Bashblog vs Gatsby
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted blogging platforms options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Bashblog
A single Bash script for a minimalist blog
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Gatsby
React-based static site and blog generator
| Feature | Bashblog | Gatsby |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | Shell | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 32 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,929 | ★ 55,939 |
| First released | 2012 | 2015 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Blogger | WordPress, Medium |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Bashblog or Gatsby better?
Neither is universally better. Gatsby has the larger community, while Bashblog is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Bashblog and Gatsby free and open-source?
Yes. Bashblog is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Gatsby under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Bashblog and Gatsby with Docker?
Bashblog: check the project docs for container support. Gatsby: check the project docs for container support.