What is the latest Joomla version?

Joomla 6.1.3 is the current stable download as of late August 2026. Confirm on downloads.joomla.org . Joomla 5.4.8 remains the parallel 5.x security/bugfix line.

What is the latest WordPress version?

WordPress 7.1 (“Mary Lou”), released 19 August 2026. See the official announcement .

Is Joomla 5 still relevant vs WordPress 7?

Joomla 5.4 is still a supported bridge for many sites, but new Joomla work should target 6.1.x . Comparing “Joomla 5 vs WordPress 6” alone is no longer current.

Is Joomla 6 better than WordPress 7?

Not universally. Joomla 6.1 is better for native multilingual and ACL. WordPress 7.1 is better for block editing velocity and plugin choice. Use requirements, not brand loyalty.

Should I upgrade WordPress 6.x sites to 7.1?

Yes on staging first, then production, after theme/plugin checks. Follow WordPress release notes for 7.1-specific editor and media changes.

Should I upgrade Joomla 5.4 to 6.1?

Usually yes when extensions are ready. Test with the compatibility plugin, then harden toward native 6.x. See Joomla upgrade services .

Where can Infyways help?

Joomla development , WordPress services , CMS development , and the equal-weight overview Joomla vs WordPress .

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Joomla 6.1 vs WordPress 7.1: Latest CMS Comparison

Side-by-side of current stables: Joomla 6.1.3 and WordPress 7.1. Equal weight on editors, multilingual, ACL, upgrades, and when each CMS wins in 2026.

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