Transformer LabvsValkey
Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.
| Transformer Lab | Valkey | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 61/100 | 81/100 |
| Rank in category | #12 of 25 in LLM Inference | #3 of 38 in Databases |
| GitHub stars | 5 200 | 27 552 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +3 | +270 |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 9 | 22 |
| Latest release | v0.40.1 · 19 Jun 2026 | 9.0.7 · 27 Oct 2026 |
| Setup | Moderate | Easy |
| Official Docker image | No | Yes |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Main language | Python | C |
Which one should you pick?
Valkey scores 81/100 against 61/100 for Transformer Lab, so it is the safer default.
Valkey ships more often: 22 stable releases in the past year, against 9 for Transformer Lab.
If you want the quickest setup, Valkey is easier to run; Transformer Lab needs more configuration.
Valkey is growing faster right now (+270 stars in 30 days).
Transformer Lab details →Valkey details →