Wix Website Builder Reviews

“stylish templates for every niche”

Pros

Comes with visually impressive templates built for small businesses, restaurants, online shops and creative professionals like musicians and photographers. They're optimized for mobile devices and you can add extra functions or flair through the many apps available in the App Market. It feels a bit like moving into a pre-built house: the core structure is already there and isn't really meant to be changed.

Cons

This is probably just a minor complaint but it does bother me a little that you can't transfer content from one template to another. I get that it's a website builder and not something like Microsoft PowerPoint, still, it would be nice to preview how the same content looks across a few different backgrounds or layouts.

“will fit your needs”

Pros

Even with fairly basic computer knowledge, it's possible to build a website that looks professional and fits your needs. The ready-made templates help speed things up especially if you don't already have a clear design in mind. the software also includes more advanced features along with solid instructions for anyone who wants to customize their site further. You can add multiple pages and use functions for forms, payments and communication. I've been able to set up online forms for people to complete, pull the data whenever needed and upload photos without issues.

Cons

Initial setup can take quite a bit of time especially when adding a lot of text and needing to adjust font styles and sizes.

“practical use”

Pros

Building content for the company with the software has been very practical and easy and it has really helped us improve what we publish online. The platform is convenient to use when creating content and the online store features are excellent. It also offers good options for setting up reservations and putting together an attractive product portfolio. All of that has helped us grow our online presence and keep our activity looking more professional. Another big advantage is being able to create new features without needing to code and the HTML5 technology is outstanding for creating and structuring content.

Cons

One setback is that the search engine optimization features do not always stay fully up to date.

“stylish templates that deliver”

Pros

Every site I finish with this platform ends up looking really polished. Compared with other drag and drop builders, the templates feel more modern, elegant and current. It's also much more user friendly than a lot of other web design tools.

Cons

There is a monthly subscription to pay. It's not overly expensive but for a small business the ongoing cost can build up over time.

“Polished blogging”

Pros

Having a free website builder that still looks polished is a huge plus. The layout is really appealing and publishing blog posts feels very easy. Sharing posts on social media is simple and being able to add images from the stock photo library directly into blog posts is something I really appreciate.

Cons

The only downside is that some features are locked behind an annual membership, like using a custom domain name and accessing certain premium options.

“beginner friendly setup”

Pros

Starting from zero with no website-building experience, this was by far the simplest platform for me to figure out. Everything was right there and the detailed instructions made a huge difference especially as a complete beginner.

Cons

My only real complaint with the software is that the selection of pre-made website templates feels a bit limited. Aside from that, I'd definitely recommend it to others.

“helpful templates for starting out”

Pros

The template selection was something I really appreciated. It gives you a solid starting point when you're trying to figure out the design and functions of a website.

Cons

At times certain tools or features are not that easy to locate which can make things a bit frustrating.

“Responsive support”

Pros

Building a website for the first time felt very manageable with the software because the platform is really user friendly. I reached out to customer support several times and getting in touch with someone was simple every time. A lot of other websites make it nearly impossible to talk to a real person so when something goes wrong, you are left without help. With the software, the contact information is clearly available which makes a big difference.

Cons

One part I still have not explored is the third-party integration because it is hard to understand and I am not really sure how to use it yet.

“perfect for startup budgets”

Pros

A really useful option for startups that can't afford to spend too much in the beginning.

Cons

At this point my free plan still hasn't expired so I haven't been able to explore what the next set of features or utilities looks like.

“building a shop with the software”

Pros

Launching my website and adding an online shop was really simple with this software.

Cons

It would be better if there were a few more theme options that matched specific types of businesses.

“Beginner friendly website customization”

Pros

Setting up a site and getting it customized feels very beginner friendly. It's simple to adjust the design and make changes without needing much prior experience which makes the whole process approachable for new users.

Cons

One limitation is that there aren't many compatible third-party apps available so integrations can feel a bit restricted depending on what you need.

“No coding needed”

Pros

Really easy to start out with and setting up a site doesn't take much effort at all. It's a solid option when you want to avoid coding a website unless it's actually necessary, as long as you know the right situations where the software makes sense and where it doesn't.

Cons

the software Code still feels a bit underdeveloped at this stage. It also works best when the website is kept relatively small.

“good experience”

Pros

It creates really stunning websites and the large catalog of pictures is a big plus.

Cons

The software is decent overall but customer support should offer a phone number to call. It also needs to be made much simpler than it is now.

“Great templates for my shop”

Pros

Feels much less overwhelming with this to create a site or online shop. It's free to use, very beginner friendly and comes with a wide selection of high quality templates to choose from. The platform makes the whole setup process clear so you don't end up feeling confused or frustrated trying to figure out how it works.

Cons

I don't have any complaints. It has worked really well for selling and showcasing my art.

“Content management system”

Pros

After using this CMS for the past year I'd say it's one of the better content management systems I've worked with. It gives you the flexibility to build and design almost any type of website you want.

Cons

That said it still doesn't feel as worthwhile when compared with WordPress or Blogspot. The pricing is also a bit on the higher side so those areas definitely need improvement.

“Stands out!”

Pros

Compared with other builders this software feels a lot more user friendly. You can get everything set up on your own and the final result looks polished and expensive like you paid a premium for it. For anyone who doesn't want to struggle through the technical side, the software makes it fairly simple to start making money thanks to the design tools, motion graphics, strong built-in wording and the newer 3D-style visuals that really catch even skeptical people's attention.

Cons

One thing I really don't care for is that you have to keep their branding attached in your email presentations. Having the software included in your email name feels unnecessary and I don't think that should be required at all.

“Good site on a budget”

Pros

Running a nonprofit means working with a limited budget so we needed something affordable without ending up with a site that looked cheap. This solution gave us a website that looks polished, works well and is very user friendly.

Cons

I don't like that the plans aren't very flexible. I'd rather be able to customize a plan and pay only for what I actually need instead of getting extra products I won't use.

“Offers a lot”

Pros

One thing that really works in the software's favor is how much it offers compared to other website builders. The sites load quickly, there's a huge variety of layout and design options and the App Market makes it simple to add more features as your site grows. It also makes promoting my own websites, as well as client sites, pretty without any trouble.

Cons

If you're thinking about long-term scalability, you may end up paying extra to install certain third-party apps.

“many customization options”

Pros

Using the software was a fairly positive experience overall. It gives you plenty of customization options and feels quite user friendly to work with.

Cons

That said I do think there are other alternatives out there that are fairly similar and just a bit better overall.

“simple setup process”

Pros

Having a website set and running felt pretty easy overall and the whole setup process was simple and without any trouble.

Cons

It still took a fair amount of time to work out how to arrange the pages in a way that actually looked good and I ended up contacting support a few times.