Payload CMS
7.2#17 in headless cmsFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitPayload CMS vs Prismic
What both publish
| Fact | Payload CMS | Prismic |
|---|---|---|
| API types | both | both |
| Asset transformations | Yes | Yes |
| Content localization | Yes | Yes |
| Content preview | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | United States | Paris, France |
| Product | Payload describes itself as an open-source, Next.js full-stack framework and backend for building websites and applications. | Prismic describes itself as a headless CMS with developer tooling, a CLI, and a page builder that fits into an existing stack. |
| Role permissions | custom | custom |
| Security | Payload’s security page describes SSO with SAML or OAuth 2.0, HttpOnly-cookie authentication, field-level access control, CSRF prevention, and configurable CORS. | Prismic says its API can be configured as private and require client authentication to retrieve repository content. |
| Support | The self-hosted free option includes community support, while the Enterprise option includes dedicated support. | Basic support provides access to the Community Forum, while Enterprise plans include priority or premium support options. |
| Webhooks | Yes | Yes |
Payload CMS plans
- Self-hostedFree
- EnterprisePriced on request
Prismic plans
- FreeFree
- Starter$10 a month
- Small$25 a month
- Medium$150 a month
- Platinum$675 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Payload CMS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Prismic if…
Prismic suits developers and content teams building websites with a supported framework and a headless content workflow. Its free plan is described for personal websites or proof-of-concept projects; larger teams can choose paid plans with higher user limits.