Side by side
BigTree CMS vs webEdition
Both stand on content management systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hostedWeb
BigTree CMS combines self-hosted PHP/MySQL publishing with scheduling, approvals, governance reminders, and media management. It is a practical fit when standard PHP and HTML, extensibility, and control over hosting matter.
Visit BigTree CMS Free plan Self-hostedWeb
webEdition combines extensive CMS modules with direct template control and self-hosted deployment. The free plan is functional but branded, while other licenses change branding and update terms.
Visit webEditionThe facts
| BigTree CMS | webEdition | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Single Use: €99, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Maker | BigTree CMS | webEdition |
| Website | bigtreecms.org | webedition.org |
| On content management systems | #106 of 165 | #110 of 165 |
BigTree CMS: what it does well
- Free, open-source self-hosted CMS
- Editorial approval roles and content scheduling
- Custom content types and SEO tools
- Media storage and image editing controls
- Listed integrations for analytics and services
What to know first
- Requires self-hosted installation and server administration
- BigTree 4.6+ requires PHP 8.1 or later
- Automatic revision history is limited by recency
webEdition: what it does well
- Open-source CMS and framework
- Precise template code control
- Includes editorial workflows
- Supports multilingual content
- Offers on-demand backups
What to know first
- Requires self-hosting
- Needs PHP and MySQL or MariaDB
- Free2Use displays webEdition branding
- Major upgrades require a new license on Single Use
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