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Comparison · Mkt Auto
Joomla vs Mautic
A side-by-side editorial comparison of Joomla and Mautic — release velocity, themes, recent moves, and the top alternatives to consider.
Shared themes:security
Joomla vs Mautic: at a glance
What is Joomla?
Joomla 6.2 enters beta with AI language fallback, XOAuth2, and a revamped TinyMCE — three tracks shipping in parallel.
Joomla is maintaining three active release tracks simultaneously: 5.4.x receives security patches, 6.1.x gets maintenance updates, and 6.2.0 is now in beta. The 6.2 beta cycle has introduced an AI-assisted language fallback chain, a generic XOAuth2 implementation, an Enum form field type, TinyMCE link selector and native readmore, and secure article preview without requiring a frontend login. A path traversal vulnerability in com_templates was patched across both 5.4.8 and 6.1.3 as simultaneous security releases.
What is Mautic?
Mautic 7.2.0 ships transactional emails, A/B testing, MMS, and a Marketplace API in its densest feature release.
Mautic 7.2.0 'Lynx Edition' is a substantial feature release — truly transactional emails, A/B testing for segment emails, MMS with token support, a Marketplace API with reviews and ratings, point insights, invite-by-email user management, bulk contact field operations, and an infinite campaign canvas. Earlier in the cycle, 7.1.2 patched seven CVEs across SQL injection, SSRF, SSTI, path traversal, and authorization bypass — a coordinated security sweep across three active version branches.
Joomla vs Mautic: editorial side-by-side
Joomla
6.3MKT AUTO
Joomla 6.2 enters beta with AI language fallback, XOAuth2, and a revamped TinyMCE — three tracks shipping in parallel.
◆ Current state
Joomla is maintaining three active release tracks simultaneously: 5.4.x receives security patches, 6.1.x gets maintenance updates, and 6.2.0 is now in beta. The 6.2 beta cycle has introduced an AI-assisted language fallback chain, a generic XOAuth2 implementation, an Enum form field type, TinyMCE link selector and native readmore, and secure article preview without requiring a frontend login. A path traversal vulnerability in com_templates was patched across both 5.4.8 and 6.1.3 as simultaneous security releases.
◆ Where it's heading
The '6.2 beta' label is doing real work: the release cycle is disciplined, with two betas already out and a feature set that has mostly stabilized. The AI-prefixed items in the changelogs (language fallback chain, login module configuration) suggest a push to make content delivery smarter across multilingual sites — though the scope is narrow so far. The three-track release model is a deliberate trade-off between stability for existing installs and forward development.
◆ Prediction
Joomla 6.2.0 stable should ship within 4-6 weeks given the beta pace. The AI-prefix features will likely expand in 6.3, particularly around content personalization and multilingual workflows. A fourth track (6.2.x security) will open once 6.2.0 ships.
Mautic
3.8MKT AUTO
Mautic 7.2.0 ships transactional emails, A/B testing, MMS, and a Marketplace API in its densest feature release.
◆ Current state
Mautic 7.2.0 'Lynx Edition' is a substantial feature release — truly transactional emails, A/B testing for segment emails, MMS with token support, a Marketplace API with reviews and ratings, point insights, invite-by-email user management, bulk contact field operations, and an infinite campaign canvas. Earlier in the cycle, 7.1.2 patched seven CVEs across SQL injection, SSRF, SSTI, path traversal, and authorization bypass — a coordinated security sweep across three active version branches.
◆ Where it's heading
Two parallel stories define this period: feature depth and security maturity. The Marketplace API is the most directional move in 7.2.0 — it signals Mautic betting on a third-party plugin ecosystem rather than competing solely on native features. If the Marketplace gains traction, extensibility becomes the platform's differentiation. The security sweep in 7.1.2 shows the project is investing in coordinated disclosure and multi-branch maintenance, which is table stakes for enterprise adoption.
◆ Prediction
The Marketplace will gain a managed distribution model and featured plugin promotions. The campaign builder's infinite canvas is a UX investment that will likely see visual editing improvements in 7.3.0.
Alternatives to Joomla and Mautic
Other Mkt Auto products tracked by Sparkpulse, ranked by recent ship velocity. Each card links to a full editorial trajectory and lets you pivot into a head-to-head comparison with either Joomla or Mautic.
n8n
n8n ships 2.40.0 with AI builder hardening while laying v3 storage migration groundwork
Buttondown
Buttondown gives publishers granular AI-crawler controls as daily fixes continue
Gumloop
Gumloop ships Gumball, background subagents, and a model router in two weeks—each one changes how agents work.
Pimcore
Pimcore's 2026.2 branch is in steady bug-fix mode, targeting storage races, workflow correctness, and image processing.
Moosend
Moosend's only visible signal is blog content—no public product changelog available
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Recent activity from Joomla and Mautic
Latest ship moves from both products, interleaved chronologically. ⚡ = editorial spark.
- 13d agoMauticMautic Community 7.2.0 Lynx Edition ⚡
- 15d agoJoomlaJoomla 6.2.0 Beta 2
- 29d agoJoomlaJoomla 6.2.0 Beta 1 ⚡
- 29d agoJoomlaJoomla! 5.4.8
- 29d agoJoomlaJoomla! 6.1.3
- 1mo agoJoomlaJoomla 6.1.3 Release Candidate 2
- 1mo agoJoomlaJoomla 5.4.8 Release Candidate 2
- 1mo agoMautic7.2.0-rc2
- 2mo agoMauticMautic Community 7.1.3
- 3mo agoMauticMautic Community 7.2.0 RC: Lynx Edition
- 3mo agoMauticMautic Community 7.1.2 ⚡
- 3mo agoMauticMautic Community 6.0.9
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Joomla and Mautic?
Both compete on the same themes — security — within Mkt Auto. Joomla is currently shipping more aggressively (velocity 6.3 vs 3.8), with 1 editorial sparks in the last 30 days against 1. See the at-a-glance table above for a side-by-side breakdown of velocity, recent sparks, and editorial themes.
Is Joomla better than Mautic?
Sparkpulse doesn't pick a winner — we score release velocity, not feature parity. Joomla is currently shipping more aggressively (velocity 6.3 vs 3.8), with 1 editorial sparks in the last 30 days against 1. For your specific use case, the alternatives sections above list other Mkt Auto products to evaluate alongside.
What are the best alternatives to Joomla?
Top Joomla alternatives in Mkt Auto are ranked by recent ship velocity. Browse the "Joomla alternatives" section above for the current picks, or visit /alternatives/joomla for the full list with editorial commentary on each.
What are the best alternatives to Mautic?
Top Mautic alternatives in Mkt Auto are ranked by recent ship velocity. Browse the "Mautic alternatives" section above for the current picks, or visit /alternatives/mautic for the full list with editorial commentary on each.