Joomla 6.0 Beta just arrived, giving us an early look at the next big CMS release. I tested the new version, explored its features, and compared it to earlier builds. In this review, I’ll highlight the key updates, new improvements, and what you can expect when Joomla 6.0 launches as a stable release.
Release Overview
Joomla has already released three Beta versions for its upcoming 6.0 launch, with Joomla 6.0 Beta 3 arriving on 16th September 2025. The new version encourages testing and early feedback, allowing developers and agencies to explore features, check extension compatibility, and prepare for future upgrades.
The Joomla team announced that the stable Joomla 6.0 release will roll out on 14th October 2025. Although the beta shouldn’t run on live websites, it marks an important milestone and shows how Joomla is improving performance, usability, and developer-focused tools.
Key Features in Joomla 6.0 Beta
Who Should Try Joomla 6.0 Beta?
Joomla 6.0 Beta is not meant for live production sites, but it’s highly valuable for anyone who wants to prepare for the stable release. Here’s who will benefit the most from testing it now:
- Developers – to check extension and template compatibility, explore the new APIs, and start adapting code for Joomla 6.
- Agencies & Freelancers – to understand new workflows, performance changes, and prepare for upcoming client upgrades.
- Website Owners & Enthusiasts – to get an early feel for the new interface, improved content tools, and performance boosts before deciding on future migrations.
- Community Contributors – to test, report bugs, and help refine Joomla 6 before it goes stable.
Testing the beta ensures fewer surprises when the stable release arrives, and it gives you a head start in planning upgrades or new projects on Joomla 6.
Limitations & Beta Considerations
Use Joomla 6.0 Beta strictly for testing, not for live websites. Since developers are still building it, you may face bugs, incomplete features, and extension compatibility issues. Explore and prepare with this version, but wait for the stable release before deploying it on production sites.
Upgrade Considerations: From Joomla 4 and Joomla 5 to Joomla 6
You don’t need to move from Joomla 4 to Joomla 6, but upgrading gives you time-saving tools like batch tag removal, custom fields, and advanced template controls.
Joomla 5 users can upgrade smoothly and gain features that once required custom code, such as activation reminders, versioning for custom fields and tags, and advanced template styling.
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My First Impressions
After testing Joomla 6.0 Beta, it’s clear that the focus is on usability and efficiency for both developers and content managers. Even the smaller additions, like Number/Note fields, Date/Time fields, the Checked-out filter, and Module Tag, make day-to-day management smoother.
On the visual side, the new Advanced Colour and Font Settings give clients more freedom to handle branding without always relying on developers. Meanwhile, features such as extended versioning and API improvements provide developers with more control and easier maintenance for their projects.
Overall, Joomla 6 feels like a thoughtful upgrade — not just adding flashy features, but introducing practical improvements that make working with the CMS more efficient.
Stay Updated
Joomla 6 currently offers a beta release, so it hasn’t reached full stability and some features may still change before the final version. Expect bugs and compatibility issues, and avoid using it on live production sites.
The Joomla team plans to release the stable version on 14 October 2025. At that point, site owners, developers, and agencies can safely plan upgrades or new projects. Meanwhile, the beta gives you a great chance to test new features, explore improvements, and prepare ahead of time.
We’ll update this blog once the stable version is out, providing a complete Joomla 6.0 review and practical guidance on upgrading smoothly.
