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Kirby vs Wagtail
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| Fact | Kirby | Wagtail |
|---|---|---|
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Licence | Other | BSD-3-Clause |
| Stars | 1.5k | 21k |
| Latest | 5.6.1 | v8.0 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 16 days between releases | about 1 day between releases |
| Active contributors | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 30+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Contentful. Alternatives to Contentful →
PartialKirbyFile-based CMS with a configurable panel and a content API; production use needs a paid licence.
PartialWagtailA Django CMS with an editor-friendly admin and a read-only content API for headless front ends.
Kirby
Kirby
✓ signed The latest release, 5.6.1, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Wagtail
unsigned The latest release, v8.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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