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Strapi vs Contentful
Compare Strapi and Contentful to find the best tool for your needs.
Strapi
Open-source headless CMS giving developers the freedom to use their favorite tools and frameworks while allowing editors to manage content easily.
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Contentful
A headless CMS that provides a content infrastructure for digital teams to power websites, apps, and devices.
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Pricing
Free (self-hosted), Cloud offering starting at $9/month
Free tier, $489+/month for paid plans
Pros & Cons
Strapi
Pros
- Self-hosted and open-source
- Highly customizable API
- User-friendly admin panel
- Strong authentication features
Cons
- Requires technical setup
- Self-hosting maintenance overhead
- Community plugins can be limited
- Learning curve for complex setups
Contentful
Pros
- Truly headless architecture
- Powerful API-first approach
- Good developer experience
- Scalable for enterprise
Cons
- Steep learning curve
- Expensive for larger projects
- Requires development resources