Wix vs WordPress: Which Is Really Cheaper in 2026?

Wix looks inexpensive until you add up the plan, the paid apps and the years. This comparison uses the same figures our customers see when they compare their bills.

The yearly bill, side by side

A hosted builder plan at the annual rate costs about $29 a month, or $348 a year. WordPress hosting with us costs $9 a month, or $108 a year. That is a saving of $240 every year, before paid apps are counted.

What the figures include

• Builder plan: the list price on annual billing in 2026. Monthly billing costs more.
• WordPress with us: hosting, SSL, backups and SEO setup.
• Not included: domain registration, paid WordPress plugins and any premium theme you choose. Those costs are the same on either platform.

Over three and five years

Over three years the gap is about $720. Over five years it is about $1,200. Those figures assume you stay on the same plans. Hosted builders also tend to raise prices at renewal, so the gap can widen.

Where the money goes on WordPress

WordPress itself is free, so the main costs are hosting, a domain and any extras you decide to buy. You choose the plugins, which means you can start with free tools and add paid ones only when they earn their place.

What you get for the difference

Lower cost is only part of the picture. WordPress gives you full control of your files and content, a much larger choice of themes and plugins, and the SEO tools most businesses eventually need. A move is also a good time to review what you pay for and what you actually use.

Frequently asked questions

Is WordPress cheaper than Wix for every business?

Not always. A very small site that never changes may be cheap enough on a builder. Businesses that grow, add a blog or need custom features usually save more on WordPress.

Do I pay for the move itself?

Yes, the migration is a one-time, fixed-price job. We quote it after reviewing your site, so you know the total before you agree.

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