October CMS Reviews & Ratings

4.2/5

“October CMS gave me the simplicity I needed for my projects”

I moved to October CMS from Drupal because I wanted something more lightweight and simpler to manage. October CMS fit the bill by offering the core functionality I needed without too much overhead.

Pros : October CMS has been great for my projects because of how straightforward it is. I appreciated its simplicity and how it allowed me to build websites without unnecessary features that just get in the way. The integration with Laravel also made it a breeze to add custom functionalities, which I couldn’t do with other CMS options.

Cons : One limitation I found with October CMS was that it isn’t as feature-rich as some other CMS options out there. If you’re looking for something with a lot of built-in features, this may not be for you. There’s also a smaller community, so finding help for specific problems isn’t always easy.

Switched from : Drupal

Reason to switch : I needed a lighter, easier-to-manage CMS for smaller-scale projects.

4.2/5

“Great Solution for Small Projects”

We’ve used October CMS for small client projects over the past three years, including business sites and corporate portals.

Pros : The clean architecture and code make it easy to manage. The plugin system is well-organized, and writing your own plugins is straightforward. The theme template engine is also convenient.

Cons : The marketplace for pre-made add-ons is still limited. It would be nice to have more ready-made, high-quality options.

Reason to switch : The previous CMS didn’t handle additional functionality as smoothly.

4.1/5

“A Perfect Choice for Long-Time WordPress Users”

After switching from WordPress, October CMS has been a good fit for some of our clients. While there were a few things our old customers missed, new clients adapted well.

Pros : October CMS is easy to use and has a clean codebase that makes adding new features simpler. Being Laravel-based means there’s a range of plugins available. The team regularly adds new features based on user feedback.

Cons : Sometimes, updates can break existing setups. Also, because it uses Laravel, you might need to update PHP versions, which could require some code adjustments.

Reason to switch : Our previous software was becoming too slow and bloated, and customers could easily break things by accident.

4/5

“A Reliable Choice for Content Management”

October CMS has been a dependable choice for managing diverse content types across various projects.

Pros : It’s straightforward to use, with powerful plugin capabilities and good documentation. The API is user-friendly and effective.

Cons : The community for public plugins and themes isn’t very active, which can limit options.

Reason to switch : We needed a more flexible CMS with fewer restrictions on customization.

4/5

“This software Makes Everything Smooth”

Since starting with OctoberCMS, it has proven to be the best combination of speed and database features. It’s great for developing web-based software.

Pros : Perfect software for managing all my website content.

Cons : It lacks some common CMS features like version control and blog templates. While you can create these features yourself, it’s a bit of extra work.

Reason to switch : We moved from drupal due to its poor user experience for content editing.

3.8/5

“Good Choice for Simplistic Projects”

Pros : The CMS is quite simple to use and tailor to fit specific needs. It’s straightforward and does the job well for basic projects.

Cons : The documentation isn’t very detailed, especially regarding making custom plugins or using the tailor feature. There aren’t many tutorials available.

Reason to switch : I wanted more freedom to make changes without being restricted by the limitations of my previous CMS.

3.7/5

“Great for Flexibility and Customization”

We’ve used October CMS for over seven years for various website needs. Despite checking out other options, we always come back to it.

Pros : The CMS offers excellent flexibility and customization options. There’s usually a way to work around limitations to get things done.

Cons : The advanced feature documentation is lacking. While the Slack group helps, it would be better to have an organized online repository for common questions and answers.

Reason to switch : We switched because our old CMS was outdated and not as flexible.

3.7/5

“Perfect for Custom Development Needs”

October CMS has been our top choice for web projects that need extensive customization.

Pros : The platform is highly adaptable, and you can go far with its flexibility. Even when you hit a roadblock, there’s often a way around it.

Cons : Advanced feature documentation is sparse, and while the Slack group helps, an online repository for FAQs would be better.

Reason to switch : Our old CMS was less flexible and harder to customize.

3.7/5

“Excellent for Managing Diverse Content”

October CMS is a versatile CMS suitable for managing various types of content, whether for a website or an internal system.

Pros : It’s easy to use right out of the box and has powerful plugin features that can be extended. The documentation is good, and the API is easy to understand.

Cons : The community for public plugins and themes isn’t very active compared to other CMS platforms.

Switched from : Adobe Experience Manager

Reason to switch : We needed a CMS with better customization options and fewer limitations.

3.6/5

“A Dependable CMS for Various Projects”

We’ve been using October CMS for different projects, including client websites and internal systems.

Pros : It has been a great tool, which helps with easy backend adjustments. Updates are generally trouble-free compared to other platforms.

Cons : It lacks some typical CMS features like version control and blog setups. However, you can build these features yourself if needed.

Reason to switch : I was looking for change.