Webflow vs Ghost

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Ghost is both cheaper and competitive - a strong pick for most teams.

Webflow

No-code website builder with production-grade CMS and hosting

4.5 / 5From $14/mo
Ghost

Open-source publishing platform for newsletters and membership sites

4.4 / 5From $9/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanWebflowGhost
FreeYesNo
Starter$14/mo$9/mo
Pro$23/mo$25/mo
EnterpriseCustomCustom

Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo vs $14/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureWebflowGhost
Visual CSS and HTML builderYes-
CMS collectionsYes-
EcommerceYes-
Webflow Optimize A/B testingYes-
Logic form automationYes-
Newsletter publishing-Yes
Membership and subscriptions-Yes
0% transaction fees-Yes
SEO-optimized-Yes
Self-hosting option-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Webflow if you need...

  • +Most powerful no-code CMS builder
  • +Clean generated code
  • +Strong agency ecosystem
DesignersAgenciesFreelancersStartups

Choose Ghost if you need...

  • +No revenue cut
  • +Clean writing experience
  • +Great SEO
  • +Self-host option
Content CreatorsSolopreneursFreelancers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Webflow or Ghost?

Webflow scores higher in our review (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Ghost may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Webflow cheaper than Ghost?

Yes, Ghost is cheaper at the Starter tier ($9/mo).

What is the difference between Webflow and Ghost?

Webflow focuses on visual css and html builder and cms collections, while Ghost emphasizes newsletter publishing and membership and subscriptions. Webflow is best for Designerss, Agenciess, Freelancerss, Startupss, while Ghost suits Content Creatorss, Solopreneurss, Freelancerss.

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