines/eBooks with API, OPDS, Kobo Sync and KOReader Sync support
6.6kKotlinactive
happypandax/happypandaxGitHub
calls Kavita “Choose it for a faster C# server with broad book/comic format support and active development.”
A cross-platform server and client application for managing and reading manga and doujinshi
822JavaScriptdormant
koreader/koreaderGitHub
calls Kavita “choose for a self-hosted reading server with web UI for books/comics on any device.”
An ebook reader application supporting PDF, DjVu, EPUB, FB2 and many more formats, running on Cervantes, Kindle, Kobo, PocketBook and Android devices
29.8kLuaactive
koodo-reader/koodo-readerGitHub
calls Kavita “Choose for a self-hosted multi-user server organizing and reading a large collection across devices; different deployment model than a local app.”
A modern ebook manager and reader with sync and backup capacities for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and Web
28.2kJavaScriptactive
kovidgoyal/calibreGitHub
calls Kavita “Self-hosted reading server; choose for web-based access to your library instead of a desktop app.”
The official source code repository for the calibre ebook manager
26.0kPythonactive
readest/readestGitHub
calls Kavita “Choose it when you want a self-hosted multi-user reading server instead of a client-side app.”
Readest is a modern, feature-rich ebook reader designed for avid readers offering seamless cross-platform access, powerful tools, and an intuitive interface to elevate your reading experience.
23.9kTypeScriptactive
Anxcye/anx-readerGitHub
calls Kavita “Use it when you want a self-hosted server to share your library across many devices rather than a client-side app.”
Featuring powerful AI capabilities and supporting various e-book formats, it makes reading smarter and more focused.
8.7kDartactive