What we love
- Largest OSS headless CMS community
- Plugin ecosystem
- Free self-host
What to watch
- Strapi Cloud features lag self-host
- Admin UX still trails Sanity/Contentful
Best for
Teams wanting an OSS headless CMS they can self-host or get managed.
Key features
- Open-source core
- Plugin marketplace
- REST + GraphQL APIs
- Customizable admin
- Strapi Cloud option
What is Strapi?
Strapi is the leading open-source headless CMS. Self-host for free or use Strapi Cloud. Massive plugin ecosystem and customizable admin.
Who is it for?
Strapi is a great fit for teams looking for a backend & infrastructure tool that fits the freemium tier. It's especially loved by engineering teams building serious production systems.
Key tags
CMSHeadlessOpen Source
How it compares
We curate Strapi among the top Backend & Infrastructure tools on saas.fyi. Browse all Backend & Infrastructure tools to compare alternatives, or use the directory's search and filters to find a closer fit.
Pricing
Free OSS, Cloud from $15/mo. Pricing tier: Freemium. Always confirm current pricing on the official site — SaaS pricing changes frequently.
Quick facts
- Category: Backend & Infrastructure
- Pricing: Freemium — Free OSS, Cloud from $15/mo
- Website: strapi.io
