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Danbyte vs OpenIPAM
Both stand on ip address management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Danbyte combines IPAM, DCIM, discovery and automation in a free, self-hosted platform. Its breadth may suit infrastructure teams, but installation requires PostgreSQL and Redis, and the cloud service is not yet available.
Visit Danbyte Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
OpenIPAM brings address management, DHCP tracking, and infrastructure inventory into a free tool with browser-only and self-hosted options. Its listed contribution gaps include role-based access control, DNS records, topology visualization, and advanced reporting.
Visit OpenIPAMThe facts
| Danbyte | OpenIPAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | danbyte.net | github.com |
| On ip address management software | #1 of 43 | #4 of 43 |
Danbyte: what it does well
- Free and open source with all features included.
- No seat license or license expiry.
- Can run fully air-gapped on user hardware.
- Tracks IP space, racks, cabling and virtual infrastructure.
- Includes Ansible and Terraform inventory options.
What to know first
- Linux quick installer requires PostgreSQL 15+ and Redis.
- Danbyte Cloud has no listed price and is coming soon.
- Deployment is on-premises/self-hosted.
OpenIPAM: what it does well
- Tracks DHCP scopes, leases, reservations, and utilization.
- Inventory supports 14 host types.
- Browser mode keeps data in the browser.
- Server mode offers a REST API.
- Supports CSV host import and JSON backup and restore.
What to know first
- Role-based access control is listed as a wanted contribution.
- DNS record management is listed as a wanted contribution.
- Topology visualization is listed as a wanted contribution.
- Advanced reporting is listed as a wanted contribution.
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