Nibbleblog vs Textpattern
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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Nibbleblog
Simple, fast blog engine that needs no database
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Textpattern
Flexible, elegant content management and blogging system
| Feature | Nibbleblog | Textpattern |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 228 | ★ 878 |
| First released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Replaces | WordPress, Blogger | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Nibbleblog or Textpattern better?
Neither is universally better. Textpattern has the larger community, while Nibbleblog is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Nibbleblog and Textpattern free and open-source?
Yes. Nibbleblog is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Textpattern under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Nibbleblog and Textpattern with Docker?
Nibbleblog: check the project docs for container support. Textpattern: yes.