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openElement vs RapidWeaver Elements: catalog facts
openElement	RapidWeaver Elements
Free Free to use without limitations.	Paid Paid software with a free trial download.
Windows	macOS
Visual drag and drop editing with full control over styles Local web server for testing PHP and databases	Native macOS app Publishes to your own server rather than a locked-in host
Windows only Closed source	macOS only Paid after the trial
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License: Freeware	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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