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CasaOS/ZimaOS (or similar) vs just Debian experience? (lemmy.today)

submitted 5 months ago by paequ2@lemmy.today to c/selfhosted@lemmy.world

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Can anyone share their experiences of running a NAS with ZimaOS or similar software vs just using Debian?

I'm pretty comfortable on the command line and like having full control over my system. I'm happily running Debian and using Docker Compose to run Immich, Home Assistant, Jellyfin, and a few other services. I also use Tailscale and have https setup.

However, I am curious to learn more about these more turnkey solutions. Are they worth switching to? I guess ZimaOS comes with a mobile app? Is that useful? Does ZimaOS make it easier for end users to use? Is managing ZimaOS annoying?

Is ZimaOS even worth considering if is not Open Source?

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[–] yyprum@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 5 months ago

I have been using casaos and sincerely it is great as a simple solution to avoid some hassles. On the other hand if you are already handling those things yourself and are fine with it, it might have less value.

I am considering some changes and now I am finding out that maybe having a backup of the configuration to set it up again later is not something I can get in casaos.

Is ZimaOS even worth considering if is not Open Source?

For me personally this is a key aspect. I would avoid any proprietary solution, or you will be left in a position where you have no control of your data. I definitely won't be checking zimaOS.

Instead I want to check and maybe try yunohost or freedombox.