BlogEngine.NET vs HTMLy
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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BlogEngine.NET
Full-featured blogging platform for the .NET stack
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HTMLy
Databaseless PHP blogging platform
| Feature | BlogEngine.NET | HTMLy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | MS-PL | MIT |
| Language | C# | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 987 | ★ 1,354 |
| First released | 2007 | 2014 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Blogger | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Choose BlogEngine.NET if…
- Good fit for the .NET stack
- No database required option
Frequently asked questions
Is BlogEngine.NET or HTMLy better?
HTMLy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider BlogEngine.NET if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are BlogEngine.NET and HTMLy free and open-source?
Yes. BlogEngine.NET is licensed under MS-PL and HTMLy under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run BlogEngine.NET and HTMLy with Docker?
BlogEngine.NET: check the project docs for container support. HTMLy: yes.