Jekyll
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VisitJekyll vs Roq
What both publish
| Fact | Jekyll | Roq |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Because output is static, Jekyll sites can be deployed manually, through automation or with third-party hosting. | Roq generates static files that can be deployed to GitHub Pages, Netlify, or any static server. |
| Themes | The theme system packages layouts, includes, stylesheets, assets and plugins, and site files can override theme defaults. | The default theme includes a blog layout, dark mode, sidebar navigation, responsive design, and social links. |
Jekyll plans
- JekyllFree
- Open-source JekyllFree
Roq plans
- RoqFree
Pick Jekyll if…
Jekyll suits people who want to generate static websites or blogs from text and layouts. It is also relevant to users comfortable installing its Ruby and build-tool requirements.
Pick Roq if…
Roq suits developers who want to generate static websites or blogs from Markdown and customize the result in Java. Its intended audience includes AI users and coders seeking a zero-configuration starting point.