AppFlowy vs Docmost
A side-by-side comparison of two open-source tools to help you choose the right one.
| Feature | DO | |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | The open-source Notion alternative, built in Rust. | Open-source collaborative wiki and documentation. |
| GitHub stars | 64K | 18K |
| License | AGPL 3.0 | AGPL 3.0 |
| Language | Rust | TypeScript |
| Pricing | Free & Open Source | Free & Open Source |
| Self-hostable | ||
| Replaces | Notion, Confluence | Confluence, Notion |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
AppFlowy features
- Docs, wikis, and Notion-style databases
- Local-first storage with optional sync
- Kanban, grid, and calendar views
- AI writing assistant (local or cloud)
- Cross-platform desktop and mobile apps
Docmost features
- Real-time collaborative editing with live cursors
- Team spaces with granular role-based permissions
- Rich editor with tables, code blocks, and diagrams (Draw.io, Excalidraw, Mermaid)
- Self-hosted AI chat and semantic search grounded in your docs
- SSO/SAML, OpenID Connect, and LDAP for enterprises