Kiwix vs phpMyFAQ
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted wikis & documentation options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Kiwix
Offline reader for Wikipedia and other knowledge
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phpMyFAQ
Open-source FAQ and knowledge base software
| Feature | Kiwix | phpMyFAQ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Wikis & Documentation | Wikis & Documentation |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MPL-2.0 |
| Language | C++ | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, binary, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 913 | ★ 618 |
| First released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Replaces | Wikipedia online | Zendesk Guide, Confluence |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Kiwix or phpMyFAQ better?
Kiwix is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider phpMyFAQ if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Kiwix and phpMyFAQ free and open-source?
Yes. Kiwix is licensed under GPL-3.0 and phpMyFAQ under MPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Kiwix and phpMyFAQ with Docker?
Kiwix: yes. phpMyFAQ: yes.