MODX is the best alternative to Wordpress.
When it comes to choosing a content management system (CMS), most people assume WordPress is the obvious winner. It’s true, a huge percentage of websites are indeed built with WordPress, but just because it's popular doesn’t mean it’s the best fit for every business.
Enter: MODX.
At Eternity, we continue to build our sites with MODX because it is a more secure, customizable, and easy-to-use solution.
So, why MODX? Let’s break it down.
Speed, Security, and Creative Freedom: The MODX Advantage
Speed:
Fast by Design.
With Google prioritizing Core Web Vitals and page speed as ranking factors, website speed is no longer optional. MODX is purpose-built to serve pages fast without bloated code (i.e. unnecessary programming behind a website that clutters your site with features you don’t need and makes future updates a hassle) or overloaded plugin stacks, both of which will slow your site down. With MODX, you get lightning-fast load times out of the box, which directly impacts user experience and SEO.
Security:
Built In, Not Bolted On.
WordPress powers almost half of the internet, making it an enormous target for hackers. Its reliance on third-party plugins multiplies vulnerabilities. MODX, on the other hand, was engineered from day one with security baked into its DNA. According to MODX’s own track record, WordPress and similar platforms report 20-100x more security issues. Fewer vulnerabilities mean fewer fires to put out—and more peace of mind for you.
Creative Freedom:
No Compromises.
Unlike WordPress, which starts with a theme and requires plugins to customize functionality, MODX gives developers complete control from the start. No templates. No rigid structures. If you can design it, we can build it. MODX integrates seamlessly with modern front-end frameworks, 3rd party systems and custom APIs, offering pixel-perfect precision across any design or feature set.
Every detail, from layout to functionality, is handcrafted by our skillful developers, Rob and Kalei, meaning you get a unique site that reflects your unique brand and goals.
Built for Growth, Not Just a Quick Launch
WordPress excels for MVPs and hobby sites.
If you're launching a blog, testing product-market fit, or building a quick prototype, WordPress gets you live fast. Its plugin ecosystem allows non-developers to stand up basic functionality with limited budgets.
But scaling a serious business on WordPress often leads to a tangled mess of third-party plugins, bloated code, slow page speeds, plugin conflicts, expensive maintenance, and growing security liabilities.
MODX eliminates that technical debt from day one.
Customization Without Bloat
At Eternity, every MODX site is custom-crafted.
No prefab themes, no mystery plugins written by anonymous developers. Whether it’s integrating with custom APIs (like VBSR’s Member Directory with Wild Apricot), building interactive event calendars (like Find and Go Seek), or enabling advanced ADA compliance, we build it in-house and stand behind every line of code.
If something breaks, we fix it. Fast. Because we wrote it.
SEO Superpowers
MODX comes loaded with built-in SEO tools that go beyond what most plugins provide:
- Alt tag generator for accessibility and search visibility
- Meta title & description optimization with built-in recommendations
- Native AI content generator to assist in early draft creation
With speed, technical SEO optimization, and full control over content structure, MODX sites consistently outperform WordPress in organic search when competing on a level playing field.
“MODX websites are lightweight, fast-loading, and SEO optimized by default.” — Talley Summerlin, VBSR
A True Partnership, Not Just a Platform
Choosing a CMS is only part of the equation. Choosing a web partner who deeply understands your goals and can adapt your site as you grow is even more critical.
With Eternity and MODX:
- You get direct access to the developers who know your site inside and out.
- You get a long-term solution that evolves as your business grows.
- You get a dedicated Slack channel for instant support—no more submitting tickets into the void.
Check out our recorded demo below — or schedule a free demo.
No pressure, no cost, just a look at what’s possible when you build your site with Eternity.
