Halo 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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Halo
Powerful and easy-to-use open-source website builder
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PluXml
XML-based blog and CMS without a database
| Feature | Halo | PluXml |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Java | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | bare-metal, docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 39,485 | ★ 235 |
| First released | 2018 | 2007 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Medium | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Halo or PluXml better?
Neither is universally better. Halo 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 Halo and PluXml free and open-source?
Yes. Halo is licensed under GPL-3.0 and PluXml under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Halo and PluXml with Docker?
Halo: yes. PluXml: yes.