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Recommended Headless CMS
Prismic
Prismic is a Content Management System, a tool for editing online content. Also known as a headless CMS, an API CMS, a content platform, a disruptive content-as-a-service digital experience...basically we've built a tool that lets you choose your technology, framework, and language and then easily manage your content.
Pros:
Mid-range pricing (around 500.- / month)
Simple to use interface
Many functionalities built-in
Efficient model editor
Good support of GraphQL
Cons:
A strong concept of the final layout in the editor (limits the creation of content pieces that are reusable in different layout settings)
No connections to GCP
GrahCMS
GraphCMS is the Headless CMS allowing you to build digital experiences the way you envisioned them - with all your backends, frontends, and services, working together in harmony.
Pros:
Mid-range pricing (around 500.- / month)
Simple to use interface
Many functionalities built-in
Efficient model editor
Good support of GraphQL
Cons:
A bit more technical than other commercial headless CMS
No connections to GCP (some documented case here, but not clear what: https://graphcms.com/ecosystem-partners/google-cloud-platform)
Directus
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Apostrophe is a globally-minded technology company focused on creating incredible open source content management tools for organizations—from small businesses to the enterprise. Our products empower our customers to take ownership over their digital experiences. As a full-featured JavaScript CMS with both headless capabilities through the headless module and core in-context editing, our tools appeal to both developers and content editors, not only because of how flexible they are, but because they feel good to use. Our customers’ success in their digital experiences is a result of the impact of our products.
#2 Other options
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Most of these systems are not open source and can’t be hosted in Boxalino Cloud making them a less effective solution considering the strong advantages of a real-time preview as explained in the first section of the page. |
Prismic
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Pros:
Mid-range pricing (around 500.- / month)
Simple to use interface
Many functionalities built-in
Efficient model editor
Good support of GraphQL
Cons:
A strong concept of the final layout in the editor (limits the creation of content pieces which are reusable in different layout settings)
No connections to GCP
Contentful
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probably not the best admin for marketers
Others (to review):
Kontent
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