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Contentstack
Contentstack
(284)
4.4 out of 5
Contentstack
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Payload CMS
Payload CMS
(59)
4.9 out of 5
Payload CMS
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At a Glance
Contentstack
Contentstack
Star Rating
(284)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (44.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Payload CMS
Payload CMS
Star Rating
(59)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.2% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Contentstack excels in providing a high level of flexibility and customization, allowing users to create custom-coded templates and components that can be reused. This feature is particularly beneficial for non-technical publishers, enhancing their ability to manage content effectively.
  • Users say that Payload CMS stands out for its developer-friendly documentation, which simplifies the onboarding process. The recent update to Payload 3.0, which integrates with Next.js, has significantly improved development speed, making it a favorite among developers looking for efficiency.
  • Reviewers mention that Contentstack's ease of building is a major advantage, with many users appreciating how it allows them to work faster and more efficiently. The platform's intuitive design helps streamline content management, making it easier for teams to collaborate.
  • According to verified reviews, Payload CMS offers a highly tailored experience for developers, enabling them to customize the platform to meet specific needs. Users have noted that this adaptability is a significant improvement over previous platforms, enhancing overall satisfaction.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Contentstack has a robust set of features, it sometimes faces challenges in matching specific workflow needs, leading to configuration difficulties for some users. This can impact the overall user experience, especially for those with unique requirements.
  • Users report that Payload CMS has a vibrant community support system, with an active Discord channel that provides quick assistance. This community-driven approach helps users resolve issues faster, contributing to a more positive experience overall.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Contentstack
Explorer Accounts
Free
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Payload CMS
Self-Hosted
Free
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Free Trial
Contentstack
Free Trial is available
Payload CMS
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.6
235
9.4
56
Ease of Use
8.5
260
9.0
56
Ease of Setup
8.3
165
9.1
48
Ease of Admin
9.1
89
9.3
47
Quality of Support
8.7
200
9.3
55
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
89
9.4
35
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
233
10.0
55
Features by Category
Web Content ManagementHide 23 FeaturesShow 23 Features
8.1
150
9.4
7
Content
8.8
145
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Verified
10.0
7
8.0
143
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Verified
9.5
7
8.6
141
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Verified
10.0
7
7.5
117
|
Verified
8.8
7
8.3
126
|
Verified
10.0
7
8.5
130
|
Verified
9.3
7
8.5
133
|
Verified
9.0
7
7.5
135
|
Verified
9.8
7
8.5
132
|
Verified
9.8
7
Design
7.4
102
|
Verified
8.3
6
7.5
107
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Verified
8.6
7
7.9
107
|
Verified
9.2
6
8.2
119
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Verified
9.8
7
Platform
7.6
110
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Verified
9.8
7
8.0
123
|
Verified
9.5
7
8.2
121
|
Verified
9.8
7
8.8
131
|
Verified
9.8
7
8.5
124
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Verified
9.8
7
8.4
123
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Verified
9.3
7
7.3
105
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Verified
8.1
7
8.3
126
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Verified
10.0
7
Agentic AI - Web Content Management
7.3
21
Not enough data
7.3
22
Not enough data
Content MarketingHide 16 FeaturesShow 16 Features
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
22
Not enough data
Analytics
6.7
20
Not enough data
6.5
20
Not enough data
6.3
20
Not enough data
6.4
20
Not enough data
7.8
19
Not enough data
7.0
19
Not enough data
Content Management
7.5
21
Not enough data
7.7
21
Not enough data
7.7
21
Not enough data
Design & Development
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.2
21
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
WebOps PlatformsHide 9 FeaturesShow 9 Features
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
Headless CMSHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
7.6
142
8.7
46
Publishing
8.3
120
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Verified
8.9
25
8.3
120
|
Verified
9.1
35
5.8
88
|
Verified
6.8
12
Development
7.7
121
|
Verified
8.4
43
8.3
122
|
Verified
9.4
42
8.0
118
|
Verified
8.8
29
7.0
103
8.8
26
Analytics
7.3
106
|
Verified
8.6
40
7.7
110
|
Verified
9.2
44
Agentic AI - Headless CMS
7.2
33
Not enough data
Content Experience PlatformsHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
7.6
37
Not enough data
Content Creation
8.5
37
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
E-Commerce PlatformsHide 51 FeaturesShow 51 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Headless Commerce
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
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - E-Commerce 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
Merchandising/Marketing
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
Product Catalog
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Order Process
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Multi-Channel Support
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
Platform
Not enough data
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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
7.7
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
SAP StoreHide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SAP Store
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
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Contentstack
Contentstack
Payload CMS
Payload CMS
Contentstack and Payload CMS are categorized as Headless CMS and Web Content Management
Unique Categories
Contentstack
Payload CMS
Payload CMS is categorized as E-Commerce Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Contentstack
Contentstack
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
17.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
44.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
38.3%
Payload CMS
Payload CMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
86.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Contentstack
Contentstack
Retail
11.7%
Computer Software
8.4%
Financial Services
7.7%
Consumer Goods
5.8%
Information Technology and Services
5.1%
Other
61.3%
Payload CMS
Payload CMS
Computer Software
32.8%
Information Technology and Services
13.8%
Design
8.6%
Marketing and Advertising
6.9%
Internet
5.2%
Other
32.8%
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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
What is Contentstack?
1 Comment
CM
Contentstack is a headless CMS with an API-first approach that puts content at the center. It is designed to empower content editors to update content in...Read more
What kind of support does Contentstack provide?
1 Comment
CM
Contentstack provides 24x7 in product chat support. You can contact the support team through in-product chat or by emailing support@contentstack.com....Read more
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Payload CMS
Payload CMS Discussions
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