Review of Content Managers

System Produced by Technology Major Capabilities Major Limitations Sites
WordPress Open Source PHP/MySQL
  • Supported by most hosting companies.
  • Several security plugins.
  • Overall security updates.
  • Supported by most hosting companies.
  • Several security plugins.
wordpress.org
Joomla Open Source PHP/MySQL
  • Robust user access control.
  • Active community and extensions.
  • Robust user access control.
  • Supported by most hosting companies.
  • Several security plugins.
jumla.org
Magento Adobe PHP/MySQL
  • Extensive e-commerce features.
  • Scalability for large online stores.
  • SEO-freidnly architecture.
  • High systemrequirements.
  • Complex for small businesses.
magento.com
Wix Wix Proprietary
  • User-friendly drag-and-drop interface.
  • App market for added functionality.
  • Suitable for small businesses and beginners.
  • Limited flexibility for advanced customizations
  • Not suitable for large or complex websites.
wix.com
Squarspace Squarespace Proprietary
  • Has integrated marketing tools.
  • Easy to use website builder.
  • Built for e-commerce.
  • Limited customization for for advanced users.
  • Not the best choice for users with highly specialized or complex website requirements.
squarespace.com
TYPO3 TYPO3 Association PHP/MySQL
  • Focused on blogging and publication.
  • Steep learning curve.
typo.org
Ghost Ghost Foundation PNode.js/MySQL
  • Focused on blogging and publication.
  • Supports multiple users.
  • Steep learning curve.
ghost.com