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description: Compare WordPress vs Joomla. Learn more about each of the software’s price, features, and helpful software reviews for Irish business users.
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# Compare WordPress vs Joomla

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> Detailed comparison between WordPress and Joomla. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | WordPress | Joomla |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.2/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 14971 | 620 |
| **Starting Price** | US$9.00 | US$199.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | Documentation | Videos |

## Best for

### WordPress

Anyone creating or requiring a modern web presence.

### Joomla

Joomla\! is a content management system that helps  content creators to build websites and online applications.

## Key features

### WordPress

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Design Management
- Document Management
- Full Text Search
- Landing Pages/Web Forms
- Online Store Builder
- Pre-built Templates
- Real Time Editing
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Shopping Cart
- Social Media Integration
- Version Control
- Video Support

### Joomla

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Collaboration Tools
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Design Management
- Document Management
- Full Text Search
- Landing Pages/Web Forms
- Online Store Builder
- Pre-built Templates
- Real Time Editing
- Reporting/Analytics
- Search/Filter
- Shopping Cart
- Social Media Integration
- Version Control
- Video Support

## Links

- [View WordPress Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/131687/wordpress)
- [View Joomla Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/161648/joomla)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/131687/161648/wordpress/vs/joomla)

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