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TYPO3 CMS vs WonderCMS

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.

TYPO3 CMS

Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

TYPO3 CMS combines structured content, editorial controls, and multilingual support in a self-hosted system. Its free CMS plan and extended support options give teams different paths, while the deployment requirements remain their responsibility.

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WonderCMS

Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+2

WonderCMS focuses on simple sites with a lightweight, file-based setup and straightforward installation. Its single-administrator model makes it less suitable for teams needing separate accounts or permissions.

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The facts

	TYPO3 CMS	WonderCMS
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Yes
Runs on	API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web	API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	See the plans	Free or on request
Plans published	2	2
Maker	TYPO3 CMS	WonderCMS
Website	typo3.com	wondercms.com
On content management systems	#8 of 165	#4 of 165

TYPO3 CMS: what it does well

Built-in multilingual and multi-domain structures
Role and permission controls for editorial teams
Includes media library and SEO tools
LTS releases receive three years of free official support
Free CMS plan listed as free

What to know first

Self-hosted system requirements apply
TYPO3 v12 ELTS is listed at €3,200 a year
System requirements for TYPO3 14 include specified PHP and database versions

WonderCMS: what it does well

Free and open-source self-hosted plan
No relational database required
In-place editing and clean URLs
SEO fields and media library included
HTTPS and CSRF protections listed

What to know first

Only one administrator and password
No multiple users, permissions, or roles
Plugin and theme counts are capped
NGINX and IIS need configuration

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