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Newt

Tokyo-made headless CMS — REST/GraphQL APIs, rich-text editor and schema-first modeling for JAMstack teams.

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Our Verdict

Capable headless CMS with modern DX, but microCMS and Contentful offer more momentum for most teams.

Pros

  • REST and GraphQL APIs included
  • Schema-first content modeling
  • Good DX for Jamstack frameworks

Cons

  • Japan-focused documentation and support
  • Smaller plugin ecosystem than rivals
  • Limited brand recognition outside JP
Best for: Japanese Jamstack teams wanting native GraphQL CMS Not for: International projects needing vendor longevity signals

When to Use Newt

Good fit if you need

  • Headless CMS with GraphQL API for JAMstack teams
  • Schema-first content modeling for structured publishing
  • Japanese headless CMS for Nuxt/Next.js projects
  • Preview mode for staged content in production workflow
  • REST + GraphQL dual API for flexible content delivery

Lock-in Assessment

Medium 4/5
Lock-in Score
4/5

Newt Pricing

Pricing Model
freemium
Free Tier
Yes
Entry Price
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score

Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing

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Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

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