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Wagtail — CMS (Open Source)

Wagtail is an open-source CMS solution from Torchbox. Compare it against 74 other CMS tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is Wagtail?

Wagtail is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under CMS and published by Torchbox. Buyers typically evaluate Wagtail when they need a dependable CMS option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

Wagtail alternatives

If Wagtail isn't the right fit, compare these CMS alternatives side by side:

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wagtail free?
Yes. Wagtail is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best Wagtail alternatives?
Popular CMS alternatives to Wagtail include ATutor, Adobe Experience Manager, Alchemy CMS, Alfresco. See the full list of CMS on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is Wagtail?
Wagtail is an open-source CMS tool developed by Torchbox.

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