# Page 2 | MODX Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 2 - Is MODX the right Content Management solution for you? Explore 64 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/161662/MODX/reviews --- MODX 4.6 (64) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of MODX ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 64 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use sR saif R. Social Media Marketing Manager Textiles Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "What a great CMS for every beginner and its user frienly Environment is really excellent.!" June 17, 2021 5.0 I don't know what people think about this CMS But I always find a best solution for customization of the web and its services.Best SEO freindly CMS I have ever used for this lowest price.Our small business team really appreciate the company for the simplicity of the software. Thanks MODX for loving us. Pros The best feature of this software is that It is really easy to learn for every beginner.The SEO freindly web can easily customized due to open source code integration and third party plugin usage. Cons Although every product have some prons and cons so MODX also have some of them.Some of the issue I have found that it stuck for some time If its not getting updated.Some features are hard to explore like importing exporting some files of having unique extensions. Review Source DM Darlene M. Creative Director Online Media Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Limitless Design & CMS Freedom - I always find myself choosing ModX when I need extreme flexibility" May 29, 2019 5.0 Pros It's super that logic is separated from design. The base install does not include any extra fluff and unnecessary adds that one may or may not use. It's complete freedom and up to the end user to decide what functionality they would like or not. Whether one can code, are a php ninja or not, it's fairly easy to get a site up within a few hours. The more one knows how to code, php and more the more freedom they can have for more custom and extended functionality. Cons Personally I don't see many cons at all with this software. If I had to change one thing, I would extend the documentation for many of the extra features which can be added on. Most of the documentation is super however sometimes I have to figure some thing out on my own. However ModX is so flexible, i'm willing to do so to keep the freedom that comes with it. There is also an active community in which one can join. Review Source NK Nicolay K. Web developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple operation and openness" April 1, 2019 5.0 Pros By developing the site you do not always know what features may be needed in the future. This system allows you to add blog or online store capabilities to landing page if necessary. Plugin code and page snippets are easily changed from the manager panel. You can add your own variables to any html page. Cons You may need some level of knowledge of programming languages. Snippets from add-ons have a large set of functions, so you need to study the documentation if you need to make difficult selection conditions. Review Source AL Aleksandr L. Head of tech support Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Excellent customization options" November 7, 2018 5.0 Pros I used MODX for a long time. This CMS most of all I liked the opportunity to create my own design for any menu using HTML. Later our company transferred some client sites to another CMS, but I only had positive impressions about MODX. Cons I have not found any serious flaws. But for those who are thinking of starting to use CMS MODX, I will say: this engine has its own terminology to which you need to get used. This can be an obstacle if you have been using another CMS for a long time. Review Source RR Ricky R. Graphic Designer & Illustrator Apparel & Fashion Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Perfect CMS for designers and those with limited web coding experience " March 31, 2020 5.0 Overall my experience with the modx content management system has being completely perfect. Because of its easy to use theming setup and syntax I can easy create a website design on my computer and by using simple html & css, easily implinent it into the modx ecosystem. Pros What I like most about this software is its easy to use custom themeing syntax. While other content management systems require you to know actual programming languages such as PHP (hypertext preprocessor) or the Ajax programming langauge just to create and modify custom themes intended for their system, modx however does not. Modx only requires you to understand basic coding languages such as html,css,and sometimes javascript to create beautiful themes that rival the ones seen on its competitors sites. Cons What I like least about this software has nothing necessarily to do with the software itself. In my opinion this content management system is a perfect solution and alternative to more complex systems out there. My only gripe is its lack of adoption among designers and developers alike. By having a easy to use themeing system you would think this package would be more prevelant among its competitors but thats simply not the case. Review Source JR Jürgen R. Software Application Architect Medical Devices Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Professional management system" October 11, 2019 5.0 Pros Many years ago, we transferred one of our work projects to MODX. It was not difficult to do this, the assistance of third-party programmers was not needed. For several years, we have been using this platform and we were quite pleased with it. Cons We recently moved the site to another platform again because CMS MODX is not well indexed by search engines. Review Source JM Jamison M. President Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Oh my goodness, MODX how I love thee, let me count the ways" December 3, 2019 5.0 Over nine years experience using MODX and would not trade it for the world. We love MODX, the community and stability of the platform. Pros