Compare Payload CMS and Storyblok 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (57.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free
Payload CMS
Star Rating
(59)4.9 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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Star Rating
(569)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (57.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Storyblok excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive UX/UI and ease of use. Users appreciate how straightforward it is to create and edit content, allowing team members to jump in and manage landing pages without needing engineering support.
- According to verified reviews, Payload CMS stands out for its developer-friendly documentation, which users find helpful for getting started quickly. The recent update to Payload 3.0 has enhanced its performance, making it a strong choice for developers looking to build fast and efficiently.
- Users say that Storyblok's preloaded templates significantly speed up the process of updating pages, contributing to a smooth initial setup experience. Reviewers highlight the platform's ability to show real-time changes, which helps teams avoid long waits for engineering sprints.
- Reviewers mention that Payload CMS offers a high degree of customization, allowing developers to tailor the platform to their specific needs. This flexibility has been a game-changer for many users, enabling them to create unique solutions that fit their workflows.
- G2 reviewers note that while Storyblok has a solid overall rating, it faces challenges in certain areas like versioning and content performance, where Payload CMS tends to receive higher scores. This indicates that users may find Payload more effective for complex content management tasks.
- According to recent user feedback, Payload CMS has a vibrant community and responsive support, which users find invaluable when troubleshooting issues. The active Discord community is frequently mentioned as a resource for quick assistance, enhancing the overall user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Payload CMS
Self-Hosted
Free
Get started in one-line: $ npx create-payload-app
- Completely free and open-source
- GraphQL, REST, and Local APIs
- Easily customizable ReactJS Admin
Storyblok
Starter
Free
For developers, freelancers, and small businesses.
- 1 Free User seat included, add new members at 15,00 €/mo
- up to 2 user seats
- Management API
Free Trial
Payload CMS
Free Trial is available
Storyblok
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.4
56
8.7
468
Ease of Use
9.0
56
8.9
484
Ease of Setup
9.1
48
8.4
343
Ease of Admin
9.3
47
8.8
304
Quality of Support
9.3
55
8.6
365
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
35
8.9
265
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
55
9.1
443
Features by Category
Content
10.0
7
9.2
225
9.5
7
8.6
224
10.0
7
8.1
203
8.8
7
7.8
203
10.0
7
8.2
184
9.3
7
8.1
176
9.0
7
8.3
217
9.8
7
7.9
202
9.8
7
8.5
189
Design
8.3
6
7.3
162
8.6
7
8.0
183
9.2
6
8.1
165
9.8
7
8.6
199
Platform
9.8
7
7.9
175
9.5
7
8.2
198
9.8
7
8.5
198
9.8
7
8.4
208
9.8
7
8.6
181
9.3
7
8.7
188
8.1
7
7.8
169
10.0
7
8.5
197
Agentic AI - Web Content Management
Not enough data
7.1
25
Not enough data
6.9
24
Analytics
Not enough data
8.1
37
Not enough data
8.1
33
Not enough data
8.0
33
Not enough data
8.6
36
Not enough data
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.5
35
Content Management
Not enough data
8.8
40
Not enough data
8.9
45
Not enough data
9.1
41
Design & Development
Not enough data
8.4
38
Not enough data
8.5
38
Not enough data
9.2
42
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
XML Data Model Type
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Software Model
Not enough data
8.9
138
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
127
Creation Features
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
122
Not enough data
8.2
119
Functionality
Not enough data
9.6
24
Not enough data
9.5
23
Not enough data
9.3
25
Management
Not enough data
9.8
23
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.9
24
Support
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Publishing
8.9
25
8.5
252
9.1
35
8.5
277
6.8
12
6.0
169
Development
8.4
43
8.3
310
9.4
42
8.4
302
8.8
29
7.6
258
8.8
26
7.3
234
Analytics
8.6
40
7.5
247
9.2
44
8.2
271
Agentic AI - Headless CMS
Not enough data
7.3
44
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
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
53
Not enough data
9.0
55
Not enough data
8.7
46
Not enough data
9.0
50
Not enough data
9.0
49
Not enough data
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.5
50
Not enough data
9.3
55
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Workflow
Not enough data
8.6
46
Not enough data
8.5
44
Not enough data
8.4
45
Not enough data
8.5
42
Not enough data
8.5
42
Platform
Not enough data
8.8
51
Not enough data
9.2
55
Not enough data
8.0
48
Not enough data
8.1
45
Not enough data
9.1
52
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Payload CMS and Storyblok are categorized as Headless CMS and Web Content Management
Unique Categories
Payload CMS is categorized as E-Commerce Platforms
Storyblok is categorized as Component Content Management Systems, Enterprise Content Management (ECM), Digital Experience Platforms (DXP), and WebOps Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Payload CMS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Storyblok
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
32.8%
Information Technology and Services
13.8%
Design
8.6%
Marketing and Advertising
6.9%
Internet
5.2%
Other
32.8%
Computer Software
15.1%
Information Technology and Services
13.2%
Marketing and Advertising
6.2%
Internet
3.9%
Program Development
3.4%
Other
58.2%
Discussions
Payload CMS has no discussions with answers
Is there a way to lock components when they are populated with content?
2 Comments
Official Response from Storyblok
Hi Thomas,
Yes, it is possible to create presets of components in the V2 editor: https://www.storyblok.com/changelog#preset-management and also in the V1...Read more
What is Storyblok used for?
2 Comments
MN
Storyblok is a headless content management system (CMS) used to manage and deliver content across websites, apps, and digital platforms.
It separates the...Read more
Not actually a question - but if you actually want to make my review available, I need to contact legal. So not a generic "no"
1 Comment
Official Response from Storyblok
Hi Daniel, thank you for your time writing your review and inquiry here.
We've double-checked with G2, and it will require you deleting the review first,...Read more
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