Halo vs Nibbleblog
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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Halo
Powerful and easy-to-use open-source website builder
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Nibbleblog
Simple, fast blog engine that needs no database
| Feature | Halo | Nibbleblog |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Java | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 39,485 | ★ 228 |
| First released | 2018 | 2009 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Medium | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Halo or Nibbleblog better?
Neither is universally better. Halo has the larger community, while Nibbleblog is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Halo and Nibbleblog free and open-source?
Yes. Halo is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Nibbleblog under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Halo and Nibbleblog with Docker?
Halo: yes. Nibbleblog: check the project docs for container support.