Portofino is a web application framework for Java and Groovy developers. Its purpose is to help developers create outstanding enterprise applications. Developed by ManyDesigns S.r.l.
License: Open Source
Plone is a highly customizable and secure open-source content management system, suitable for complex workflows and larger projects, but has a steeper learning curve. Portofino, on the other hand, is more user-friendly and offers solid e-commerce capabilities, making it ideal for smaller applications, but it lacks some of the extensive customization options and scalability that Plone provides.