Payload CMS vs WordPress: Which Should You Choose in 2025?
An honest comparison of Payload CMS and WordPress to help you make the right choice for your next web project. We cover costs, performance, flexibility, and when each makes sense.
Read GuideI build modern, scalable content management systems with Payload CMS. From custom content models to WordPress migrations and API-first architectures - let's create a blazing-fast, TypeScript-powered CMS for your business.
Comprehensive Payload CMS services tailored to modern web applications
Bespoke Payload CMS implementations with custom content models, collections, and field types tailored to your exact requirements
Strategic content modeling and database design for scalable, flexible content management that grows with your business
Seamlessly migrate from WordPress to Payload CMS while maintaining SEO rankings, content, and improving performance dramatically
RESTful and GraphQL API design, third-party integrations, and custom endpoints for your Payload CMS
Optimise your Payload CMS for speed, efficiency, and scale with modern deployment strategies and edge computing
Comprehensive training for your team, ongoing maintenance, and expert support to keep your Payload CMS running smoothly
Built with modern Node.js and TypeScript, Payload delivers lightning-fast performance that WordPress simply can't match. Expect 70-80% faster load times.
Self-hosted means your data stays yours. No vendor lock-in, no subscription fees, complete customisation capability.
Type-safe development means fewer bugs, better developer experience, and easier maintenance as your project grows.
Built for the modern web with React, Next.js compatibility, and headless architecture that adapts to any front-end framework.
No licensing fees, lower hosting costs than WordPress, and better value than SaaS platforms like Contentful (£489/month).
Create exactly the content structure you need with custom collections, fields, and relationships - no compromises.
Everything you need to know about building with Payload CMS
An honest comparison of Payload CMS and WordPress to help you make the right choice for your next web project.
Comprehensive guide to Payload CMS benefits - discover why developers and businesses choose Payload over WordPress, Contentful, and traditional CMS platforms.
Step-by-step guide to getting started with Payload CMS - from installation to building your first content model.
Comprehensive guide to migrating your WordPress site to Payload CMS without losing SEO rankings or content.
How we modernised Top Grass's legacy ASP website with Payload CMS and Next.js, improving performance and reducing costs.
Start here if you're considering Payload CMS for your project
An honest comparison of Payload CMS and WordPress to help you make the right choice for your next web project. We cover costs, performance, flexibility, and when each makes sense.
Read GuideDiscover why Payload CMS is revolutionising content management. From TypeScript-powered development to blazing performance and complete ownership, explore 25 compelling reasons to choose Payload for your next web project.
Read GuideNew to Payload CMS? This comprehensive guide walks you through everything from installation to building your first custom content model, with practical examples and best practices.
Read GuideI combine Payload CMS with modern technologies for unbeatable performance
Payload CMS
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React Framework
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With 2 years of Payload CMS experience and 8 successful projects delivered, I specialise in building TypeScript-first content management systems that are 70% faster than WordPress. Based in Bristol, UK, I offer direct communication, personalised service, and proven results.
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Let's create a modern, high-performance CMS that's perfectly tailored to your business needs. Faster, more flexible, and more cost-effective than WordPress or traditional platforms.