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PageKit vs WordPress
PageKit is a modern content layer for developers. WordPress is the established CMS for everyone. See how they compare.
Feature comparison
Side-by-side comparison.
| Feature | PageKit | WordPress |
|---|---|---|
| Open source | ✓ | ✓ |
| Self-hosting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Developer experience | TypeScript SDK, REST API, MCPModern stack | PHP, REST API, WP-CLILegacy stack |
| AI agent support | ✓MCP integration | ✗ |
| Learning curve | MinimalAPI-first | Moderate to steepAdmin UI focus |
| Free tier | 1 project, unlimited postsNo credit card | Free (self-hosted)Infrastructure costs |
| Managed hosting | ✓ | ✓WordPress.com |
| Plugin ecosystem | ✗ | ✓60k+ plugins |
| Theme ecosystem | ✗ | ✓10k+ themes |
| SEO | ✓ | ✓Yoast, RankMath |
| Webhooks | ✓ | ✗Plugin required |
| Scheduled publishing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Security | Modern security practicesBuilt-in | Varies by setupPlugin-dependent |
| Performance | Fast by defaultLightweight | Requires optimizationCan be bloated |
Why choose PageKit?
- ✓Modern developer experience with TypeScript and APIs
- ✓Built-in AI agent support via MCP for automated content workflows
- ✓No plugin dependencies — core features built-in
- ✓Lightweight and fast by default — no optimization needed
- ✓Headless design — use any frontend framework
- ✓Clean, maintainable codebase without legacy baggage
When to choose WordPress
- Massive ecosystem with 60k+ plugins and 10k+ themes
- Largest community and documentation available
- Proven track record powering 40% of the web
- Extensive third-party integrations
- Low barrier to entry for non-technical users
- Enterprise-grade with WordPress VIP
The verdict
Choose PageKit for modern development. Choose WordPress for ecosystem and familiarity.
PageKit is ideal for developers who want a clean, modern content layer without legacy complexity. WordPress is better for teams needing extensive plugins and a proven platform.
Best for
PageKit is best for modern web apps and JAMstack sites.
If you want a lightweight, API-first content layer that integrates with your modern stack, PageKit is the way to go.
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