REDAXO

REDAXO is a PHP-based content management system focused on simplicity and flexibility. It uses a modular approach where templates, modules and content blocks define site output, and it provides a media pool and AddOn system to extend functionality.

Key Features

• Modular content model with reusable modules and block-based content editing for flexible page composition
• Media pool for centralized file handling with metadata and extensible media fields
• Multilingual support and article/category-based structure for navigation and content organization
• AddOn ecosystem to extend capabilities (forms, user management, search, URL rewriting, etc.)
• Developer-friendly: Composer and Docker support, editable templates that give full control over output code
• Lightweight admin interface geared toward efficient editorial workflows and custom themes

Use Cases

• Corporate or brochure websites that require tight control over markup and performance
• Multilingual sites and local portals where content structure and custom fields are important
• Bespoke information management solutions built with custom AddOns and modular templates

Limitations and Considerations

• Community and ecosystem are strongest in German-speaking regions, which can affect availability of third-party themes and plugins in other languages
• Not primarily headless-first; integrations and headless capabilities require additional custom work or AddOns
• Smaller marketplace than larger CMS platforms, so some advanced features may require custom development

REDAXO is suited for projects where developers need direct control over frontend output and editors need a straightforward, extensible backend. It is particularly attractive for teams that want a lightweight, modular CMS that can be extended via AddOns and custom modules.