Kiln
8.4#3 in content management systemsFrom $4.99 a monthFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitKiln vs Mattrbld
What both publish
| Fact | Kiln | Mattrbld |
|---|---|---|
| Content storage | Site files and their complete version history remain in the customer’s GitHub repository rather than a Kiln database. | Content lives in Git repositories and is not stored on Mattrbld’s external servers. |
| Intended users | Kiln describes itself for people who build static sites and want clients or other non-technical editors to update site content themselves. | The maker describes it as suited to developers or agencies helping small to medium-sized clients manage website content, and says it is not a drag-and-drop website builder. |
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
Mattrbld plans
- Official hosted instanceFree
- Self-hosted coreFree
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.
Pick Mattrbld if…
Mattrbld suits developers and agencies helping small to medium-sized clients manage website content. It is not a drag-and-drop website builder.