The best alternatives to Confluence
Confluence’s cloud-only push and rising costs have teams looking for simpler, more predictable options. EU-based tools like Stackfield and Anytype keep data and processing inside Europe, avoiding the compliance friction of US-hosted platforms. Others, such as XWiki or BlueSpice, offer self-hosting to break vendor lock-in entirely.
European alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Why do teams switch from Confluence?
The biggest triggers are rising costs, especially after the forced cloud migration, and data sovereignty concerns. US-based hosting and compliance with non-EU laws create friction for European teams, while feature gaps and vendor lock-in add to the list of pain points.
Are there Confluence alternatives with EU data hosting?
Yes. Stackfield, Slite and Anytype process and store data exclusively in the EU or EEA. Self-hosted tools like XWiki or BlueSpice give you full control over the server location.
Can I migrate my Confluence content to another tool?
Most alternatives provide import tools for Confluence’s XML or HTML exports. Self-hosted options like XWiki often support direct migration paths, while cloud tools like Stackfield typically handle imports via their support teams.
Are European Confluence alternatives cheaper?
Entry-tier pricing is often more predictable and transparent, with free plans or per-user costs that scale more gently than Confluence’s tiered model. Self-hosted options eliminate subscription fees entirely but require your own infrastructure.
What is the best European Confluence alternative for data sovereignty?
Stackfield is a strong choice for teams prioritizing EU data residency and end-to-end encryption. Anytype and Slite also restrict processing to the EU/EEA. For full control, self-hosted tools like XWiki or BlueSpice let you choose the server location.