Grav vs ImpressPages
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted content management systems options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Grav
Fast flat-file CMS with no database required
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ImpressPages
PHP CMS with inline drag-and-drop page editing
| Feature | Grav | ImpressPages |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Content Management Systems | Content Management Systems |
| License | MIT | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | bare-metal, docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15,620 | ★ 500 |
| First released | 2014 | 2012 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Squarespace | WordPress, Wix |
Why pick each one
Choose ImpressPages if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in PHP
Frequently asked questions
Is Grav or ImpressPages better?
Neither is universally better. Grav has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Grav and ImpressPages free and open-source?
Yes. Grav is licensed under MIT and ImpressPages under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Grav and ImpressPages with Docker?
Grav: yes. ImpressPages: yes.