This is the first self-hosted app I've used that actually feels better than its cloud alternative

Immich, a self-hosted photo and video storage service, is presented as a genuine improvement over cloud alternatives like OneDrive and Google Photos. It offers a fast, modern UI similar to Google Photos, AI features like facial recognition and duplicate detection that run locally, multi-user support, and unlimited storage limited only by your hardware. Unlike most self-hosted apps that require compromise, Immich is described as matching or exceeding the usability of commercial cloud services while keeping data private and eliminating subscription costs.