TinyMCE vs CKEditor : Which is Better?

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TinyMCE

TinyMCE (Tiny Moxiecode Content Editor) is a platform-independent, browser-based WYSIWYG editor control, written in JavaScript and released as open-source software under the LGPL.

License: Open Source

Categories: Development

Apps available for Online

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CKEditor

CKEditor (FCKeditor) is an open source WYSIWYG text editor designed to bring common word processor features directly to web pages, simplifying their content creation. Developed by CKSource

License: Open Source

Categories: Development

Apps available for Self-Hosted

TinyMCE VS CKEditor

TinyMCE is known for its extensive customization options and responsive design, making it ideal for developers who need flexibility. CKEditor, on the other hand, offers a more robust feature set out-of-the-box and is particularly well-suited for collaborative environments.

TinyMCE

Pros:

  • Highly customizable with a wide range of plugins
  • Responsive design support
  • Rich text editing capabilities
  • Excellent cross-browser compatibility
  • Strong community support and documentation

Cons:

  • Can be complex to configure for beginners
  • Some plugins may require additional licensing
  • Performance may lag with extensive customizations

CKEditor

Pros:

  • Robust set of features out-of-the-box
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Advanced collaboration tools
  • Supports various content formats
  • Comprehensive API for integration

Cons:

  • Larger file size compared to some alternatives
  • Licensing costs for premium features
  • Limited customization options for the free version

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