Website builders like Wix and Squarespace look like a deal at first glance. Just $25/month? Drag-and-drop? No dev needed? It sounds almost too good to be true – and that’s because… it kind of is.
If you’ve ever wondered how DIY site costs compare to working with a developer (like me!), let’s break it down – no fluff, just numbers.
Website builders are subscription-based, meaning you pay every month, forever. And the second you stop paying? Your website disappears.
On top of the base plan, you’ll probably need to upgrade to unlock:
💡 Average annual cost? Usually around $300–600/year, even for a fairly basic site – and more if you want features that actually help your business grow.
Even though you’re not paying a developer, you are paying with your time:
That’s time you could be spending on your actual work, marketing, or even, you know, sleeping.
When you work with me, we skip the limitations and get straight to the good stuff:
You pay upfront, then you own your site. Hosting is minimal, and you’re free to expand or evolve without starting over.
If you need a quick placeholder or a temporary online presence, website builders are fine. But if you want a site you can grow with, control, and actually trust to work long-term, a developer-built WordPress site wins on flexibility, performance, and yes – value.
I offer full builds, hourly help, and monthly support plans depending on what you need.
Check out pricing here or reach out if you want to compare options.