I've been using MODX for more than 9 years. It is BY FAR the best CMS/CMF that I've EVER used. However, that comes with a nice, juicy grain of salt. I have the pleasure of working with a team that has dived head-first into MODX and has learned it inside and out. We KNOW MODX. We extend MODX daily and use it for all kinds of things, regular simple marketing sites, eCommerce, higher-functioning websites, web apps, and even as a headless css with custom API. It's secure, flexible and can handle ANYTHING we throw at it. Cons If you're not a developer (either backend or frontend) you're going to have a hard time. MODX is NOT for those who are used to the relative simplicity of something like WordPress. And to be honest, that's for the best. MODX allows you to design and build whatever you want, keep it optimized and secure... BUT, if you're looking to just customize a theme, modx would NOT be a good fit Review Source AK Alex K. SMM-manager Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Ideal for services" February 20, 2018 5.0 Pros Our company is engaged in providing services. Clients are found through the Internet. Therefore, the issue of choosing a CMS was not. Uniquely stopped at MODX and not lost. It just suited us perfectly. To place information conveniently, the system was originally commercially grounded and has a friendly interface. Cons This CMS is concentrated only on the commercial segment. Make some information project will be difficult. Review Source TA Thomas A. VICE-PRESIDENT CREATION Computer Games Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple CMS for site management" January 1, 2019 4.0 Pros When creating small sites we use CMS MODX. The platform provides a large selection of templates. There is a built-in visual editor to create a unique design. You can extend the basic functionality with the help of third-party plug-ins. Cons Among the shortcomings of CMS MODX, I want to note the lack of a function for importing and exporting files. Also, you can not connect popular payment systems for quick payment. Review Source RC Robert C. Junior Recruitment Consultant Human Resources Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Flexible system" June 30, 2020 5.0 Pros In practice, it turned out that this is a very flexible system with well-designed modules that allow you to build projects that are optimized for promotion. The system has documentation not only in English, but it is very important, because in CMS MODX there are tags whose syntax is intuitively incomprehensible and they are not found in other systems. Cons It will be very difficult for beginners to install, and even more so configure MODX, so if you would like to train your skills, you should start with other systems. Review Source BES Bjørn Erik S. Webdesigner Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Super control of your code and templates. Allot of functionallity built in the system." November 10, 2017 5.0 Total control. Pros Total control of the templates. Easy to get functionality without hundreds of extras. But there is also allot of good extras to get extended functionality if you need it. The overall strength is the templateing system, where you have total controll over all of your code. Cons You have to know php to get advanced functions. And the API is a little hard to get into if you don't know PHP. Review Source GM Grigoriy M. Back-End Developer Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Flexible CMS for sites" November 19, 2018 4.0 Pros When creating websites I use open source CMS MODX. The system automatically creates backup copies of projects, so you can not worry about the safety of personal data. Large selection of site templates and plug-ins to extend the basic functionality. There is a visual editor that allows you to change the design of the finished site template. Cons CMS MODX does not have enough detailed site statistics in your account. There is no possibility to connect popular payment systems and organize a full-fledged online store based on CMS. Review Source EO Eugene O. Business Development Manager Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simply sites editing" April 19, 2019 5.0 Pros With the help of the system it is easy to edit made sites. This is facilitated by an excellent admin panel. In addition, it is worth mentioning the SEO module - it is easier to carry out internal and external resource optimization through it. Cons There are very few ready-made templates - if you need a unique website, it is better to look for a team of designers. If a question arises regarding the functions of MODX, it is unlikely that the answer will be found in the official documentation - we didn’t work at its compilation. Review Source PM Polina M. Senior Web-programmer Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Not all modules work correctly" February 14, 2018 4.0 Pros MODx is very suitable for sites that are planned to be seriously promoted in the search engines. It is also good to do websites where there are many non-standard design elements, for which it is difficult to find ready-made module templates in other CMS. Cons Not everyone who has a site likes to dig through codes by default, even if they are easier than code written in some programming language. Not everyone will be happy every time to call to change the settings to developers (especially if they charge him for these changes). I think most people do not like and do not rejoice. And these moments, too, must be taken into account when making a website for someone. Review Source RK Roman K. CEO E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "CMS attracts many flexible settings" November 4, 2018 5.0 Pros I have been using this CMS for 3 years now. Most of all I like that you can customize it for yourself with the help of a huge number of modules, most of which are free. Here you can also create your own template for any element using HTML and placeholders. Cons This is a great CMS, for all the time of use I have not found significant flaws. The only thing is that it would be possible to speed up the