Review Board

Self-Hosted

Open-source code review and project management tool

Overview

Review Board is an open-source collaborative tool for code, document, and media review, streamlining project management workflows. It supports Git, SVN, Mercurial, and other VCS, enabling inline feedback, change tracking, and quality assurance before merging. Integrates with Jira, Bugzilla, and issue trackers. Deploy via Docker or install on Linux/macOS/Windows using Python, with customizable workflows and reporting tools to monitor progress. Ideal for teams prioritizing self-hosted data control.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  review_board:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: review-board
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Collaborative code, document, and media review
Multi-VCS support (Git, SVN, Mercurial)
Integration with Jira, Bugzilla, and issue trackers

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Review Board hard to install?

Review Board can be installed via Docker (simpler option) or manually using Python. Docker reduces setup complexity, while manual installation needs configuring Apache/Nginx, PostgreSQL/MySQL, and dependencies. Comprehensive docs guide users through both methods, making it manageable for tech-savvy teams.

? Is it a good alternative to GitHub Pull Requests?

Yes—Review Board offers structured multi-round reviews, formal approval processes, and broader VCS/issue tracker integration than GitHub PRs. It’s ideal for self-hosted teams needing more control over review workflows and data privacy.

? Is Review Board completely free?

Yes—Review Board is open-source under the MIT License, so there are no subscription fees. Costs only apply to hosting (server or cloud infrastructure) and maintenance, making it fully free for core usage.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - Project Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Self-hosted for full data privacy and control
⊕ No subscription fees (MIT licensed)
⊕ Flexible workflows and wide tool integrations

Cons

⊖ Requires technical server setup (Docker or manual install)
⊖ Steeper learning curve for advanced workflows
⊖ Outdated UI compared to modern SaaS alternatives