Ghost is an open source publishing platform which is beautifully designed, easy to use, and free for everyone. Developed by John O'Nolan and Hannah Wolfe
License: Freemium
MODX (MODx) is a free, open source content management system and web application framework for publishing content on the world wide web and intranets. MODX is licensed under the GPL, is written in the PHP programming language, and supports MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server as the database.
License: Open Source
Ghost is a specialized platform focused on content management and blogging, offering a user-friendly experience with Markdown support. In contrast, MODx is a highly flexible and customizable CMS suitable for complex websites, supporting multi-language setups and e-commerce capabilities.