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Tine

Tine (formerly Tine 2.0) is an open-source groupware and CRM platform developed by Metaways Infosystems in Hamburg, Germany, combining calendar, email, addressbook, CRM, project time tracking, and file management in a self-hosted Docker-deployable system. It targets organizations and enterprises seeking a privacy-focused on-premise digital collaboration suite with a dedicated CRM module for managing customer relationships.

3.2/5full-suiteFree (up to 5 users without license key)

Our verdict

Last verified Jun 12, 2026

Genuine groupware+CRM suite with active development (updated June 2026); loses points for opaque pricing above 5 users, small GitHub star count (19), and limited documented integrations with third-party business tools.

Rating
3.2/5
Editorial score
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Free (up to 5 users without license key)
commercial-license
Category
full-suite
Market segment

Key Features

CRM module for customer relationship and knowledge management
Addressbook with remote access and contact linking to CRM data
Calendar, tasks, and scheduling
Integrated email client
Project time tracking and billing
File manager with document management
ActiveSync, WebDAV, CalDAV, and CardDAV protocol support
Multi-device sync (iOS, Android, Thunderbird, macOS, Windows)
OCI/Docker containerized deployment
AI-ready architecture

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Actively maintained — updated June 11, 2026 by Metaways
  • Docker/OCI deployment makes setup straightforward for DevOps teams
  • Full AGPLv3 code available; all features publicly accessible
  • Strong protocol support for multi-device sync
  • Purpose-built CRM module alongside full groupware suite

Cons

  • Pricing for 6+ users is not published — requires contacting vendor
  • Very low GitHub star count (19) signals small public community
  • Not suitable as a standalone sales CRM
  • Performance at scale requires significant infrastructure expertise

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Best For

Organizations needing a self-hosted groupware suite with a dedicated CRM modulePrivacy-conscious enterprises in the EU deploying on their own OCI/Docker infrastructureTeams already using Metaways-managed services who want on-premise or cloud hybrid

Not ideal for

Small teams under 5 users wanting a free tier (license key required above 5 users)Teams wanting a standalone sales CRM without groupware featuresOrganizations needing published transparent pricing without contacting sales

Integrations

iOS (ActiveSync)
Android (ActiveSync)
Thunderbird
macOS (CalDAV/CardDAV)
Windows (CalDAV/CardDAV)
Docker / OCI container orchestration

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Additional Information

Category
full-suite
Price Range
Free (up to 5 users); commercial license required for 6+ users (contact vendor)
Pricing Model
commercial-license

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