What is a headless CMS?

A headless Content Management System (CMS) is a backend-only system that manages content without a built-in front-end. It allows developers to deliver content across websites, mobile apps, and IoT devices using APIs. Popular headless CMS platforms include Airtable, Strapi, and Contentful.

What is a hybrid CMS?

A hybrid CMS combines the features of a traditional CMS with more flexible content management and front-end design options. It allows users to manage content and design the website within a single platform without relying on external APIs. For example, Divhunt offers a built-in CMS integrated with its visual builder, enabling users to create and manage websites without coding. Other hybrid CMS platforms include Webflow and WordPress, which also combine content management with front-end design tools.

What are the benefits of using a headless CMS?

A headless CMS offers flexibility by separating content management from the front-end presentation. You can use any third-party CMS and connect it with the tools you prefer. For example, you can combine WordPress as a headless CMS with Divhunt's powerful front-end builder for a seamless website-building experience. Similarly, you can pair Airtable with Divhunt to manage structured data while designing the site visually. If you prefer custom development, a headless CMS can also work with React, Vue, or other modern frameworks, allowing complete control over your front-end while keeping content centralized.

How does a hybrid CMS differ from a headless CMS?

A hybrid CMS combines the ease of a traditional CMS with some flexibility of a headless approach, without requiring extensive custom development. While a headless CMS only provides content via APIs for developers to build the front end, a hybrid CMS offers an integrated content and design experience. Platforms like Divhunt, Webflow, and WordPress (with its built-in editor) fall under the hybrid category because they provide both a content management system and a visual builder in one platform. This allows users to manage content while designing the site without coding.

Which CMS is better for my project: headless or hybrid?

The choice depends on your project needs. If you want complete freedom to deliver content across multiple platforms (web, mobile, IoT) with custom front-end development, a headless CMS like Contentful, Strapi, or Sanity might be ideal. However, if you prefer an all-in-one solution where you can manage content and build your website visually without complex API setups, a hybrid CMS like Divhunt, Webflow, or WordPress offers the best balance of power and ease of use.

Headless vs. Hybrid CMS: Which Is Right For You?