I help nonprofits create easy to manage websites in both wordpress and wix plaforms. One of the most common questions I get is what is the difference between both platforms? How do I know which one to choose? I've put together a comprehensive breakdown of each platform to help guide you through your decision.
Wix
Experience Level: Beginner, no training needed, Drag & Drop Builder
Upkeep: None
Extras: Free domain for first year, Professional Email account (example: info@yourdomain) additional cost, Free access to Stock Photos, Icons, Videos, Email campaigns, Social Media layouts & Marketing Promos
Web Files: No ability to extract website files & move
Costs Associated: Pay per month - Approx $12/mo (hosting + platform included)
Wordpress
Experience Level: Intermediate with training, can make edits, Little or no knowledge of
Code Needed
Upkeep: Monthly Backups, Plugin & Wordpress Updates
Extras: Free Domain, Ability to build Unlimited Websites, Unlimited Professional Emails
Web Files: Ability To Extract Website Files and move to another host
Costs Associated: Platform (Wordpress) Free, Hosting (per month) $5-$15/mo