Switching from Wix or Squarespace: Is It Worth It?

Lots of business owners start on Wix or Squarespace, then realise they're spending hours fighting the editor instead of running their business. If that's you, here's what switching to a done-for-you website involves — and whether it's worth it.

Why people switch

The most common reasons we hear:

- "I don't have time to maintain it." DIY builders mean you're the web designer forever. - "It looks like a template." Generic designs that don't stand out. - "It's getting expensive." Once you add a domain, remove ads, and get the features you need, the monthly cost climbs. See Wix pricing. - "Bookings are clunky." Booking and deposits often need extra paid apps.

What you keep when you switch

Switching is less scary than it sounds. You keep:

- Your domain — it points to the new site, no need to buy a new one - Your content — text, photos, and branding carry over - Your Google ranking — done properly, with redirects, your SEO transfers across

What changes for the better

On a done-for-you website, the team builds and maintains it for you. No more wrestling with editors, no more paid app stacking for booking, and a design built for your specific industry rather than a generic template. Compare directly in Bizzcraft vs Wix.

Is it worth it?

If you enjoy tinkering and have the time, DIY is fine. But if you'd rather spend that time on customers — and want a more professional result with booking and deposits built in — switching usually pays for itself in saved hours alone. For a busy beauty salon or photographer, that time is worth far more than the difference in cost.

How the switch works

You answer a few questions about your business, the new site gets built, your domain is pointed across, and redirects protect your SEO. Most switches are live within days, with no downtime for your customers.

The bottom line

You don't have to keep fighting your website builder. If Wix or Squarespace is costing you time, money, or professionalism, switching to a done-for-you site is straightforward and usually worth it. See how Bizzcraft compares.