WordPress.org vs Ghost
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business. Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
WordPress.org ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #7) for Small business owners choosing a content management system. Unmatched flexibility and the largest plugin ecosystem give businesses limitless room to grow.
At a glance
| WordPress.org | Ghost | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business | #7 / The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 7.9 |
| Best for | Ultimate flexibility and control | Best for publishers and newsletters |
| Pricing | $ ($10 to $100/mo) | $$ ($9 to $199/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA (Automattic) | Singapore |
| Founded | 2003 | 2013 |
WordPress.org
Unmatched flexibility and the largest plugin ecosystem give businesses limitless room to grow.
wordpress.orgSee full entry in The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business
Ghost
A clean, fast platform built for newsletters and memberships.
ghost.orgSee full entry in The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.