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Marketpath CMS vs Thunder CMS

Both stand on content management systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Marketpath CMS

Free plan Web

Choose Marketpath CMS if you want a hosted website platform with editorial tools, multi-site management, and a free Starter plan. Check the per-site usage limits when selecting a plan, since excess pageviews, storage, or domains may add fees.

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Thunder CMS

Free plan Self-hostedWeb

Thunder CMS combines publisher-focused editorial controls with Drupal extensibility and responsive previews. Its free core is substantial, but optional partner services can add costs and some listed integrations are unavailable in Thunder 6.

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The facts

Marketpath CMSThunder CMS
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWebSelf-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planStandard: $49 a monthFree or on request
Plans published41
MakerMarketpath CMSThunder CMS
Websitemarketpath.comthunder.org
On content management systems#57 of 165#61 of 165

Marketpath CMS: what it does well

  • Includes editorial workflows, custom roles, and multilingual content.
  • Provides SEO tools, a media library, and custom content types.
  • Manages multiple websites from one dashboard.
  • All sites include SSL, automatic backups, and a content delivery network.
  • Includes a live API and import/export capabilities.

What to know first

  • The free Starter plan is limited to 20 pages and 300 MB storage.
  • Starter includes 2,000 monthly pageviews, one domain, and one published version.
  • A free site without a linked payment method may be deactivated after exceeding its pageview limit.
  • Excess pageviews, storage, or domains may incur additional fees.

Thunder CMS: what it does well

  • Free GNU GPL distribution with no license fee
  • Scheduling for publication, removal, and image expiry
  • Media browser supports cropping and focal points
  • Liveblog feature supports real-time event coverage
  • Extensible through over 2,500 Drupal modules

What to know first

  • Premium partner services may cost extra
  • Facebook Instant Articles and Google AMP unavailable in Thunder 6
  • Self-hosted setup may require implementation support

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