Calibre-Web vs Kavita vs Komga
Self-hosted libraries for e-books and comics. Calibre-Web is great for e-books; Komga focuses on manga/comics; Kavita handles both well and has a fast web reader.
| Tool | ★ GitHub | License | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 17,568 | GPL-3.0 | Python |
| | 10,995 | GPL-3.0 | .NET, Docker |
| | 6,375 | MIT | Java, Docker |
Popularity (★ on GitHub)
Calibre Web 17,568
Kavita 10,995
Komga 6,375
Browse, read and download eBooks using an existing Calibre database.
Cross-platform e-book/manga/comic/pdf server and web reader with user management, ratings and reviews, and metadata support.
Media server for comics/mangas/BDs with API and OPDS support, a modern web interface for exploring your libraries, as well as a web reader.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best self-hosted alternative among Calibre Web, Kavita, Komga?
It depends on your case. Calibre Web is the most popular (17,568 stars). Compare license, platform and features in the table above.
Are Calibre Web, Kavita, Komga free?
Yes, they're all open source and self-hosted — you run them on your own server with no monthly fee.