WordPress: Most popular database CMS with 40%+ market share. More plugins (60,000+) but requires database. Better for complex eCommerce and large sites.
Drupal: Enterprise-grade database CMS with advanced content modeling. Much steeper learning curve than Grav. Best for complex enterprise sites.
Joomla: Database CMS with built-in multilingual support. Middle ground between WordPress simplicity and Drupal complexity.
Ghost: Node.js publishing platform focused on blogging and newsletters. Modern editor but requires database. Best for content-focused sites.
| CMS | Type | Language | Best For | Learning Curve |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grav | Flat-file | PHP | Blogs, docs, portfolios, small business | Easy |
| WordPress | Database | PHP | Blogs, business sites, eCommerce | Easy |
| Drupal | Database | PHP | Complex enterprise sites | Steep |
| Joomla | Database | PHP | Social networks, multilingual | Medium |
| Ghost | Database | Node.js | Blogs, newsletters, memberships | Easy |