Immich vs Syncthing
Both in File sync & storage โ compared item by item
| Immich | Syncthing | |
|---|---|---|
| Stars | โ 114.8k | โ 88.9k |
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MPL-2.0 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-23 | 2026-09-23 |
| Usage | ๐ณ Self-hosted | ๐ป Desktop / ๐ณ Self-hosted |
| Platforms | โ | โ |
| Category | File sync & storage | File sync & storage |
How to choose
- Only Syncthing supports a desktop app.
- Both have comparable traction, so pick based on features and day-to-day experience.
- Different licenses (AGPL-3.0 vs MPL-2.0) โ check the terms before commercial use.