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| Field | Docmost | Syncthing | Lychee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Universal | Universal | Universal |
| Local support | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Paid API | No | No | No |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | MPL-2.0 | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 22196 | 90007 | 4078 |
| Last activity | November 1, 2026 | October 13, 2026 | October 26, 2026 |
| Install complexity | MODERATE | Moderate: pair both devices and share folders; APT requires official stable-v2 repository setup first | — |
| Category | Workflow | Security, Workflow | Testing, Workflow |
| Best use | Ideal for a small team that wants runbooks, product decisions, and system documentation on its own server with live editing, search, and page history. It is not a fit for teams that want zero server operations or expect SSO and granular page permissions in the free edition. | Best for an individual working across two computers or a small team sharing files with trusted devices. It moves folder changes instead of repeating manual copies, while keeping device and storage choices under your control. It does not replace independent backups or collaborative editing, and devices holding the files must be reachable. | For documentation authors and small teams checking references locally or in CI. Start with a specific file and interpret findings; it does not establish complete site or login functionality. |