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Feature	Strapi
STOA Rating	6.0
Description	Open-source Node.js headless CMS you can self-host or run in the cloud.
Strengths	•Free and open-source with self-hosting option •Full ownership of your content and data •Flexible content modeling fits many types of projects •Large developer community and good documentation •Works well as a backend for websites, apps, and e-commerce
Weaknesses	•Requires a developer to set up and maintain — not beginner-friendly •Cloud hosting plans can get expensive for small teams •No built-in front-end, so you still need to build or connect a website •Self-hosting means you handle your own updates and security
Key Features	•Manage website or app content through a customizable admin dashboard •Build your own content types like blog posts, products, or events •Deliver content to any front-end via REST or GraphQL API •Self-host for free on your own server or use Strapi Cloud for managed hosting •Control user roles and permissions for your content team •Extend functionality with plugins or custom code
Pricing	Free tier available Free Tier
Best For	All industries
AI Features	None
Categories	Build & ConnectCreate & Publish Content
STOA Verdict	Strapi is best for small businesses that have a developer on staff and need full control over their website or app content without being locked into a platform like WordPress. The biggest upside is that the open-source version is free and you own your data completely — but if you don't have technical help, this tool will feel overwhelming fast.
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Strapi

6.0

Open-source Node.js headless CMS you can self-host or run in the cloud.

Strengths

•Free and open-source with self-hosting option
•Full ownership of your content and data
•Flexible content modeling fits many types of projects
•Large developer community and good documentation
•Works well as a backend for websites, apps, and e-commerce

Weaknesses

•Requires a developer to set up and maintain — not beginner-friendly
•Cloud hosting plans can get expensive for small teams
•No built-in front-end, so you still need to build or connect a website
•Self-hosting means you handle your own updates and security

Key Features

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