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RapidWeaver Elements vs openElement: catalog facts
RapidWeaver Elements	openElement
Paid Paid software with a free trial download.	Free Free to use without limitations.
macOS	Windows
Native macOS app Publishes to your own server rather than a locked-in host	Visual drag and drop editing with full control over styles Local web server for testing PHP and databases
macOS only Paid after the trial	Windows only Closed source
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Freeware
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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