CryptPadvsHeyForm
Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.
| CryptPad | HeyForm | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 71/100 | 68/100 |
| Rank in category | #2 of 6 in Office Suites | #3 of 6 in Form Builder |
| GitHub stars | 8 031 | 9 054 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +79 | +68 |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 7 | 6 |
| Latest release | 2026.10.0 · 21 Oct 2026 | v3.0.5 · 24 Oct 2026 |
| Setup | Advanced | Moderate |
| Official Docker image | Yes | Yes |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Main language | JavaScript | Typescript |
Which one should you pick?
CryptPad scores 71/100 against 68/100 for HeyForm, so it is the safer default.
CryptPad ships more often: 7 stable releases in the past year, against 6 for HeyForm.
If you want the quickest setup, HeyForm is easier to run; CryptPad needs more configuration.
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