Wiki.js vs XWiki
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Wiki.js
Modern and powerful open-source wiki
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XWiki
Advanced enterprise wiki and application platform
| Feature | Wiki.js | XWiki |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Notes & Knowledge Base | Wikis & Documentation |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | LGPL-2.1 |
| Language | Vue | Java |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 28,727 | ★ 1,292 |
| First released | 2017 | 2004 |
| Replaces | Confluence, Notion | Confluence, Notion |
Why pick each one
Choose Wiki.js if…
- Flexible and full-featured
- Many auth options
- Good content management
Frequently asked questions
Is Wiki.js or XWiki better?
Neither is universally better. Wiki.js has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Wiki.js and XWiki free and open-source?
Yes. Wiki.js is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and XWiki under LGPL-2.1. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Wiki.js and XWiki with Docker?
Wiki.js: yes. XWiki: yes.