Guides

Which app fits which need, in plain language - honest tradeoffs, then a one-click way to try it with your AI.

Actual Budget vs Firefly III vs Sure: private budgeting, compared

Three private, self-hosted budgeting apps compared: Actual Budget, Firefly III and Sure. Who each one suits, honest tradeoffs, and what they cost to run.

Immich vs PhotoPrism vs LibrePhotos: a private home for your family photos

Three self-hosted Google Photos alternatives compared: Immich, PhotoPrism and LibrePhotos. Who each one suits, honest tradeoffs, and what they cost to run.

Mealie vs KitchenOwl vs Grocy: recipes, meal plans and shopping lists, privately

Three self-hosted kitchen apps compared: Mealie, KitchenOwl and Grocy. Who each one suits, honest tradeoffs, and what they cost to run.