Independent. Data-driven. Always current.
Track DXP, headless CMS, traditional CMS, and open-source platforms compare across capability, cost efficiency, implementation complexity, and operational burden, with near real-time scoring as platforms evolve.
Click any platform on the graph to view its complete scorecard.
Four dimensions. One view. Faster decisions.
Higher suite capability scores mean a platform ships more of the experience layer natively. Look for platforms aligned to your must-have capabilities.
Higher placement means more capability delivered per unit of cost-to-own. Balance power with practicality.
Larger bubbles indicate more complex builds and heavier implementation effort. Factor in your timeline and team expertise.
Color shows the day-to-day operational burden.
An independent evaluation framework designed for enterprises, by implementers.
Platforms are evaluated using the same published framework, with no vendor influence on scoring.
Scores account for implementation effort and operational burden, not just feature lists.
Scoring categories, definitions, and weighting are publicly documented.
Use criteria-level scoring alongside broader analyst research to understand what each approach is designed to answer.
Comparing this against analyst research? See how the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Platforms differs from criteria-level scoring, and which questions each approach is built to answer.
Explore the full methodology →Answer seven plain English questions about what you are building and who is building it. The field shrinks to the two or three platforms worth your time.
Start the tour →Pick any platforms. Decide what each axis measures, from cost to compliance to a single criterion. Watch the chart assemble, then share the link.
Open the builder →Plain-English buyer guides for marketing leaders. Who is best for your team, what to watch out for and what it really costs, rated on our independent scorecards.
Read the guides →Each platform category has its own analytical lens. Explore dedicated deep-dives with five analytical views built around what matters most for that segment.