operation of the control panel so that the folders open faster. Review Source YG Yana G. Deputy Head of PPC and PPA Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Difficult but powerful CMS" July 31, 2019 5.0 Pros In CMS MODX, I like the presence of an integrated SEO module. On many CMS it needs to be connected separately. I also liked the convenient administrative panel and the ability to connect any Html-template. Cons CMS has its own tag syntax. Because of this, I could not quickly master the platform and begin to fully work with the code. In addition, modules need to be developed independently, almost no ready-made solutions. Review Source OS Olga S. Senior Publisher Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Simple, convenient, unusual" December 1, 2018 5.0 Pros Suitable for those who have exhausted the possibility of creating sites with the help of standard CMS-designers and craves creativity. Finally, the developers are thinking not only about the wealth of possibilities of using various plug-ins, but also about the convenience of content management. I was pleased with the SEO module and the availability of placement on the local hosting. Cons There are also disadvantages - the minimum number of templates does not give space to beginners. The program code contains its own unique tags that will need to be studied before work. Review Source AF Anastasiya F. Chief Financial Officer Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good CMS for the site" February 28, 2019 5.0 Pros There is a built-in visual editor with which we have the opportunity to create a unique design. Many third-party plug-ins can significantly increase the initial functionality. Cons The main shortcomings I can include the lack of a function responsible for importing and exporting files. There is no possibility to connect popular payment systems. Review Source DS Dasha S. QA Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Professional platform with flexible settings" November 26, 2019 5.0 Pros I liked the new engine - Revolution. It allows you to configure the platform specifically for my tasks, and does not use templates. I would recommend this platform to those who have been developing for at least a couple of years and are already tired of working on WordPress. Cons In order to install and configure the platform, you need at least basic knowledge of web development. If they are not there, you will have to call for help from a specialist, because you yourself can’t do it yourself. Review Source RH Rosalinda H. HRBP Ice Cream & Food Solutions Divisions Retail Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "I can use the platform to create an API" January 29, 2020 5.0 Pros I do not use CMS MODX as a content management system. But with it, I created an API for another CMS to use the database management features. This is the rare case when an API can be developed quickly and with full support for all functions. Cons The syntax of MODX is rather strange. It can not be said that it is bad, but it differs from the generally accepted. This creates little difficulty in learning the platform. Before I engage in development, we need to spend some time studying. Review Source RH Ron H. Owner Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A great CMS for the coder" November 28, 2019 5.0 Overall Modx is amazing, it's easy to get your arms around if you code and want to make life easier. Pros Modx made coding easy. It's a cross between PHP and a CMS. You can mentally work out code chunks and snippets then simply key them in and short code them. Cons Modx took a bit for us to get our arms around but it really is a good CMS for the coder. For non coders it can be a bit to take in. Review Source SBL Sim Bean L. Director Packaging and Containers Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good and easy program" December 20, 2018 4.0 Pros In this CMS, I like that the application does not overload the server, it has an intuitive interface. The system of chunks allows you to quickly change the visualization of the template, has good settings for SEO promotion. Cons Too highly specialized system, sharpened mainly for commerce, does not have sufficient flexibility and does not have a broad functionality. Work with complex sites turns into a real routine. Review Source IB Igor B. Founder Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Inexpensive and high-quality platform" October 10, 2018 5.0 Pros The main activity of our company is the development of websites and web applications. Often we work on MODX, because this system has open code, which allows us to solve all problems on one platform, because our programmers, if necessary, correct errors themselves and add missing modules. A separate service plus is a convenient SEO module. Cons When we first started working on MODX, there were difficulties with mastering. It was difficult to find detailed instructions, I had to learn from my own mistakes. It is necessary to replenish the knowledge base to make the platform more accessible. Review Source SP Sergey P. Developer Computer Games Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Nice and quite comfortable platform" January 7, 2019 5.0 Pros The MODX platform allowed us to create a wonderful websites. The presence of open source code has enabled our team to develop and implement all the necessary extensions to increase the functionality of the portal. Cons There are no statistics in my account. It is impossible to connect popular payment systems, and the provided built-in templates are sorely lacking for creating the original site. Review Source MP Mariia P. HR Team Lead Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Platform with excellent SEO" April 29, 2019 4.0 Pros I like the platform for its excellent SEO, which allows us to fully optimize websites for search engines, as well as the ease of implementation of the functionality of an online store or blog and a good community. Cons To perform an effective system setup you need to have programming skills. 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