Orchard Core vs Wagtail
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted content management systems options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Orchard Core
Modular, multi-tenant CMS built on ASP.NET Core
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Wagtail
Developer-friendly Django CMS with a great editor experience
| Feature | Orchard Core | Wagtail |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Content Management Systems | Content Management Systems |
| License | BSD-3-Clause | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | C# | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 8,148 | ★ 20,433 |
| First released | 2018 | 2014 |
| Replaces | Sitecore, WordPress | Adobe Experience Manager, WordPress |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Orchard Core or Wagtail better?
Wagtail is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Orchard Core if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Orchard Core and Wagtail free and open-source?
Yes. Orchard Core is licensed under BSD-3-Clause and Wagtail under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Orchard Core and Wagtail with Docker?
Orchard Core: yes. Wagtail: yes.