NodeBBvsRspamd
Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.
| NodeBB | Rspamd | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 73/100 | 65/100 |
| Rank in category | #4 of 69 in Social Networks & Forums | #1 of 4 in Anti-Spam |
| GitHub stars | 15 243 | 2 559 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +18 | +27 |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 31 | 14 |
| Latest release | v4.16.5 · 28 Oct 2026 | 4.2.3 · 21 Oct 2026 |
| Setup | Moderate | Advanced |
| Official Docker image | Yes | Yes |
| License | GPL-3.0 | Other |
| Main language | JavaScript | C |
Which one should you pick?
NodeBB scores 73/100 against 65/100 for Rspamd, so it is the safer default.
NodeBB ships more often: 31 stable releases in the past year, against 14 for Rspamd.
If you want the quickest setup, NodeBB is easier to run; Rspamd needs more configuration.
NodeBB details →Rspamd details →