# NodeBB vs Octoprint

> Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.

| | NodeBB | Octoprint |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 73/100 | 73/100 |
| Rank in category | #4 of 69 in Social Networks & Forums | #1 of 22 in 3D Printing |
| GitHub stars | 15 244 ✓ | 9 170 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +19 | +60 ✓ |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 31 ✓ | 5 |
| Latest release | v4.16.5 · 28 Oct 2026 ✓ | 1.11.8 · 23 Jun 2026 |
| Setup | Moderate | Moderate ✓ |
| Official Docker image | Yes | Yes |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Main language | JavaScript | Python |

## Which one should you pick?

NodeBB and Octoprint score the same (73/100), so the choice comes down to the details below.

NodeBB ships more often: 31 stable releases in the past year, against 5 for Octoprint.

Octoprint is growing faster right now (+60 stars in 30 days).

## Details

- [NodeBB](https://selfhost.directory/project/nodebb) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/nodebb.md)
- [Octoprint](https://selfhost.directory/project/octoprint) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/octoprint.md)

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Source: https://selfhost.directory/compare/nodebb-vs-octoprint