PhotoChiotte vs Tulsi Gallery
Side-by-side comparison of two open source alternatives
PhotoChiotte
Featured tutorial Set up your own secure online media server in 5 minutes menu->help->readme. Features - browse and display media at the same time - instant jump to any media even in huge collections (graphical representation of your directory structure) - split screen to compare pictures, draw, play videos or minigames, read comics... all at the same time - integrated multiple video player (mpv, optional) - create collections, favorites - display and manage your apache/nginx online media server, upload selections directly from app - resize, crop & filter pictures and videos (using ffmpeg filters) - minigames using your pictures (puzzle, swap tiles, tilt device, ...) - draw, on top of pictures, cut/edit/comment them, and with stylus support - slideshow - zapping mode - animated wallpaper/lockscreen with your own picture selection - comic reading mode - automatic background music player - seamlessly browse forum pictures bypassing ads and crap - display pictures directly from inside archives - root screenshot and screenrecord commands - howto and online readme buttons (direct link to codeberg) for issues/suggestions - minimal power consumption (no useless redraws) - AndroidTV, Watch (Wear OS), ChromeOS, AndroidAuto support Libraries - mpv : embedded video player, filmstrips & thumbnails, resize crop & filter pictures - tor : discover service (will be released in v2) Permissions - Internet : access your online server, browse forum pictures, tor discover service - Android 10- : write external storage : only used to copy/move/delete your selections - Android 11+ : manage external storage : only used to copy/move/delete your selections - Boot : on AndroidTV the music player will restart if running when shut down
Tulsi Gallery
✨ TULSI GALLERY - ELEGANCE MEETS PRIVACY ✨ Tulsi Gallery is a beautiful, feature-rich photo gallery app that respects your privacy. With zero data collection, no ads, and thoughtful design, it's the gallery app your memories deserve. 🔒 COMPLETE PRIVACY • No data collection or transmission • No internet required (except for Google Lens) • No ads or tracking • Open source and transparent 🎨 BEAUTIFUL DESIGN • Elegant floating interface with perfect rounded corners • Smooth animations and transitions • Thoughtful spacing and layout • Customizable viewing experience 📱 POWERFUL FEATURES • Integrated Google Lens for instant visual search • Toggle between grid and date-grouped views • Intuitive photo selection and management • Secure folder with strong encryption • Advanced search by name, date, or content • Full editing capabilities without internet • Trash bin for recovering deleted photos • Detailed photo information and metadata 🗂️ SMART ORGANIZATION • Create and customize albums your way • Intelligent screenshot management • Favorites system for quick access • Intuitive navigation with optimized tab order ⚡ PERFORMANCE FOCUSED • Fast loading and smooth scrolling • Optimized for battery efficiency • Works on a wide range of devices Tulsi Gallery is a fork of LavenderPhotos, enhanced with additional features and UI improvements. This app is open source software licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0. The complete source code is available at: https://github.com/AKS-Labs/Tulsi
| Feature | PhotoChiotte | Tulsi Gallery |
|---|---|---|
| License | GPL-3.0-only | GPL-3.0-or-later |
| Install sources | F-Droid | F-DroidGitHub |
| Categories | LauncherMedia PlayerPhoto EditingGalleryVideo | Media PlayerGalleryVideo |
| Features | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking | Ad-FreeOpen SourceNo Tracking |
| Platforms | Android | Android |
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