Contao
7.3#34 in content management systemsFree planFree planWebAPILinuxSelf-hosted
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Webflow CMS
8.3#4 in content management systemsFrom $15 a monthFree planWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Contao | Webflow CMS |
|---|---|---|
| Custom content types | Yes | Yes |
| Custom user roles | Yes | Yes |
| Editorial workflows | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2006 | 2013 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | 3250 Lyss, Switzerland | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Integrations | Contao is based on Symfony and can be extended with packages from the Contao extension directory or Packagist. | Webflow’s integrations library includes categories such as analytics, CRM, ecommerce, forms, localization, maps, payment processing, search, and social media. |
| Media library | Yes | Yes |
| Multilingual content | Yes | Yes |
| Platform type | self_hosted | Webflow describes its CMS as a visual-first, composable CMS and a hybrid CMS. |
| SEO tools | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The project offers free forum support from its community and professional support through Contao partners. | Webflow lists the Help Center, Support Portal, and Webflow University, while its Team plan includes priority support. |
Contao plans
- Contao CMSFree
Webflow CMS plans
- StarterFree
- Basic$15 a month
- Premium$25 a month
- Team$2,500 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Contao if…
Contao suits people building sites that need structured publishing, multiple contributors, or multilingual content. Its intended uses include landing pages, portals, e-commerce, and enterprise sites.
Pick Webflow CMS if…
Webflow CMS is aimed at marketing, design, and engineering teams, as well as agencies creating content-rich sites. Its visual editing and editorial workflow features may suit teams that manage site content together.