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# Compare dotCMS vs Magnolia

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

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## At a Glance

| Metric | dotCMS | Magnolia |
| **Overall rating** | 4.2/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 39 | 23 |
| **Starting Price** | - | USD 6,000.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### dotCMS

Financial institutions, Financial services, Insurance, Healthcare, Government, Manufacturing, Telecom, Media, and other compliance-led industries

### Magnolia

Global leaders such as New York Times, JetBlue, Avis and Atlassian all rely on Magnolia for maximum reliability, high speed project implementation and exceptional omnichannel experiences.

## Key features

### dotCMS

- API
- Analytics
- Approval Process Control
- Collaboration Tools
- Configurable Workflow
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Customisable Branding
- Document Management
- Filtering
- Full Text Search
- Image Editing
- Interactive Content
- Multi-Channel Distribution
- Search/Filter
- Single Sign On
- Template Management
- Third-Party Integration
- Video Support
- Workflow Management

### Magnolia

- API
- Analytics
- Approval Process Control
- Collaboration Tools
- Configurable Workflow
- Content Management
- Content Publishing Options
- Customisable Branding
- Document Management
- Filtering
- Full Text Search
- Image Editing
- Interactive Content
- Multi-Channel Distribution
- Search/Filter
- Single Sign On
- Template Management
- Third-Party Integration
- Video Support
- Workflow Management

## Links

- [View dotCMS Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/139924/dotcms)
- [View Magnolia Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/155763/magnolia)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/139924/155763/dotcms/vs/magnolia)

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