Duda costs $25/mo.
These cost $0.
5 free alternatives to Duda, checked for license, recent activity and real adoption. Each one tells you the catch, so you can switch with your eyes open.
Duda vs Free Alternatives Matrix
Quick side-by-side comparison · $0/mo vs $25/mo
| Alternative | Type | License | Where It Runs | Stars | Head-to-Head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Webstudio | open source | AGPL-3.0+ | Local or hosted | ★ 8.8k | Duda vs Webstudio → |
| Plasmic | open source | MIT AND AGPL-3.0 | Local or hosted | ★ 6.9k | Duda vs Plasmic → |
| Silex | open source | AGPL-3.0+ | Local or hosted | ★ 2.9k | Duda vs Silex → |
| Vvveb | open source | AGPL-3.0+ | Self-host | ★ 1.2k | Duda vs Vvveb → |
| Concrete CMS | open source | MIT | Self-host | ★ 850 | Duda vs Concrete CMS → |
The picks
5 open source · ranked by fit
- 01
Webstudio
open sourceAGPL-3.0+Local or hosted8.8kaug 2026Responsive visual sites with reusable components and CMS data; agency management becomes your own process.
The catch vs DudaWebstudio has no built-in agency billing, white-label client portal or managed multi-client workflow.
Install, platforms & data +
- platforms
- webself-hostedself-host, real ops
- install
- Hosted signup or desktop app; alternatively export the project or deploy the self-hosted builder/site
- setup
- The free cloud plan publishes only to a Webstudio subdomain; a free custom domain requires export or self-hosting
- engines
- Webstudio Inception AI and MCP integrations; the hosted model provider is not named in official documentation
- your data
- Projects and assets live in Webstudio Cloud when hosted there; export/self-host routes produce source or static assets under the user's deployment
- checked
- 2026-08-10
- 02
Plasmic
open sourceMIT AND AGPL-3.0Local or hosted6.9kaug 2026Reusable components, collaboration and unlimited projects free; client handoff is less agency-tailored.
The catch vs DudaPlasmic lacks Duda's agency-specific white-label dashboard, client billing and standardized multi-site handoff workflow.
Install, platforms & data +
- platforms
- webself-hostedthey host it
- install
- Hosted signup; optional npm-installed Plasmic CLI for React code generation and deployment in your own repository
- setup
- Free hosted output keeps Plasmic branding; codegen/self-deployment requires a Node/React project and deployment workflow
- engines
- Plasmic AI (beta); the official site does not name its underlying model provider
- your data
- Hosted projects and CMS records in Plasmic Cloud; codegen writes React components plus plasmic.json and plasmic.lock into the user's repository
- checked
- 2026-08-10
- 03
Silex
open sourceAGPL-3.0+Local or hosted2.9kaug 2026A free visual publisher for client sites with export; reusable-section workflows are basic.
The catch vs DudaSilex's reusable sections, permissions, collaboration and client handoff are basic beside Duda's agency workflow.
Install, platforms & data +
- platforms
- webself-hostedthey host it
- install
- Use the hosted editor with a GitLab login, install the desktop alpha, or run the official Docker setup
- setup
- The stable hosted route starts with a GitLab account; the desktop build is still labelled alpha
- engines
- Optional desktop MCP workflow can connect to Ollama, OpenCode, Goose or Claude Code
- your data
- Project JSON and assets in GitLab, FTP or local storage; publishing produces ordinary static HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- checked
- 2026-08-10
- 04
Vvveb
open sourceAGPL-3.0+Self-host1.2kaug 2026A visual CMS with multisite support, reusable themes and forms; the agency dashboard is less civilized.
The catch vs DudaVvveb has no comparably polished agency dashboard, white-label client workflow or managed fleet of sites.
Install, platforms & data +
- platforms
- webself-hostedself-host, real ops
- install
- Download and upload the PHP release, open the site URL, and complete the browser installer
- setup
- PHP hosting, a database, writable files, mail and payment configuration, plus ongoing server updates
- your data
- Content, products, orders and settings in MySQL/MariaDB, SQLite or PostgreSQL; media and downloadable files on the server filesystem
- checked
- 2026-08-10
- 05
Concrete CMS
open sourceMITSelf-host850aug 2026In-page editing, reusable blocks, permissions and workflows; hosting and client support are no longer bundled.
The catch vs DudaConcrete CMS lacks Duda's agency-first white-label dashboard, client billing/handoff workflow and managed hosting.
Install, platforms & data +
- platforms
- webself-hostedself-host, real ops
- install
- Release ZIP to PHP hosting, create a MySQL/MariaDB database, then finish the browser installer
- setup
- PHP hosting, a database, writable directories, and responsibility for updates, backups and outbound mail
- your data
- Pages, users, settings and block data in SQL; uploaded assets in the server file manager or a configured remote storage location
- checked
- 2026-08-10
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct answers · Duda open-source replacements
What is the best free alternative to Duda?+
The top free alternative to Duda is Webstudio (open source, AGPL-3.0+). Responsive visual sites with reusable components and CMS data; agency management becomes your own process. Other popular Duda replacements include Plasmic, Silex, Vvveb.
Can I self-host a free replacement for Duda?+
Yes. Of the 5 free alternatives to Duda, 5 can be self-hosted on your own server or local machine: Webstudio (AGPL-3.0+), Plasmic (MIT AND AGPL-3.0), Silex (AGPL-3.0+), Vvveb (AGPL-3.0+), Concrete CMS (MIT).
How much does switching from Duda to a free alternative save?+
Duda starts at $25/month per seat ($300/year). Switching a 5-person team to a free alternative like Webstudio saves $1,500 per year in software subscription fees.
Should I vibe-code or build my own Duda clone from scratch?+
Our build verdict for Duda is KINDA (the core, yes. the polish, no). The core loop is buildable, but a dependable replacement becomes a real weekend or multi-day project. For Duda, build and manage one client-ready responsive site from reusable sections. The hard boundary is agency workflow, white-labeling, hosting, client permissions, and support, plus editor polish, hosting, templates, and ecosystem.
What is the catch when switching from Duda to Webstudio?+
Webstudio has no built-in agency billing, white-label client portal or managed multi-client workflow.
