Comparison
CellCMS vs Strapi
CellCMS adds GROQ queries, a built-in asset pipeline, and a drop-in Sanity migration path.
| Feature | CellCMS | Strapi |
|---|---|---|
| Managed cloud | Yes | Yes |
| Query language | GROQ | REST / GraphQL |
| Sanity compatibility | Yes | No |
| Real-time | WebSocket | Plugin |
| Asset transforms | Yes | Basic |
| Content studio | Built-in | Admin panel |
| Schema definition | Code-based | UI builder |
| Webhooks | HMAC-signed | Basic |
| Easy setup | Yes | Moderate |
| TypeScript | Full | Partial |
| SDK | Drop-in | Custom |
| Pricing | Free | Free + Enterprise |
| Plugin ecosystem | Growing | Marketplace |
Why teams choose CellCMS over Strapi
GROQ Query Language
Write expressive, JSON-native queries with GROQ instead of juggling REST endpoints or writing GraphQL schemas. GROQ compiles to optimised SQL under the hood.
Sanity Migration Path
Already invested in Sanity schemas? CellCMS reads them natively. Teams migrating from Sanity can switch with zero schema or query changes.
Built-in Asset Pipeline
Resize, crop, and convert images on-the-fly with Sharp. No plugins needed — focal-point cropping, WebP/AVIF output, and responsive srcset are built in.