ExpressionEngine Review - why 4.9 stars?

ExpressionEngine Review
ITQlick Score: 60/100
ITQlick Rating:
Pricing: 3.2/10 - low cost
Category: Content Management -> ExpressionEngine review
Ranking:Ranked 51 out of 60 Content Management systems
Company: EllisLab
Pricing: starts at $299 per license
Typical customers: Medium and large size businesses
Platforms: Desktop, Cloud
Links: ExpressionEngine pricing, ExpressionEngine alternatives
Shlomi LaviShlomi Lavi / updated: Feb 02, 2020

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What is ExpressionEngine?

ExpressionEngine is a web content management system for businesses of all sizes. It also offers various publishing and dynamic content management services. The software was designed and launched by Ellislab headquartered in California, United States.

Who is it best for?

Customers of the software include businesses of all sizes and types. For efficient web content management, the software can be used in all major industries including technology, software development, manufacturing, communication, financial services, and others. Some major customers of the software include Ford Company, Cisco Systems Inc, and Warner Brothers.

Main features and functionalities

Core web publishing services offered by the software include multiple channel management, custom entry fields, custom statuses, multiple categories, moblog publishing, multi-entry editing, ping servers, HTM formatting buttons, entry versioning, and RSS syndication etc.

The software also offers template and customization features of full page modeling, conditional operators, customizable workspace, templates notes, template exploring, versioning system, custom SQL queries, template access control, and custom global variables. You have the facility of using a wide range of add-ons and plug-ins with the core software features.

What is the actual cost?

The cost of license starts at $299 per license. ITQlick pricing score is 3.2 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for ExpressionEngine.

Pros

  • ExpressionEngine offers a dedicated template library and template exporting functionality.
  • You have the facility of using a wide range of add-ons with the core features of the software.
  • ExpressionEngine offers management for multiple channels, categories, and entries.

Cons

  • ExpressionEngine lacks the important capabilities of root access and shell access.
  • The software does not offer database replication and content approval capabilities.

How it stacks up?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is it the best Content Management system?

ExpressionEngine is ranked 51 out of 60 software in their category (Content Management systems).

How they are rated on ITQlick?

The rating of ExpressionEngine is 4.9 stars out of 5 and the total score is 60 out of 100. The rating score is based on our unbiased data-based algo. Learn more - rating methodology page.

Is it an easy to use Software?

Yes, ExpressionEngine makes it fairly easy to use. This product is user friendly and intuitive.

Is it cloud-based?

Yes, they offer cloud based hosting, which means IT resources are retrieved through web-based tools and applications and you don't need to buy servers and additional hardware equipment.

Can it be used on mobile?

No, currently ExpressionEngine can't be accessed on mobile, you would need to access it from your computer.

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Differences between ExpressionEngine and alternatives?

The most popular alternatives to ExpressionEngine in 2024: IZEA, Syndigo, Drupal, Advantage CSP, Zoho Sites. Access the complete competitors analysis here - ExpressionEngine VS Content Management Software alternatives.

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