Reviews
Weebly
Weebly is one of the best ways for beginners to build a website that looks and acts like it was built by an expert. It still has some limitations, but if you want to keep costs low and have all your tools in one place, Weebly could be the way to go.
SiteW
SiteW boasts some cool features and a colorful interface, but underneath the surface, there are a few frustrating quirks that really detract from the overall site building experience.
LogoGarden
LogoGarden can do the basics, but it isn’t that great of a logo maker. It’s something I would have used in college to design and order t-shirts for an event, maybe, but it’s not something I’d use to create a professional logo for my small business or blog. You’d be better off with a logo design service like Fiverr, where you can get a professional logo for as little as $5.
Logogenie
Logogenie offers an easy way to design your own logo, but it’s difficult (and pricey) to guarantee that your logo is completely unique. For the most affordable way to get a truly custom logo, we recommend getting one designed on Fiverr instead - you can get a professionally designed logo for $5. But if you want to dabble in graphic design yourself, Logogenie is a great place...
SimpleSite
SimpleSite has merged with One.com and is no longer accepting new users. If you're looking for an intuitive, easy-to-use website builder with tons of templates, features, and customization options, consider an option like Wix.
Blog Posts
Support Black-Owned Businesses: 450+ Places to Start Online
While the economic challenges of the last few years have tested organizations of all stripes, Black-owned businesses closed their doors at twice the rate of other businesses during the pandemic. Studies show that less access to the financial system and lack of family wealth to draw from – both key avenues of financial security during economic slowdowns – are partly to...
5 Best Website Builders for Photographer Portfolios in 2024
The wrong website builder could set your photography business up to fail right from the start. Why? Not all website builders were designed with creative professionals in mind. Some website builders claim to be the perfect solution for photographers, but in reality, they have poorly designed templates, ugly portfolio pages, or ineffective marketing features. That’s not going...
6 Best Website Builders for SEO That Get Results in 2024
When you don’t have the budget or time to hire a dedicated SEO strategist, a strong website builder can go a long way in helping Google understand your site - even if you only just learned what SEO is. But not all website builders can actually do this well, and a great website doesn’t mean much if nobody can find it. I worked as an agency SEO strategist for two years,...
5 Best Restaurant Website Builders + Online Ordering [2024]
A good restaurant website needs to be simple but powerful – there are only a few necessary features, but they are truly critical to your website’s success. A website builder for restaurants follows the same logic: it doesn’t have to be fancy to be effective, but it does need to have the right tools. To give you the best list of website builders for restaurants, I...
13 Best Wix Templates for Bloggers in 2024 (Plus 4 to Avoid)
In my hunt for the best blog templates from Wix, I dug through its selection of over 900 templates. While Wix has a specific category for blog templates, I found some great options that weren’t included there! Now, that’s not to say that there aren’t some excellent templates in Wix’s blog category - but there were definitely a few that I, personally, wouldn’t work...
Fiverr vs. Fiverr Pro 2024: Is Pro Ever Worth the Investment?
Let me address your biggest question first: yes, Fiverr and Fiverr Pro are technically the same platform. Most features, like how you search for freelancers or manage your orders, are the same. But the few differences between Fiverr and Fiverr Pro are important enough that I’m going to take you through them and show you how to get the best work for the best price. We’ve...
Fiverr vs. Guru – Only One Affordable, Reliable Option [2024]
Fiverr boasts affordable freelance rates, while Guru claims to have the best freelance experts in the world. But which one can give you quality freelance work without breaking your budget? Spoiler alert: It’s Fiverr. Not only is Fiverr the more affordable option, but its sellers offer professional-level services that are easier to browse and assess to find the best...
Fiverr vs. PeoplePerHour – The Surprising Winner in 2024
When I set out to research PeoplePerHour for this comparison, I was prepared for another lackluster platform that didn’t have much to recommend itself. Instead, I found a strong contender that gives Fiverr a run for its money. PeoplePerHour is a solid platform with some unique and useful features, particularly if you’re looking for local freelancers or have a hard time...
9 Best Templates for Blogging from Wix, Squarespace, & More
Your blog template has to make a strong first impression and entice readers to keep scrolling - all in a fraction of a second. You want to dazzle them with your design while showcasing your content, passion, and expertise all in one place. I’ve analyzed websites for a long time, mostly as an SEO strategist, so I know what design elements draw readers in and what makes them...
Fiverr vs Freelancer.com – Bigger Isn’t Always Better [2024]
When you’re looking for an affordable and reliable freelancer, scouring freelance platforms like Fiverr and Freelancer.com can feel overwhelming. How can you be sure you’re getting a qualified worker from a reputable site and avoid getting scammed? I’ve used these sites extensively – and we even used Fiverr designers to create our website logo – so we can tell you exactly...
Edit Any Website With This Free Tool in 2024
We’ve found a nifty little tool that will help you test how content looks BEFORE clicking the publish button. It lives in your bookmarks bar, and when you want to test a change on a website, you simply click the button and type whatever changes you’d like to make. How to Install the Tool Installing the free website editor tool is very easy. Simply highlight the code below...
Shopify Payments: Not Always the Best Option [2024 Review]
Shopify Payments gets rid of your transaction fees and keeps your payment gateway under the same roof as the rest of your tools for managing your online store. It makes running a Shopify store easier and more affordable than it would if you used an alternative payment gateway. But - why does there always have to be a but? - Shopify Payments has some limits on what...