The top 10 content management systems

In the Netherlands and worldwide, there are an incredible number of content management systems (CMSs) to manage the content of a website or platform. Exactly how many there are varies. New CMS's are being added and existing ones are dropping. Sometimes agencies develop their own CMS. We can already hear you thinking, what should I pay attention to when selecting a CMS?

Many people start by browsing google and often top 10 lists. Just give me a list that I can easily choose from. But what do these lists say? Do these CMSs meet the wishes and needs of the organization?

First of all, it's good to know that there are an awful lot of differences between CMSs, both in terms of technical, type of use and end goal. So there are many different top 10 lists around the internet. The G2 platform is a good tool for comparing software based on user experiences and reviews.

The top 10 content management systems

If we ask Chat GPT, the following top 10 comes out for the Netherlands:

  1. WordPress
  2. Joomla!
  3. Drupal
  4. Magento (Adobe Commerce)
  5. TYPO 3
  6. Shopify
  7. Wix
  8. Squarespace
  9. Umbraco
  10. HubSpot CMS

But honestly, this is comparing apples to pears. Why?
We'll explain this to you below by looking at this list from different angles:

Different techniques

The Joomla, Drupal, Magento, TYPO3, Wordpress CMSs from the top 10 list above were developed in PHP and Umbraco in .NET.

What's the difference between .NET and PHP?
PHP is a development language and .NET is a framework. When you build an application in the .NET framework, this is done using a language from that framework, such as c# or c++. PHP also has a framework: Zend. So when an application is built in Zend framework, it is written in PHP.

Open Source

Do you think it's important that the code is freely available and that it is supported by a large community? So are you looking for an “open source” CMS? Then you end up with:

  • Umbraco
  • WordPress
  • Joomla!
  • Drupal
  • TYPO 3

Subscription-based

Wix, Squarespace, and HubSpot CMS are the so-called “Click & Play” subscription providers. You log in, choose a shape and pour a color sauce over it. Ideal for one-pitters or small starting companies to quickly set up something. Definitely not suitable for large organizations or complex functionalities that you want to develop tailored to your needs.

E-commerce

If you are looking for a CMS with webshop options, also known as E-commerce packages, then these CMS's are on the top 10 list:

  • Magento (Adobe Commerce)
  • Shopify
  • Umbraco Commerce (license)
  • WooCommerce WordPress (plugin)

Usability versus complexity

If we look at the ease of use for editors and developers versus the level of complexity, we can make the following ranking:

  1. Umbraco - Very user-friendly for content managers due to the easy tree structure. Umbraco is an open-source CMS based on .NET and offers a relatively user-friendly interface, especially for users who are familiar with Microsoft environments. It has an intuitive backend but requires some technical knowledge.

  2. Wordpress - is known for its simple interface, making it ideal for beginners and small to medium sized websites. It requires no technical knowledge to manage basic functionalities.

  3. Joomla - Slightly more complex than WordPress, but still fairly user-friendly for people with some technical knowledge. It offers more built-in features without the need for additional plugins.

  4. Drupal - is considerably more complex than both WordPress and Joomla! and requires technical knowledge, especially when setting up and modifying a website. It is more suitable for experienced developers.

  5. TYPO 3 - has a steep learning curve and is primarily suitable for advanced users and developers. The backend is powerful but can be overwhelming for beginners.

Does a CMS meet safety criteria

  1. TYPO 3 - is highly secure and suitable for complex websites with multiple users and roles, with strong access controls and security options.

  2. Umbraco - has robust security options, especially for companies that rely on Microsoft technologies. It is reliable and is updated regularly.

  3. Drupal - is known for its excellent security and is often used by organizations with strict security requirements, such as governments.

  4. Joomla - is reasonably secure, especially due to the built-in access control and user management functions. Regular updates are available.

  5. Wordpress - Although WordPress gets regular updates, the many plugins and themes can pose security risks if not properly maintained.

Xuntos has been working with the Umbraco CMS for years

Why we've been a fan of Umbraco for years?

  • Easy-to-use and easy content management
  • Safety through Microsoft's open-source .NET Core framework
  • Flexible and customizable

In the past, we've worked with many different CMS's, but we've noticed time and again that development with Umbraco provides optimal results. That is why we have specialized in the Umbraco CMS. Working with the same CMS every day ensures that our developers remain agile and their knowledge up to date.

In addition, Umbraco currently offers very nice opportunities for

Xuntos is Umbraco Gold Partner!

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