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LUNO is Backend Platform for the AI Era.
LUNO vs Directus
Directus wraps existing SQL databases as a CMS. LUNO provides the backend platform itself — different job than DB-sidecar CMS.
Why
Why people compare
Teams want a full platform (forms, agents, edge) rather than admin UI on an existing DB.
Matrix
At a glance
| Dimension | LUNO | Directus |
|---|---|---|
| Category | AI-era Backend Platform | CMS / headless CMS family |
| Operators | Humans + agents (MCP) | Editors + API/plugins |
| REST | ✓ | ✓ |
| GraphQL | Not primary | ✓ |
| Japanese UI | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pricing unit | Site / org | ~$15+ |
Overview from public vendor info. Verify current details on each vendor site.
Who
Who each is for
LUNO
Greenfield or replatform backends for sites and agents.
Directus
Orgs that must keep PostgreSQL/MySQL as source of truth.
When not to choose LUNO
If the database already is the product, Directus fits.
Migrate
Migration posture
Only migrate if you accept a new system of record; otherwise keep Directus.
FAQ
FAQ
Can LUNO sit on my SQL DB like Directus?
LUNO is not a DB admin layer. It is the platform system of record.
When is Directus better?
When SQL schemas must remain canonical forever.
Agents?
LUNO MCP is built-in. Directus agent paths depend on custom API usage.
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