Choose Wix or Squarespace if you enjoy design, have time to build and write your own site, and already have a logo. Choose StartupLime if you want a professional site plus the brand behind it (logo, identity, copy and social), built and launched for you.
At a glance
| Factor | StartupLime | Wix | Squarespace |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who builds it | We do | You | You |
| Typical cost | $1,900 incl. 1 yr hosting | ~$17–$160/mo | ~$16–$100/mo |
| Custom logo & identity | Included | AI logo maker | Basic logo tool |
| Copywriting | Included | DIY / AI | DIY / AI |
| Platform ownership | WordPress, host anywhere | Locked to Wix | Locked to Squarespace |
| Social kit + 30 days of posts | Included | No | No |
The real cost of DIY
Builders advertise low monthly prices, but the expensive part is your time. Most founders spend 20–60 hours choosing a template, writing copy, sourcing images, tweaking layouts and fixing mobile views, and the result often still looks like a template. At even $50 per hour of your time, that’s $1,000–$3,000 of effort.
SEO and speed
Wix and Squarespace can rank well when configured carefully. A custom-built, lightweight WordPress site gives you full control over speed, schema markup and technical SEO, and we set it all up for you, including Google Search Console and an XML sitemap.
Choose a DIY builder if…
- You already have a strong brand
- You enjoy designing and writing
- You’re fine with a monthly platform fee long-term
Choose StartupLime if…
- You need the logo, brand and site together
- You want professional copy and SEO setup
- You want a site you fully own and can move
FAQ
Is Wix or Squarespace better for a small business?
Squarespace is often preferred for clean design templates, and Wix for flexibility and app options. Both are DIY. If you’d rather not build it yourself, a done-for-you custom site is the alternative.
Is WordPress better than Wix for SEO?
WordPress offers more control over technical SEO, speed and structured data, which is why many SEO professionals prefer it. A well-built site on any platform can rank, but WordPress gives more room to optimize.
