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ApostropheCMS vs DatoCMS
Both stand on cms tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
ApostropheCMS offers a free, extensible CMS with visual editing and headless options. Paid plans and separate hosting support larger teams, but deployment requirements should be reviewed first.
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Free plan APIWeb
DatoCMS combines structured content management, editorial tools, and API delivery for teams working across languages and channels. Check the Free plan's limits and support model before relying on it for production work.
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| ApostropheCMS | DatoCMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic Environments: $39 a month | Professional: €149 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 3 |
| Maker | ApostropheCMS | Not published |
| Website | apostrophecms.com | datocms.com |
| On cms tools | #3 of 31 | #7 of 31 |
ApostropheCMS: what it does well
- Open-source Node.js CMS
- Free Community Edition
- In-context visual editing
- Supports REST API and Astro
- Includes workflows, localization, and SEO tools
What to know first
- Hosting costs are separate
- Pro starts at $199 a month
- Self-hosted production has specific infrastructure requirements
DatoCMS: what it does well
- No-code builder for custom content schemas
- Locales support multilingual projects
- Editorial tools include scheduled publishing and collaboration
- GraphQL Content Delivery API
- Assets cover images, video, documents, and audio
What to know first
- Free plan has no overages
- Free plan is primarily for testing and prototyping
- Professional costs €149/month with annual billing
- Free support is community-based
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