BlogEngine.NET vs PluXml
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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PluXml
XML-based blog and CMS without a database
| Feature | BlogEngine.NET | PluXml |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | MS-PL | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | C# | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | bare-metal, docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 987 | ★ 235 |
| First released | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 PluXml better?
Neither is universally better. BlogEngine.NET has the larger community, while PluXml is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are BlogEngine.NET and PluXml free and open-source?
Yes. BlogEngine.NET is licensed under MS-PL and PluXml under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run BlogEngine.NET and PluXml with Docker?
BlogEngine.NET: check the project docs for container support. PluXml: yes.