JBake vs Lume
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted blogging platforms options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
Not the right match-up?
| Feature | JBake | Lume |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Java | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | source, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,155 | ★ 2,272 |
| First released | 2013 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Jekyll, WordPress | Jekyll, Hugo |
Why pick each one
Choose JBake if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Active community (1.2k GitHub stars)
- Written in Java
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Choose Lume if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Active community (2.3k GitHub stars)
- Written in TypeScript
Frequently asked questions
Is JBake or Lume better?
Lume is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider JBake if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are JBake and Lume free and open-source?
Yes. JBake is licensed under MIT and Lume under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run JBake and Lume with Docker?
JBake: check the project docs for container support. Lume: check the project docs for container support.