Website Builders comparison · 2026
Squarespace vs Wix (2026 Comparison)
Side-by-side: pricing, features, pros, cons, and our editorial winner for website builders.
Winner summary
Squarespace vs Wix: how they differ
We have not scored Squarespace against our rubric yet, so we are not naming an overall winner here. The dimensions below are still directly comparable.
Cheaper
Squarespace
Higher rated
Not compared
Better free tier
Wix
Squarespace
Design-led builder with great templates
Not yet scored
$16/mo
Feature comparison
| Dimension | Squarespace | Wix |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $16/mo | $17/mo |
| Free trial | 14-day free trial | Free plan |
| Best for | Design-conscious creators | Small biz & solopreneurs |
| Badge | Editor's Choice | — |
Squarespace key features
- Award-winning templates
- Built-in commerce
- Member areas & courses
- Email campaigns add-on
- Acuity Scheduling
Wix key features
- Wix ADI (AI site generation)
- Drag & drop editor
- App Market with 300+ apps
- Built-in SEO tools
- Hosting included
Squarespace — pros & cons
Pros
- Best-looking templates out of the box
- Polished editing experience
Cons
- Editor less flexible than Wix
- Some features behind add-ons
Wix — pros & cons
Pros
- Easiest to launch
- Massive template library
- Strong all-in-one stack
Cons
- Harder to migrate off
- Free plan shows Wix branding
When to pick which
Choose Squarespace if…
- Portfolios
- Boutique commerce
- Service businesses
Choose Wix if…
- Small business websites
- Portfolios
- Restaurants