Dashy vs Homer

Pros and cons

Each app's own strengths and weaknesses, plus the specs where Dashy and Homer 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

Homer

Pros

  • Single YAML config file
  • Static, very light page
  • Fuzzy search and shortcuts
  • Installable as a PWA
  • Multi-page layouts

Cons

  • No Docker status by default
  • Login left to a proxy
  • Themes need custom CSS

Dashy vs Homer: 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.

Spec
PriceFreeFree
LicenceMITApache-2.0
Install optionsDocker + LinuxDocker only
Web UIYesYes
Architecturex86 + ARMx86 + ARM
Stated minimum256 MB RAM · 250 MBNot stated
Containers1The app alone1The app alone
RuntimeNodeVue

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