Website builders · Head to head
WordPress.com vs Wix: which is better?
Short answer
WordPress.com costs less in the first year ($48 vs $204). Pick WordPress.com for blogs and sites on managed WordPress; pick Wix for drag-and-drop sites for small businesses.
| Fact | WordPress.com | Wix | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Blogs and sites on managed WordPress | Drag-and-drop sites for small businesses | — |
| Free plan | Yes, Free plan | Yes, Free plan with Wix branding | Tie |
| Entry plan | Personal: $4 / mo | Light: $17 / mo | WordPress.com |
| Mid plan | Premium: $8 / mo | Core: $29 / mo | WordPress.com |
| Top plan | Commerce: $45 / mo | Business Elite: $159 / mo | WordPress.com |
| 1st year | $48 | $204 | 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 Wix?
WordPress.com costs less in the first year ($48 vs $204).
| 1st year | WordPress.com | Wix |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $48 | $204 |
| Mid | $96 | $348 |
| Top | $540 | $1,908 |
Which has the better free plan, WordPress.com or Wix?
Neither stands out: WordPress.com: Yes, Free plan; Wix: Yes, Free plan with Wix branding.
Should you pick WordPress.com or Wix?
Pick WordPress.com if
- you want blogs and sites on managed WordPress
- the free plan is enough (Free plan)
Pick Wix if
- you want drag-and-drop sites for small businesses
- the free plan is enough (Free plan with Wix branding)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress.com pricing | wordpress.com/pricing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Wix pricing | wix.com/plans | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare