Contentful vs Sanity
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right content management for your business needs.
Platform Overview
Both Contentful and Sanity are popular content management solutions. Here's how they compare.
Contentful
An enterprise-grade headless CMS that delivers content via APIs to any digital channel.
Sanity
A composable content platform with a real-time collaborative studio and a structured content lake.
Feature Comparison
Contentful Features
- Content delivery and preview APIs
- Extensible app framework
- Localization support
- Content modeling UI
- Webhooks and workflow automation
Sanity Features
- Real-time collaborative editing
- Structured content lake
- Customizable React-based studio
- GROQ query language
- CDN-backed content API
Best For
Contentful — Best For
- Enterprise multi-site content management
- Localized global websites
- API-first content architectures
Sanity — Best For
- Structured content modeling
- Collaborative editorial workflows
- Omnichannel content delivery
Our Verdict
Both Contentful and Sanity are excellent choices. Contentful excels at enterprise multi-site content management, while Sanity shines at structured content modeling. The best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and technical requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Contentful or Sanity?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your needs. Contentful is best for enterprise multi-site content management, while Sanity excels at structured content modeling. We can help you evaluate which fits your business.
Can I switch from Contentful to Sanity?
Yes, migration is possible. The complexity depends on your current setup and data. Our team can plan and execute a smooth migration with minimal downtime.
Can I use Contentful and Sanity together?
In many cases, yes. Contentful and Sanity can complement each other depending on your architecture. We can advise on the best integration strategy.
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