elk-native
The premium Open Source alternative to TweetDeck
🎯 Best for:Users seeking a fast, native Mastodon experience on desktop.
What is elk-native?
A native desktop alternative to the standard Mastodon web interface. It leverages Tauri and Vue to provide a nimble, multi-account experience with minimal memory overhead.
Tech Stack
RustSocial Networks
Why elk-native?
- • Extremely lightweight
- • Native OS notifications
- • Clean, modern UI
Limitations
- • Limited to Mastodon API
- • Requires local installation
- • Beta-stage features
2/13/2026
Last Update
16
Forks
11
Issues
MIT
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on TweetDeck)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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