Head-to-head · Wiki Software
XWiki vs Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware
XWiki leads on 0 checks, Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreXWiki · 9.2/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly XWiki
- Most featuresXWiki · 3 of 5
XWiki scores higher on our rubric for wiki software: 9.2 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
XWiki is the better fit for organizations needing a customizable enterprise wiki. Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware is the better fit for teams needing wiki plus content workflows.
- XWiki fits best
Organizations needing a customizable enterprise wiki
- Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware fits best
Teams needing wiki plus content workflows
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Side by side
| Feature | XWiki 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #2 in Wiki Software | #6 in Wiki Software |
| Best for | Organizations needing a customizable enterprise wiki | Teams needing wiki plus content workflows |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 10 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Self-hosted | Self-hosted, Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Linux, Windows | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Community, Docs | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features XWiki 3/5 · Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware 0/5 | ||
| Version history | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| SSO support | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| API access | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Custom domain | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Self-hosting | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Page permissions | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Page limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | XWiki is an open-source wiki and application platform for organizations that need more than basic document publishing. It supports internal knowledge bases, collaborative intranets, public websites, and business applications. Editors can… Read the review → |
Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware is an open-source, web-based platform for building websites, portals, knowledge bases, intranets, extranets, and collaborative applications. It is aimed at teams that need more than shared wiki pages, combining… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
XWiki — where it wins
- Structured data, forms, templates, and customizable applications
- Granular page, wiki, and attachment permissions
- Self-hosted and cloud deployment with broad identity integrations
Where it doesn't
- Paid pricing varies by user tier and service level
- Analytics is provided through the optional Analytics Pro App
- Enterprise AI integration is currently in beta
Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware — where it wins
- Combines wiki pages, articles, trackers, galleries, calendars, and forums
- Supports approvals, scheduled publishing, expiration, and state transitions
- Offers multilingual content, permissions, and built-in SEO controls
Where it doesn't
- Requires installation on a web server with a database
- Platform coverage is centered on web and self-hosted use
- Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of a simple wiki
- XWiki9.2/10 · Free plan · 10-day trial
A flexible enterprise wiki with structured data, permissions, APIs, and self-hosting.
Visit XWikiFull verdict → - Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware8.5/10 · Free plan
A broad, self-hosted wiki and content platform for teams managing structured workflows.
Visit TikiFull verdict →
XWiki vs Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware: questions
Which is better for wiki software, XWiki or Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware?
XWiki scores higher on our rubric for wiki software: 9.2 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.
How do XWiki and Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware compare?
All 4 checks we put side by side come out level: neither leads on any.
Do XWiki and Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware have a free plan?
XWiki: Yes. Tiki Wiki CMS Groupware: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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