Read the Docs vs Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware
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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Read the Docs
Documentation hosting platform you can self-host
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Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware
All-in-one wiki, CMS, and groupware platform
| Feature | Read the Docs | Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Wikis & Documentation | Wikis & Documentation |
| License | MIT | LGPL-2.1 |
| Language | Python | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 8,373 | ★ 300 |
| First released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Replaces | GitBook, Confluence | Confluence, SharePoint |
Why pick each one
Choose Read the Docs if…
- Great for versioned project docs
- Automated build pipeline
Choose Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware if…
- Everything included out of the box
- No add-ons needed for most needs
Frequently asked questions
Is Read the Docs or Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware better?
Neither is universally better. Read the Docs has the larger community, while Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Read the Docs and Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware free and open-source?
Yes. Read the Docs is licensed under MIT and Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware under LGPL-2.1. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Read the Docs and Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware with Docker?
Read the Docs: yes. Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware: yes.