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At a Glance
Contentstack
Contentstack
Star Rating
(303)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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Ghost
Ghost
Star Rating
(39)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (78.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$29 per month, billed annually - $36 billed monthly
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AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that Contentstack excels in overall user satisfaction, reflected in its higher G2 Score compared to Ghost. Users appreciate its customizable features and strong SEO integrations, making it a preferred choice for businesses needing flexibility and advanced capabilities.
  • Users say that Contentstack's implementation process is notably efficient, with many highlighting its intuitive onboarding wizard that simplifies the setup for new users. In contrast, while Ghost is also praised for its easy installation, it lacks the extensive customization options that Contentstack offers.
  • Reviewers mention that Contentstack provides superior support, with a high quality of assistance noted by users. They appreciate the platform's ability to act as a reliable partner in business, which is a significant advantage over Ghost, where users have reported a less robust support experience.
  • According to verified reviews, Contentstack shines in its ease of use, particularly for non-technical users who can leverage its custom-coded templates and components. Ghost, while user-friendly, is often seen as more suited for simpler blogging needs, which may limit its appeal for more complex content management tasks.
  • Users highlight that Contentstack's advanced features, such as wireframing capabilities and content scheduling, significantly enhance productivity and workflow efficiency. Ghost, on the other hand, is recognized for its clean editor and built-in features, but it may not meet the demands of users looking for more comprehensive content management tools.
  • Reviewers note that while Ghost is ideal for small businesses seeking a straightforward blogging platform, Contentstack's scalability and enterprise-level features make it a better fit for mid-market companies looking to grow and adapt their content strategies over time.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Contentstack
Explorer Accounts
Free
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Ghost
Basic
$29
per month, billed annually - $36 billed monthly
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Free Trial
Contentstack
Free Trial is available
Ghost
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
247
8.2
31
Ease of Use
8.5
272
8.1
31
Ease of Setup
8.3
176
8.4
17
Ease of Admin
9.1
89
8.2
18
Quality of Support
8.7
209
8.3
24
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
89
8.2
10
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
242
6.1
30
Features by Category
Web Content ManagementHide 23 FeaturesShow 23 Features
8.1
155
8.1
24
Content
8.8
149
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Verified
8.9
23
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8.0
148
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Verified
8.1
22
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8.6
144
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8.1
19
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7.5
117
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7.2
20
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8.3
126
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7.8
15
8.6
134
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8.2
19
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8.4
134
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7.3
17
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7.5
139
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7.6
16
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8.5
134
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Verified
7.6
16
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Design
7.4
102
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Verified
7.9
19
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Verified
7.5
107
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Verified
8.9
19
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Verified
7.9
107
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8.4
20
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8.2
119
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Verified
7.7
22
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Verified
Platform
7.6
110
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Verified
8.4
19
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Verified
8.0
123
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Verified
8.7
21
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Verified
8.2
121
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Verified
8.4
19
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Verified
8.8
131
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Verified
8.2
20
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8.5
124
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7.8
18
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8.4
124
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Verified
7.8
13
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7.3
105
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Verified
7.8
17
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Verified
8.3
126
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Verified
8.6
18
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Verified
Agentic AI - Web Content Management
7.3
21
Not enough data
7.3
22
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Creation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Logistics
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Digital Experience Platforms (DXP)Hide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
7.3
27
Not enough data
Analytics
6.7
19
Not enough data
6.5
19
Not enough data
6.3
19
Not enough data
6.4
19
Not enough data
7.8
18
Not enough data
6.8
19
Not enough data
Content Management
7.5
22
Not enough data
7.7
20
Not enough data
7.8
23
Not enough data
Design & Development
8.4
20
Not enough data
8.2
20
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Digital Experience Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.1
12
Not enough data
Functionality
7.6
7
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.1
9
Not enough data
Management
8.2
10
Not enough data
8.3
7
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
Support
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
7.6
145
Not enough data
Publishing
8.3
120
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
122
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Verified
Not enough data
5.8
87
|
Verified
Not enough data
Development
7.7
120
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Verified
Not enough data
8.3
121
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Verified
Not enough data
8.0
117
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Verified
Not enough data
7.0
103
Not enough data
Analytics
7.4
106
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Verified
Not enough data
7.7
110
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Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Headless CMS
7.3
32
Not enough data
Content Experience PlatformsHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
7.6
38
Not enough data
Content Creation
8.6
38
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Content Experience Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Optimization
6.6
33
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform - Owned Media
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Owned Media
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Digital Experience Orchestration (DXO) PlatformsHide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration and Orchestration - Digital Experience Orchestration (DXO) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Experience Management and Personalization - Digital Experience Orchestration (DXO) Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Enterprise Content Management (ECM)Hide 25 FeaturesShow 25 Features
7.8
26
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
File Management
8.0
25
Not enough data
7.6
23
Not enough data
6.5
22
Not enough data
8.0
24
Not enough data
8.9
25
Not enough data
7.4
23
Not enough data
7.2
23
Not enough data
8.1
23
Not enough data
7.7
22
Not enough data
7.2
26
Not enough data
8.3
25
Not enough data
6.8
24
Not enough data
Workflow
7.7
22
Not enough data
7.6
23
Not enough data
7.7
23
Not enough data
8.3
24
Not enough data
7.8
22
Not enough data
Platform
7.5
24
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
7.5
23
Not enough data
7.3
23
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SAP Store
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Contentstack
Contentstack
Ghost
Ghost
Contentstack and Ghost are categorized as Headless CMS and Web Content Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Contentstack
Contentstack
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
17.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
44.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
37.9%
Ghost
Ghost
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
78.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Contentstack
Contentstack
Retail
11.5%
Computer Software
8.0%
Financial Services
7.3%
Consumer Goods
5.6%
Information Technology and Services
5.2%
Other
62.2%
Ghost
Ghost
Computer Software
24.3%
Information Technology and Services
13.5%
Publishing
8.1%
Writing and Editing
5.4%
Professional Training & Coaching
5.4%
Other
43.2%
Alternatives
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Discussions
Contentstack
Contentstack Discussions
What do you like most about Contentstack for content management, and what improvements could be made?
2 Comments
Joel S.
JS
How easy it is to create, manage and streamline the work.Read more
Who owns Contentstack?
1 Comment
Official Response from Contentstack
Contentstack is a privately-held company founded in 2018. It has received funding from venture capital investors, such as Insight Partners, Illuminate...Read more
How do I use Contentstack?
1 Comment
Marty B.
MB
Comment deleted by user.Read more
Ghost
Ghost Discussions
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