HTMLy vs PureBlog
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
| Feature | HTMLy | PureBlog |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Content Management Systems |
| License | MIT | LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1 |
| Language | PHP | |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,354 | — |
| First released | 2014 | 2026 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Blogger | Blogger, Blogspot |
Why pick each one
Choose PureBlog if…
- Released under the LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1 license
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is HTMLy or PureBlog better?
HTMLy is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider PureBlog if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are HTMLy and PureBlog free and open-source?
Yes. HTMLy is licensed under MIT and PureBlog under LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run HTMLy and PureBlog with Docker?
HTMLy: yes. PureBlog: check the project docs for container support.