HugoCMS
7.2#40 in content management systems€139 one-timeFree planWebSelf-hosted
VisitHugoCMS vs Kiln
What both publish
| Fact | HugoCMS | Kiln |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | The maker describes Git-based versioning and an elFinder web file manager integrated into the CMS. | Kiln works with GitHub repositories and hosts that redeploy on push, including Cloudflare Pages, Netlify, Vercel, and GitHub Pages. |
| Intended users | The maker describes the CMS as allowing people without technical knowledge to create, edit, and manage content, while developers retain control over site structure and design. | Kiln describes itself for people who build static sites and want clients or other non-technical editors to update site content themselves. |
| Support | The pricing comparison lists standard support within 24 hours and premium support on request within one hour. | Self-hosted plans include community support on GitHub, while Fully managed includes priority support. |
HugoCMS plans
- FreeFree
- Pro€139, paid once
- EnterprisePriced on request
Kiln plans
- Open sourceFree
- Self-hostedFree
- Kiln Cloud$4.99 a month
- Fully managed$14.99 a month
- Concierge setup$399, paid once
- Concierge setup & tagging$399, paid once
Pick HugoCMS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Kiln if…
Kiln suits people building static sites who want clients or other non-technical editors to update content themselves. It also fits owners who want edits retained in their own GitHub repository.