Kirby vs Lektor
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Kirby
File-based CMS for designers and developers
VS
Lektor
Static CMS with a built-in admin interface
| Feature | Kirby | Lektor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Content Management Systems | Blogging Platforms |
| License | MIT | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,527 | ★ 3,946 |
| First released | 2012 | 2015 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Squarespace | WordPress, Squarespace |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Kirby or Lektor better?
Neither is universally better. Lektor has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Kirby and Lektor free and open-source?
Yes. Kirby is licensed under MIT and Lektor under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Kirby and Lektor with Docker?
Kirby: yes. Lektor: check the project docs for container support.