Why Drupal 11 is Worth a Second Look

(Even If You’ve Heard It’s “Too Complex”)

February 05, 2026
I just finished migrating several projects to Drupal 11, and it’s got me reflecting on why we continue to choose Drupal as our primary CMS—and why it might be the right choice for your next project. There’s something special about building a large, secure “Library” of information which is accessible in so many, customizable ways.

But Drupal requires:

• Decent hosting (shared hosting won’t cut it)
• A proper deployment routine (dev/stage/production environments)
• A skilled individual/team for general updates and maintenance. We’ve developed long term relationships with a number of clients, providing various levels of support over the years.

If that sounds like overkill for your project, it probably is. We also believe in simple, well designed static sites, and for content-light projects, they’re fast, secure, and cost-effective. There are good reasons the static approach is popular right now.

But when you need database-driven content management with real horsepower, Drupal shines:
Complexity that serves a purpose. Custom workflows, granular permissions, complex data relationships, multi-site management, multilingual content—Drupal handles what other platforms can’t, often behind a clean, simple editorial interface.

Enterprise-grade security. When you're handling sensitive data or need compliance, Drupal's security track record speaks for itself. There’s a reason it powers government sites and Fortune 500 companies.

Long-term stability. Drupal 11 builds on over 20 years of development. You’re investing in a platform that will scale with you for years, with a clear upgrade path and no vendor lock-in.

True ownership. Your content, your data, your infrastructure. No platform fees that increase as you grow. No features held hostage behind premium tiers.

Good design and the right technical solution matter. We’re here to recommend what actually fits your needs. Match your actual needs with the right tool and shoot for something that works for your users and your in house requirements. Drupal doesn’t require a large agency or massive team, just the right expertise. They can be built economically and efficiently — and you get enterprise capabilities without enterprise overhead. If you’re hitting the limits of simpler platforms or need more than a static site can deliver, let’s talk about what makes sense for your project.