Frigate vs ZoneMinder
Self-hosted camera surveillance. Frigate uses local AI detection and integrates with Home Assistant; ZoneMinder is the veteran — robust and with many recording features.
| Tool | ★ GitHub | License | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 33,900 | MIT | Docker, Python, Nodejs |
| | 5,862 | GPL-2.0 | PHP, deb |
Popularity (★ on GitHub)
Frigate 33,900
Zoneminder 5,862
Frigate monitors security cameras with locally processed AI object detection. Self-hosted, it integrates with Home Assistant and keeps your recordings off the cloud.
Closed-circuit television (CCTV) software application which supports IP, USB and Analog cameras.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best self-hosted alternative among Frigate, Zoneminder?
It depends on your case. Frigate is the most popular (33,900 stars). Compare license, platform and features in the table above.
Are Frigate, Zoneminder free?
Yes, they're all open source and self-hosted — you run them on your own server with no monthly fee.