From Hygraph to Agility CMS

We are the Hygraph to Agility CMS migration experts

Challenges with Hygraph

Key pain points

Seriously, who uses GraphQL anymore? The whole thing feels like homework. Beginners get hit with a learning curve, and simple projects often end up feeling more complex than they need to be. The UI can slow to a crawl once your dataset grows, especially if you’re juggling dozens of fields or multiple locales. While the localization tools work, the experience can get messy with 10+ languages, and suddenly your dashboard looks like a spreadsheet that lost a fight.

Integrations are also tricky. Everything runs through GraphQL, which leads to your entire stack still living in REST-land. In that case, expect extra dev time to bridge the gap. If you’re not sure whether Hygraph is the right fit or you’re stuck halfway up the learning curve, reach out. We can help you figure out the cleanest path forward.

You have to really love GraphQL

GraphQL is one of its strongest point but it can be your downfall as well, if your team hasn’t touched GraphQL before, expect a ramp-up period. It’s powerful but definitely not “plug in and go.”

Large dataset performance issues

Once your project grows, the Hygraph UI can start dragging. Big data collections need extra optimization to stay usable.

Interface sluggishness at scale

Heavy models, long lists, and asset-heavy projects can make the dashboard feel slow, especially for editors.

Localization workflow complexity

Managing multiple locales works, but it’s not as intuitive as it looks on paper. Some teams find themselves clicking around more than expected.

Multi-language interface clutter

Multi-language setups work fine, but as soon as you hit double-digit locales, the UI quickly becomes noisy and harder to manage. It’s usable, just not optimised for scale.

REST API integration challenges

If your systems still rely on REST, be prepared for extra engineering. Hygraph is GraphQL-only, so adapters and rework are part of the deal.

Benefits of Agility CMS

Key advantages

Agility CMS is one of the few headless CMS platforms that genuinely tries to bridge the gap between developer freedom and editor autonomy. The standout feature is built-in page management, something most headless CMS tools completely ignore. Editors can create and manage pages, control the sitemap, handle SEO fields, and arrange modular components on pages without needing a developer to wire everything up. That alone saves us a ton of back-and-forth on client projects.

The Next.js integration is solid and well-maintained. The SDK handles page routing, preview mode, and image optimization out of the box, and getting a starter site running takes minutes rather than hours. The content modeling interface is intuitive enough that even non-technical clients can understand and extend models without hand-holding, which is rare in the headless space.

Support is genuinely excellent. The team is small enough that you get real humans who know the product inside out, not a ticket queue that disappears into the void. For agencies that need to move fast and hand projects off to client teams, that responsiveness matters. The API request limits are generous too, with high request allowances across all plans, so you're not constantly worrying about overage charges like you would with some competitors.

We also appreciate that Agility takes a pragmatic approach to headless. It doesn't try to be everything, but it does the core CMS job well and stays out of your way when you need to build custom functionality around it.

Page management interface in Agility CMS

Built-in page management

The only headless CMS with native page management. Editors can build and manage pages, control the sitemap, and arrange modular components without developer involvement.

Strong Next.js integration

First-class Next.js SDK with automatic preview mode, image optimization, and page routing. Getting a project scaffolded takes minutes, not hours.

Intuitive content modeling

Visual schema modeler that maps to JSON. Non-technical users can understand and extend content models without needing a developer to walk them through it.

Excellent support team

Small, responsive support team that actually knows the product. You get real answers quickly, not generic ticket responses that take days.

Generous API limits

Generous API request allowances across all plans. No surprise overage bills or throttling when traffic spikes, which removes a common headache with usage-based competitors.

Built-in SEO and redirect management

SEO fields, sitemap editing, and URL redirect management are native to the CMS. Editors can handle these without a separate tool or developer intervention.