There are 2 open-source alternatives to NW.js in this directory. The most popular is Electron with 120.8k GitHub stars, followed by Pake(36.7k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.
| # | Tool | Stars | Language | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electron Build cross-platform desktop apps using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS with Electron, integrating web technologies into native desktop applications. | 120.8k | C++ | MIT License |
| 2 | Pake Pake allows you to turn any webpage into a lightweight desktop application using Rust, enabling multi-platform support. | 36.7k | Rust | MIT License |
Build cross-platform desktop apps using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS with Electron, integrating web technologies into native desktop applications.
Pake allows you to turn any webpage into a lightweight desktop application using Rust, enabling multi-platform support.
The top three are Electron(120.8k stars), Pake(36.7k stars). All are open source and free to use.
Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.
Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.
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