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Here is a direct comparison of the three platforms we build on most, and how we decide which one is right for each client.

6/16/20262 min read

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"What platform should my website be on?"

One of the most common questions we get at Designed To Conquer: "What platform should my website be on?" The honest answer is that it depends on your business. Here is a direct comparison of the three platforms we build on most, and how we decide which one is right for each client.

How DTC Chooses

We recommend the platform based on your business needs — not our preference. The goal is always to give you a site you can manage independently after launch.

Wix: Best for Flexibility and Design Control

Wix is the most flexible of the three. It gives designers the most control over layout and visual presentation, and it has a robust App Market for adding functionality like booking systems, ecommerce, and membership areas.

Designed To Conquer is a Wix Official Partner. We have built dozens of sites on Wix for service businesses, photographers, healthcare providers, and nonprofits. It is our most-used platform for multi-page custom builds.

Wix is the right choice if:

You need a highly customized design that does not look like a template
You want booking, membership, or ecommerce functionality
You plan to manage and update your site yourself after launch
SEO is a priority — Wix has strong on-page SEO tools

Squarespace: Best for Clean Aesthetics and Simplicity

Squarespace is known for its clean, polished templates and its ease of use. It is a strong choice for service businesses, creatives, and anyone who wants a professional-looking site without a steep learning curve. Designed To Conquer is a Squarespace Circle Member.

Squarespace is the right choice if:

Aesthetics are your top priority and you want a refined, minimal look
You have a smaller site (5 pages or fewer) and do not need complex integrations
You want to manage the site yourself with minimal technical effort
You need built-in blogging or a simple online store

Hostinger Website Builder: Best for Speed and Budget

Hostinger's Website Builder is a newer platform that combines hosting and site building in one. It is fast, affordable, and easier to manage than WordPress. It is an increasingly strong option for single-page sites and businesses that want to launch quickly without a heavy infrastructure.

Hostinger is the right choice if:

You want a fast, lightweight site that loads quickly on mobile
Budget is a key consideration
You are launching a single-page or simple multi-page site
You want hosting and building in one place without managing separate accounts

Platform Comparison at a Glance

Wix: High design flexibility, strong SEO tools, large App Market, best for service businesses and complex builds.

Squarespace: Clean aesthetics, easy management, limited integrations, best for creatives and simple sites.

Hostinger: Fast and affordable, great for single-page and lightweight builds, strong performance on mobile.

What DTC Does Not Recommend

We do not recommend WordPress for most small business owners who want to manage their own site after launch. The plugin ecosystem requires ongoing maintenance, updates, and security monitoring that most non-technical founders do not have time for. That is exactly what our SiteGuard retainer is designed to solve if a client is already on WordPress.

The Bottom Line

The best platform is the one that matches your business needs, your budget, and your ability to maintain it after launch. At Designed To Conquer, we make this recommendation as part of every project — after we understand your goals, not before.