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Best Java CMS in 2026

Java CMS tools help teams create, manage, and deliver digital content. The options span web, API, self-hosted, Linux, Windows, and macOS environments.

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    CrafterCMS

    by CrafterCMS
    Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

    CrafterCMS offers distinct support and deployment models, from an open-source self-hosted release to fully managed SaaS. The listed plans do not include prices, so check with the maker for plan costs.

    9.1 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    Enonic XP

    by Enonic XP
    Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+2
    9.0 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    Jahia DXP

    Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

    Jahia DXP brings publishing, customer data and experience tools into one platform, with several deployment options.

    8.9 Pricing on request Visit site
  4. 4

    Cloud CMS

    by Cloud CMS
    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Cloud CMS combines editorial workflows, version tracking, scheduled releases, and APIs for content operations.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $220/mo Visit site
  5. 5

    dotCMS

    by dotCMS
    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Choose dotCMS if you need a broad content platform with visual editing, developer tools, multiple publishing options, and flexible deployment.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
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    HCL Digital Experience

    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    HCL DX brings content management, personalization, integrations, and multiple deployment options into one enterprise platform.

    7.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  7. 7

    OpenCms

    by OpenCms
    Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

    Choose OpenCms if your organization needs a free, self-hosted system for managing many websites centrally, with multiple editing and content-access options.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
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    Magnolia DXP

    by Magnolia DXP
    Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb

    Magnolia DXP combines authoring, personalization, AI assistance, and integrations for organizations with complex digital footprints.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
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    OpenWGA

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.1 Free plan · pricing on request Visit site
  10. 10

    PublicCMS

    Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
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    Adobe Experience Manager Assets

    by Adobe Experience Manager Assets
    Paid API

    Adobe Experience Manager Assets combines asset organization, governance, sharing, optimization, and integrations in a cloud-native DAM.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Bloomreach Content

    by Bloomreach Content
    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+2

    Bloomreach Content combines multi-channel content management, localization, and editorial tools with cloud or on-premise deployment options.

    5.7 Pricing on request Visit site
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    RWS Tridion Sites

    by RWS Tridion Sites
    Paid APISelf-hostedWeb

    Tridion Sites covers multichannel content management, reuse, and delivery for enterprise publishing needs.

    5.2 Pricing on request Visit site
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    OpenText Web CMS

    Paid Web

    Consider OpenText Web CMS if your organization needs a CMS with personalization, headless delivery, experimentation, journey orchestration, analytics, and digital asset support.

    4.2 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Omni CMS (Modern Campus CMS)

    Paid Web
    4.1 Pricing on request Visit site
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    Percussion CMS

    Paid Web
    3.9 Pricing on request Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare free plans, paid starting prices, trials, and open-source licences before choosing. Assess deployment requirements, headless publishing, editorial workflow, localization, Java-version compatibility, and content APIs.

Questions

What does Java CMS mean?

It is content-management software designed for Java environments. These options can operate through web, API, self-hosted, Linux, Windows, or macOS setups.

Can I use a Java CMS for free?

A free plan is offered by items on this list, and a free trial is offered by items on this list. Check the terms and limits for the tool you choose.

Are any Java CMS options open source?

Open-source code is offered by items on this list. Review the licence to confirm whether it permits the code use or changes you need.

What should I compare between Java CMS tools?

Review free plans, paid starting prices, headless delivery, deployment, content workflow, localization, Java version support, and content APIs.

Which Java CMS tools show pricing on request?

Pricing is available on request for HCL Digital Experience, Jahia DXP, Omni CMS, and OpenText Web CMS.

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