Website builders · Head to head
WordPress.com vs Duda: which is better?
Short answer
WordPress.com costs less in the first year ($48 vs $228). Pick WordPress.com for blogs and sites on managed WordPress; pick Duda for agencies building client sites.
| Fact | WordPress.com | Duda | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Blogs and sites on managed WordPress | Agencies building client sites | — |
| Free plan | Yes, Free plan | No, 14-day trial | WordPress.com |
| Entry plan | Personal: $4 / mo | Basic: $19 / mo | WordPress.com |
| Mid plan | Premium: $8 / mo | Team: $29 / mo | WordPress.com |
| Top plan | Commerce: $45 / mo | White Label: $149 / mo | WordPress.com |
| 1st year | $48 | $228 | WordPress.com |
| Platforms | Web | Web | Tie |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, WordPress.com or Duda?
WordPress.com costs less in the first year ($48 vs $228).
| 1st year | WordPress.com | Duda |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $48 | $228 |
| Mid | $96 | $348 |
| Top | $540 | $1,788 |
Which has the better free plan, WordPress.com or Duda?
WordPress.com: Yes, Free plan.
Should you pick WordPress.com or Duda?
Pick WordPress.com if
- you want blogs and sites on managed WordPress
- the free plan is enough (Free plan)
Pick Duda if
- you want agencies building client sites
- you can pay $19 / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress.com pricing | wordpress.com/pricing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Duda pricing | duda.co/pricing | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare