Which is cheaper, Ghost or Payload?

Ghost is 1.9x cheaper than Payload. Ghost starts at $0/mo, Payload starts at $0/mo.

Does Ghost have a free tier?

Yes, Ghost offers a free tier with .

Ghost has moderate switching cost. Payload has moderate switching cost. Both have similar switching complexity.

Cms

Ghost

← More affordable

Open-source publishing platform for blogs, newsletters, and memberships

Switching Cost: moderate

Payload

TypeScript-first open-source headless CMS with code-based configuration and managed cloud hosting

Switching Cost: moderate

You're paying a premium for Payload — expect around a 1.9x higher bill compared to Ghost.

It's a toss-up based on priorities — Payload excels at typescript-first, while Ghost shines on open-source.

It's a toss-up based on priorities — Payload excels at typescript-first, while Ghost shines on open-source.

Price Difference

1.9x

Ghost is cheaper by $17/mo