Reviews
monday.com
monday.com stands out from the competition with its easy-to-use, attractive interface and powerful, ultra-customizable project management software. It’s not cheap, but if you’re willing to invest in quality, monday.com is worth it.
Zoho Forms
Zoho Forms is a neat form builder that packs in some solid features without sacrificing on ease of use. Its free plan gives you access to most of its core features and even lets you accept payments. If you’re a business user, however, you’ll probably need more than the three forms on offer and will need to upgrade.
SmugMug
SmugMug claims to be an all-in-one solution for photographers looking to set up an online portfolio and sell their work. For the most part, it does exactly that. Although customization is a bit limited, SmugMug’s monetization options are simple and useful. And SmugMug’s unlimited storage is virtually unmatched at this price point – allowing it to easily stand out from the...
Acquia
Acquia is a developer-friendly cloud hosting platform specially optimized for Drupal. Their solutions include secure and scalable cloud hosting for Drupal websites, personalization and customer journey orchestration, multi-site management, and digital asset management.
Constant Contact Website Builder
If you’re looking for an all-in one website builder at an affordable price tag, Constant Contact has a lot to make you sit up and listen. But limited customization options and comparatively underwhelming features mean that there’s still quite a long way to go before it can really compete with the best website builders of .
Blog Posts
7 Best Website Templates for Musicians and Bands in 2024
No matter whether you’re an independent artist trying to attract new listeners or an up-and-coming band with a dedicated following, having the right website theme is essential. Think of it as the cover jacket on your next album. You don’t want to start building your website with a certain theme only to discover - oops! - you can’t customize it properly, it’s not...
Zyro vs Wix: Why Users Like Wix More [2024]
Can a simple website builder like Zyro compete with a giant like Wix? Well, it’s actually not as clear-cut as you might think. That’s because Zyro recently revamped its builder and added a bunch of shiny new features. It’s now got a decent selection of good-looking templates, some neat AI tools, solid e-commerce features, and a very reasonable pricing structure - more than...
5 Best Blog Website Builders to Try for FREE in 2024
It's tempting to start a blog on a public platform like Medium, but will this give you the control you want in the long term? Whatever your reason for starting a blog, one thing is for sure: your blogging website should represent you in the right light. That means your blog builder needs plenty of customization options and flexibility to keep up as your blog develops -...
Medium vs. WordPress – Which One Is Actually Better? [2024]
Blogging is considered a cornerstone of content marketing and is practiced by millions of individuals and businesses worldwide. If you’re thinking of starting a personal or professional blog - or are just looking to syndicate (republish) content to provide fresh posts to your readers, grow your brand, or reach a larger audience - two of the most popular options you’ll have...
GoDaddy Website Builder Pricing: Avoid Hidden Costs [2024]
A word of advice: The GoDaddy website builder has plenty of good features, but it comes with a ton of hidden costs. The advertised prices go up significantly after the first year, and none of the plans include a custom domain. If you’re looking for a builder that offers everything great about GoDaddy – and one where you know what you’re paying for – I recommend...
13 Best (FREE) Wix Templates for Musicians & Bands in 2024
I spent the last three days going through every single Wix template to find the best ones for musicians, bands, and music artists. Guess what? I discovered that there are actually some hidden gems that aren’t even in the music category. I also discovered some less fortunate options. Don’t get me wrong: there’s loads of good choices, but not all of them are great...
8 Best Website Templates for Writers [UPDATED 2024]
Choosing a website template is like designing a dust jacket for your book or picking a headline for your next blog article. The right one can make potential readers pause and have a read. The wrong one is all too easy to click away from. It’s not just about looks, but also about actions. Even the best writer in the world would have a hard time selling books, landing writing...
5 Best Squarespace Templates for E-commerce: Updated 2024
Previously, some Squarespace templates had features that others did not. But that’s changed. All version 7.1 templates now have access to the same feature and design options. Which begs the question: if there’s now no real difference between templates, surely I should just head over to Squarespace and pick the one I think is the prettiest? Short answer? No. While...
How to Build a Shopify Online Store in 2024 (7 EASY STEPS)
Setting up your first Shopify online store can feel a bit like diving in the deep end. There’s just so much to consider, it can be hard to know where to start. The first time I set up an online store, I got bogged down in the details. I tried to perfect my logo design, agonized over fonts and color palettes, and wrote and rewrote my product descriptions. I spent weeks - and...
Create a Website on Wix in 10 Minutes: 3 Easy Steps 2024
Thanks to website builders, even the biggest rookie can get a decent website up and running in just a few hours (trust me - I once was that rookie). This is especially true of Wix, which has got to be one of the most intuitive and beginner-friendly builders out there. Instead of using a developer, you'll save hundreds or thousands of dollars by doing things yourself...
GoDaddy vs Squarespace: Seem Similar, But One Clear Winner
Having recently undergone a major rebrand, overhauling their website builder to give it a completely new look, it’s clear who GoDaddy is seeking to emulate: not only are their new stripped-back templates reminiscent of the minimalist designs which made Squarespace famous, but they have also packed their editor with similar features and now offer a freemium product. But can...
Zyro vs WordPress.com – Is the Popular Choice REALLY Better? [2024]
I know what you’re thinking: surely Zyro doesn’t have what it takes to beat a top website builder like WordPress.com? It used to be no contest, but in recent months, Zyro has majorly revamped its builder, adding new features like e-commerce, blogging tools, better-looking templates, and extra customization options - and packing them all up in a neat and simple...
10+ Best All-Rounder Wix Templates (+2 to Avoid) in 2024
Wix has one of the largest template selections on the market - and it’s got some real winners in the mix. But with 900+ templates to look through, who has the time to sort out the average from the great? That’s where I come in. Relying on my 5+ years of experience in digital content creation, I’ve examined the entire Wix library to bring you 10+ of the best templates this...