DatoCMS vs Payload

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DatoCMSHeadless CMS

Headless CMS with an intuitive editing interface, real-time previews, and image optimization tools designed for modern Jamstack websites.

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PayloadHeadless CMS

Payload is an open-source, code-first headless CMS and application framework built with TypeScript, providing a self-hosted alternative to Contentful and Sanity with full code ownership.

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Vendor evidence comparison for DatoCMS, Payload
Vendor 1
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DatoCMS
Headless CMS

The headless CMS that your team will love

Vendor 2
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Payload
Headless CMS

The most powerful TypeScript CMS.

Overview
CategoryHeadless CMSHeadless CMS
What it isHeadless CMS with an intuitive editing interface, real-time previews, and image optimization tools designed for modern Jamstack websites.Payload is an open-source, code-first headless CMS and application framework built with TypeScript, providing a self-hosted alternative to Contentful and Sanity with full code ownership.
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Pricing modelTiered plansNot available
Free optionsFree plan, Free trialFree plan, No free trial
Company
Founded20152021
Team size11-50 employees11-50 employees
HeadquartersFlorence, ItalyPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Featured clientsNot availableTypeScript developers, Agencies, Enterprise

Where these sit in Headless CMS

  • DatoCMS$99 / month
  • Headless CMS median$19.85 / month

Typical monthly range: $12.33–$52.48 per seat. 26% are priced on request.

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