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Compare Craft CMS and WordPress
At Reeds, we’ve noticed a common request from potential clients: “We want our website built in WordPress.” And we get it, it’s familiar territory. After all, many have dabbled with it and feel comfortable in its ecosystem. But here’s our spin on it: while WordPress has its merits (and we’re not about to bash it), we believe in doing things differently. That’s why we opt for Craft CMS. Why? Because it’s a smarter choice for our clients.
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Feeling a bit hesitant about switching gears? We’d love to give you a demo to show how Craft CMS can transform your next project.
WordPress started out as a blogging platform and still carries that DNA. Want to create something that goes beyond a blog? You end up cutting and pasting code, juggling plugins for everyday functions, and ultimately dealing with a clunky, slow loading website that’s a nightmare to maintain.
Enter Craft CMS, a system that gives you a clean slate and the tools you need to build exactly what you envision. No assumptions, no unnecessary baggage. For us developers, that means we get to do what we love: crafting a website that not only looks brilliant today but is also built to evolve seamlessly with your business.
Sure, Craft CMS might not have a marketplace bursting at the seams with plugins, but we see that as a benefit. With WordPress, you can sometimes feel stuck relying on third-party code, which can open the door to future security headaches.
In our eyes, Craft CMS paves the way for high quality, scalable, and secure websites that stand the test of time and best of all, they’re a breeze for you to update.
Take a look at our comparison table below to discover why we believe Craft CMS is the smarter choice for your next project.
Craft vs WordPress
Features
Craft CMS
WordPress
Security
Proven track record with strong built-in security features, fewer vulnerabilities.
Frequent target for hackers due to widespread use and reliance on third-party plugins.
Customisation
Tailored for developers, offering complete control over custom builds.
Heavy reliance on pre-made themes and plugins, often requiring compromises.
Performance
Optimised for speed, with lightweight, clean code.
Can become bloated and slow, especially with multiple plugins.
Scalability
Ideal for complex, high-performance websites with advanced functionality.
Suitable for smaller sites but struggles with scalability without significant maintenance.
User Interface
Simple, intuitive, and consistent admin panel tailored to specific needs.
Admin panel can feel cluttered and unintuitive due to generic design.
Accessibility
Built WCAG 2.2 and ATAG 2.0 compliance.
Accessibility varies greatly; plugins are often needed for compliance, often leading to inconsistency.
Plugin Dependency
Minimal reliance on third-party plugins; most features are built-in.
Heavy reliance on plugins, leading to potential compatibility and security risks.
Content Editing
Streamlined and straightforward, offering an intuitive content editing experience.
Can be overwhelming for editors, especially on complex sites.
SEO Features
Highly customisable SEO options built-in, suitable for advanced strategies.
Basic SEO options, often requiring additional plugins like Yoast for advanced features.
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Already comfortable with WordPress? No problem. We also offer a seamless migration service from WordPress to Craft CMS.