WordPress vs Wix: What is the Difference?
It is 2022 and the debate still rages on; will a WordPress site be the best fit for your online presence or is a Wix site the right option for you?
The development of websites has changed so much over the last decade that it doesnât even slightly resemble its original form. Businesses, bloggers, just about everyone who can do with a website really, is now presented with a smorgasbord of choices when it comes to what their website will look like and where they will host their site. So many options means there is a lot more flexibility these days to be creative and to really create that knock out marketing campaign that will get loads of attention and also drive sales.
Of all the many choices, and there are a lot out there, when it comes to creating a website, the two most popular choices that will crop up time and again are WordPress and Wix.
These two content platforms are wildly different from one another, in so many strange and unique ways, and often while a Wix site is great for those hobbyists just looking for a creative outlet from which to share their ventures and creations, a WordPress site is considered more business friendly.
To help you make the right decision for your needs, hereâs what you should keep in mind when considering WordPress vs Wix.
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Comparison Between WordPress and Wix
Letâs cut right to the chase, if you are building your website yourself, the whole comparison will come down to how much time you are willing to give to learning how to build your site. Regardless of the site you select, what you get out of your website is what you are willing to put into it.
On face value, both options look user friendly, but when you dig a little deeper, youâll find that that is only the case if you are already quite proficient in website building.
Now ease of use can be thrown right out the window if you are hiring a designer to do things for you, but if you are building the website yourself, ease of use is the most important thing to think about.
Which is best in terms of ease of use? Wix
Wix is hands down the easier of the two options when it comes to building a website and keeping it updated. Wix has an all-in-one builder that is ridiculously easy to work with and there are also various free template options to play with. The end result is a work of art, which can become a reflection of who you/your company is.
The site is so user friendly that it will actually guide you through the building process which can be immensely helpful if this is the first time you are building, and you can be done with the build in a matter of minutes.
WordPress on the other hand, is made up of a lot more complex building blocks, and these can take a lot of time and a little coding knowledge to arrange.
Cost
There is no doubt that costs are a big consideration, especially for those smaller companies who are working on a limited budget. Not only will you perhaps have to think about the costs related to having the website professionally built, but there are costs relating to the website monthly marketing, content creation, photography and monthly hosting. If you are a creative, you can tick a lot of this off your list by doing it yourself, but if you are not, the fees can add up fast.
In this case, when talking about costs, weâre going to focus on fees relating to hosting and themes.
Which is best in terms of pricing? Itâs a toss-up.
Both WordPress and Wix offer the option of free hosting, but there is a catch. If you want an official looking domain name (you should) and if you want to have a more customised approach to your website, you should steer clear of the free plans and prepare to pay out a little something. Hosting prices for either website will depend on the company, as some plans are cheaper than others. And if you want a specific theme, you will find more options when you are willing to pay than if you were to stick to the free plan.
Customisation
Being able to play around with your websiteâs design and create something truly original is something that everyone should eventually aim for, as this is the only way that you can set yourself apart from all of the other millions of websites on the internet. Customisation is a big deal and when comparing Wix and WordPress, as there is a massive difference between the two.
Which is best in terms of customisation? WordPress
Although Wix gives you a couple of great options as well as a few templates to play around with, WordPress is the real stand out between the two. With WordPress you can really go quite wild with the layout and design, even if you decide to buy a template. And with the many modern developments in the web design world, WordPress customisation is easier than ever before.
Website Ownership
While free options will help to save some money, the biggest downside is that you wonât be able to own your website. Not being able to own your site can lead to all sorts of problems, not least losing control over your site. There is also the fact that if you donât own the site, should you want to move it to a better host, you wonât have that option. Instead, you will have to start building from scratch.
Which is best in terms of website ownership? WordPress
Because you can buy a domain, host a site and then build a site using WordPress, it is the natural best choice if you are concerned about website ownership. You will own the domain, which you can register with whomever you are hosting, and it will be yours for as long as you want it. Owning the website domain is also beneficial if you want to make sure that you have access to official looking email addresses, something that is important for anyone in business.
