Modern open source with e-commerce and payments
Loxya is a French open source project in PHP, oriented towards equipment lending for associations. It's a good tool for free lending, but lacks commercial features. Louez.io is also open source but with a modern stack (Next.js/React), native Stripe payments and an integrated e-commerce shop.
Key differences
Modern JavaScript stack
LouezLouez uses Next.js 14 and React, modern and performant technologies. Loxya uses PHP, an older stack.
Native Stripe payments
LouezLouez natively integrates Stripe for online payments and deposits. Loxya has no integrated payment system.
Native e-commerce shop
LouezLouez includes a shop where your customers can book and pay directly. Loxya is oriented towards internal management without a shop.
Hosted SaaS version
LouezLouez offers a hosted SaaS version, ready to use. Loxya requires mandatory self-hosting.
Simplified deployment
LouezLouez deploys with one Docker command with complete documentation. Loxya requires more technical configuration.
Customer portal for your renters
LouezLouez offers a dedicated space where your customers can view their contracts and invoices. Loxya doesn't have this feature.
Native automatic SMS
LouezLouez includes automatic SMS sending for reminders and confirmations. This feature doesn't exist in Loxya.
Modern and responsive interface
LouezLouez has a modern web interface, mobile optimized. Loxya's interface is more basic.
Commercial rental oriented
LouezLouez is designed for commercial rental with billing. Loxya is more oriented towards free associative lending.
Community and support
LouezLouez offers a SaaS option with support. Loxya is community-only without dedicated support.
Features
When to choose
- You do commercial rental with payments
- You need an e-commerce shop for your customers
- You want to accept online payments and deposits
- You prefer a hosted SaaS option without server management
- Your customers need access to their documents
- You want to send automatic reminder SMS
- You prefer a modern stack and polished interface
When to choose
Loxya- You only do free equipment lending (associations, libraries)
- You prefer PHP to JavaScript for contributions
- You don't need payments or an online shop
Total transparency for your rental software
Public source code
The complete code is available on GitHub. Audit, verify, and understand exactly what happens with your data.
Unlimited customization
Modify, adapt, or add any feature. Your tech team or a contractor can work freely.
Contributions welcome
Propose improvements, report bugs, participate in product evolution. The community shapes Louez's future.
Permissive license
Very open source license. Use Louez for your business without hidden restrictions.
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