Read the Docs vs WiKiss
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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WiKiss
Wiki, simple to use and install
| Feature | Read the Docs | WiKiss |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Wikis & Documentation | Wikis & Documentation |
| License | MIT | GPL-2.0 |
| Language | Python | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 8,373 | — |
| First released | 2010 | 2020 |
| Replaces | GitBook, Confluence | — |
Why pick each one
Choose Read the Docs if…
- Great for versioned project docs
- Automated build pipeline
Choose WiKiss if…
- Released under the GPL-2.0 license
- Written in PHP
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Read the Docs or WiKiss better?
Neither is universally better. Read the Docs has the larger community, while WiKiss is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Read the Docs and WiKiss free and open-source?
Yes. Read the Docs is licensed under MIT and WiKiss under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Read the Docs and WiKiss with Docker?
Read the Docs: yes. WiKiss: check the project docs for container support.