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Starbase 80 vs start.me: catalog facts
Starbase 80	start.me
Free Free and open source under the MIT licence.	Freemium A free account is available, with paid options offered beyond it.
Web, Self-hosted	Web
Configured from a single JSON file Works on mobile and desktop with automatic dark mode	Visual start page reachable from any device Keeps links and notes together
No live integration with Docker or service status Config changes need a container restart	Requires an account and an internet connection Hosted only, with no self-hosted option
Self-hosted	Web application, Hosted service
Open source	Closed source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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