Wordpress vs Blogger

This is a simple debate that requires some time to explore. First I am going to look at the benefits of using Blogger, which is operated and owned by Google.

Blogger has these benefits:
1. Editing the templates is simple and free. You can add third party layouts or customize your own without a fee. Colors and styles can be changed to fit the needs of your blog and market.
2. Scripts can be added to blogger of any time, tracker scripts, independent scrips, anything.
3. Importing is simple and can be done from one BlogSpot to the next.
4. The storage space for image is 1 GB and you need to use Picasa for this.
5. Email posting is an excellent option for blogs that constitute multiple people. You can post blogs from your email, or receive them in your email.
6. Private blogs are available and you can also use the administrative options to facilitate a smoother operation.
7. Comments can be confirmed and moderated.

Wordpress has these benefits:
1. Editing the templates requires paying a fee.
2. Scripts are not allowed as this is an HTML controlled site.
3. Importing information is simple and can be done from other Wordpress websites, live journal, Type Pad, or Blogger.
4. The space for storage is 3GB which is 3x blogger and you can upgrade buy purchasing plans.
5. The ability to add images to Wordpress is simple and requires no extra software to manage.
6. The option to create a static front page is simple and routine.
7. Contact forms can be added by adding the tag [contact form].
8. Wordpress allows for more editorial options ranging from Administrator, Editor, Contributor, and Authors.
9. Wordpress has the Askimet plug in to fight comment spam, and also lets you edit unruly comments.

Included at the bottom is a critical look at the gadget (blogger) vs widget (wordpress).