CrafterCMS vs TYPO3 CMS

CrafterCMS is a content management system from CrafterCMS, headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA. It supports content localization, custom role permissions, webhooks, content preview, and asset transformations. Its API types include REST and GraphQL, and it is listed for web, Windows, macOS, and Linux.

The available plans represent three deployment and support arrangements. Community is an open-source GPL v3 release with community support and a self-hosted download. Enterprise is commercially supported and can be self-hosted or self-managed, with enterprise features and support. Crafter Cloud is a fully managed SaaS option with managed infrastructure, monitoring, and upgrades. The pricing model is listed as free, with a free plan available, but no prices are provided for Community, Enterprise, or Crafter Cloud.

TYPO3 CMS is a free, open-source content management system for websites and digital projects, available as self-hosted software. It supports multilingual, multi-domain platforms, custom content types, media management, SEO tools, and editorial workflows. Role and permission controls are designed for editor groups and decentralized teams. The maker lists security-by-default features including encrypted passwords, multifactor authentication, IP- and role-based access, and file storage outside the web root. TYPO3 also describes configurable data retention and tools for handling data export, correction, and deletion requests. Its stated audience ranges from small websites and intranets to complex online applications and multinational enterprises. LTS versions receive three years of free official support, with ELTS available for up to four additional years. TYPO3 14 requirements include PHP 8.2–8.5, supported database options, and modern browsers. The CMS plan is free; self-hosted system requirements apply. TYPO3 v12 ELTS is listed at €3,200 a year per single license before discounts, with that price applying from April 2026; year four is reserved for TYPO3 Partners.