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Payload vs Strapi

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PayloadHeadless CMS
Free (open-source)Published price
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StrapiHeadless CMS
Payload logo
Payload
Headless CMS

The most powerful TypeScript CMS.

Strapi logo
Strapi
Headless CMS

The leading open-source headless CMS.

Overview
CategoryHeadless CMSHeadless CMS
What it isPayload 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.Strapi is an open-source headless CMS that gives developers the freedom to choose their favorite tools and frameworks while providing editors with an easy content management experience.
Pricing
Published priceFree (open-source)
Payload is available as free or open-source software. No paid numeric vendor price suitable for a display headline was found; implementation, hosting, or commercial support may ca…
Contact Strapi for detailed pricing information. Plans typically scale based on team size and usage requirements.
Pricing modelNot availableTiered plans
Free optionsFree plan · No free trialFree plan · Free trial
Deal on CubbieNone right nowNone right now
Company
Founded20212015
Team size11-50 employees51-200 employees
HeadquartersPittsburgh, PennsylvaniaParis, France
Featured clientsTypeScript developers, Agencies, EnterpriseIBM, Toyota, NASA

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