Open source
MIT
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Open-source, TypeScript-native headless CMS that self-hosts cleanly.
PriceFree – $599/mo
PlatformsWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux
Best forEnterprise, Product Designer
Why we recommend it
Payload gives you a real, code-defined content model with a good admin UI — the sweet spot between a rigid SaaS CMS and building admin screens yourself.
Strengths
- Open source and self-hostable
- Content model defined in TypeScript
- Genuinely good admin interface
Keep in mind
- Requires developer setup
- Not a visual page builder
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Free – $599/mo — Free tier, with paid plans.
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