Dashy vs Heimdall
Pros and cons
Each app's own strengths and weaknesses, plus the specs where Dashy and Heimdall differ.
Dashy
Pros
- 50+ bundled widgets
- Status checks for services
- YAML or browser config
- Runs on a Raspberry Pi
Cons
- No uptime history or alerts
- Manual user setup in YAML
- No 32-bit ARM images
Heimdall
Pros
- App tiles with icons and search
- Enhanced apps show live data
- Single small Docker container
- htpasswd password protection
Cons
- No Docker container status
- Tiles edited one at a time
- Private IP checks blocked by default
Dashy vs Heimdall: specs side by side
Every spec for both apps in one table. Values in bold are where one app has the edge, and amber ones are worth a second look before you install.
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