Comparison
Wix, Squarespace or a professional website?
Website builders promise a site in a weekend. True. But they don't tell you what it actually costs to have a website that works for your business.
Comparison
What you get — and what you don't see
| Criteria | Wix / Squarespace / Jimdo | Professional website |
|---|---|---|
| Starting cost | Low (€0–200) | One-off (€800–2,500) |
| Monthly cost | €15–45/month (forever) | Hosting €5–15/month |
| Cost after 5 years | €900–2,700+ | One-off + hosting |
| Ownership | Platform — not you | Fully yours |
| SEO performance | Mediocre (slow code, bloat) | Optimal |
| Loading speed | Average 3–6 sec | Under 1.5 sec |
| Unique design | Template (thousands of users) | Tailored to your brand |
| Flexibility | Limited by platform | Fully customisable |
| Migration | Practically impossible | Always possible |
| Support | Help desk / forum | Personal contact |
Decision guide
When to choose what?
Makes sense when…
- You're just starting and genuinely have no budget
- Your website is purely informational (name, phone, opening hours)
- You want to test something quickly before investing
- You have your own design and copywriting skills
Be aware: this is a temporary solution, not a foundation to grow on.
The logical choice when…
- Your website needs to convince customers
- You want to be found via Google
- You want to stand out from competitors
- You need a professional appearance
- You want to spend less in the long run
Recognise this?
Time to have it built
You're embarrassed by your site
You'd rather send people to Instagram than your website. That's a signal.
Your site delivers nothing
Visitors arrive, but enquiries don't. That's a website problem.
Competitors are picking up clients
Same service, better website — and they get the leads. That gap is fixable.
Next step
Want to know what your website needs?
I'll review your website and give you concrete advice — no obligations. Or take a look at my packages and pricing straight away.
Frequently asked questions
Still have questions?
Can I switch from Wix to a professional website later?
Yes, but a lot gets lost. Content has to be migrated manually, URLs change (which affects your SEO), and it costs more than if you'd chosen a custom website from the start. Better to invest right the first time.
Is Wix really that bad for SEO?
Wix has improved in recent years, but professionally built websites consistently score better. The code is leaner, the loading time faster, and the technical structure is precisely tuned to your content.
What if I want to make changes later?
With a professional website, you arrange that through the developer. At DeskCare you can always get in touch for changes — per adjustment or via a maintenance plan.
How long does it take to have a website built?
On average 2–4 weeks for a standard website, depending on how quickly you provide feedback and content. Not much longer than properly finishing a Wix site.