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PediaPress vs PWO Books
Both stand on print-on-demand platforms. 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
PediaPress combines wiki collection tools with on-demand printing and document conversion. It is useful for structured publications, but custom content additions are not currently supported and printed pricing varies by order details.
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PWO Books combines free platform access with optional publishing services and broad distribution. Its fit depends on whether you need paid editorial help, regional-language support, and worldwide print fulfillment.
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| PediaPress | PWO Books | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Custom printed books: €7.94, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | PediaPress | PWO Books |
| Website | pediapress.com | pwobooks.com |
| On print-on-demand platforms | #105 of 178 | #101 of 178 |
PediaPress: what it does well
- Global print fulfillment
- Automatic covers and indexes
- MediaWiki Collection Extension integration
- PDF download from the wiki
- Personalization and design options
What to know first
- Books limited to approximately 800 pages per volume
- Users cannot add their own content
- Custom printing price varies
- Privacy statement last revised April 25, 2008
PWO Books: what it does well
- Free plan with no upfront platform fee
- Editing includes developmental, copyediting, and proofreading
- Distribution reaches more than 140 countries
- Authors retain copyright and creative control
- Print-on-demand ships from regional hubs
What to know first
- Professional services cost extra and require a quote
- Custom cover design is marked coming soon
- Royalties subtract printing and distribution costs
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