WordPress vs Every Rival: Comparisons & Stats 2026

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WordPress vs Every Rival

Compare WordPress versus every rival — head-to-head records, stats, and matchup breakdowns side by side, updated for 2026.

About WordPress

WordPress is an open-source content management system (CMS) that powers approximately 43% of all websites on the internet, making it the most widely used website platform globally. Initially launched as a blogging platform in 2003 by Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little, WordPress has evolved into a full-featured CMS for any type of website — blogs, business sites, e-commerce stores (via WooCommerce), and enterprise portals. The platform is maintained by Automattic and a global community of contributors. WordPress.org is the self-hosted open-source version requiring separate hosting, while WordPress.com is a hosted service. The platform's extensibility through 59,000+ plugins and 31,000+ themes makes it adaptable to virtually any use case. Page builders like Elementor, Divi, and the native Gutenberg editor have made WordPress accessible to non-developers. While WordPress has an unparalleled ecosystem, it requires more technical maintenance than hosted alternatives like Wix or Squarespace, including updates, security, and hosting management.

Powers 43% of all websites59,000+ plugins availableOpen-source and free coreWooCommerce for e-commerce

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WordPress free?

WordPress.org (self-hosted) is free and open-source, but you need to pay for hosting ($3-30/month) and potentially premium themes/plugins. WordPress.com offers free hosting with limitations, and paid plans start at $4/month.

What percentage of websites use WordPress?

WordPress powers approximately 43% of all websites on the internet as of 2024, according to W3Techs data. This represents over 800 million websites globally.

Should I use WordPress or Wix?

WordPress is better if you need flexibility, own your data, and are comfortable with technical management. Wix is better if you want an easy, all-in-one hosted solution with drag-and-drop simplicity and minimal technical overhead.