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...
Zenfolio
Zenfolio offers a great all-in-one solution for photographers, with clever tools to help you display your photos, get booked for sessions, sell products, and receive payments. However, it's not the most flexible website builder, and if you have a large image bank, you'll probably require more storage space.
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
Medium vs. WordPress – Which One Is Actually Better? [2023]
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...
10 Best Blogging Platforms to Start a Blog in 2023 (7 Are FREE)
Finding the right blogging platform is all about who you are and what you want to achieve. If you’re just starting a blog for the first time, you’ll probably want a comprehensive solution that takes care of all of the nuts and bolts for you. Meanwhile, those with more technical know-how might be willing to sacrifice a bit on ease of use for extra creative control and...
7 Best Website Templates for Musicians and Bands in 2023
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...
7 Best Website Builders to Sell Your Art Online (5 FREE) 2023
The right website builder will let you display your artwork in its best light. It needs to be super-customizable, allowing your creative vision to shine through, without costing you a fortune. You’ll also need marketing features to make sure potential buyers can easily find your site. And since you’re a creative, not a techie (although you could be both!), it needs to be easy...
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Website in 2023? Not a Lot!
When hiring a professional web designer can cost anywhere from $5 to $10,000 for a single site, does the old saying “you get what you pay for” really hold water? In short, not really. The truth is - despite what some people on the internet will tell you - it’s perfectly possible to get a good website up and running without breaking the bank. You can even do it for free...
Zyro vs Wix: Why Users Like Wix More [2023]
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 2023
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 -...
8 Best (Cheap) Website Builders for Small Businesses in 2023
Building a website for your small business can seem overwhelming, especially when there’s so many platforms to choose from. But the good news is: I’ve tested all of these platforms, and I’m here to make your life easier. It goes without saying that you want your site to look good, but you also need plenty of customization options to make sure it matches your brand. And...
6 Best (REALLY FREE) Website Builders for Restaurants in 2023
Nothing is ever free these days, right? Wrong! The website builders on this list are really free. I can guarantee that because I’ve thoroughly tested them all myself. So you don’t have to worry about wasting time and energy putting together a website, only to discover that - oopsie! - there are actually a bunch of hidden fees you need to pay before you go live. In a...
GoDaddy Website Builder Pricing: Avoid Hidden Costs [2023]
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...
How to Start an Online Boutique: Step-by-Step Guide [2023]
When I built my first boutique website, I’ll admit, it took me forever. I was so overwhelmed by all the different steps and important choices, I didn’t know where to start. I had no direction. I fumbled around for days, agonizing over my business name and logo design, but feeling too intimidated to actually get on with building my site. Looking back, I wish I had had a...
13 Best (FREE) Wix Templates for Musicians & Bands in 2023
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 2023]
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 2023
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 2023 (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...