The honest breakdown — from DIY templates to enterprise agencies — so you can make an informed decision.
Last updated: May 2025
5-year total cost of ownership — the number that actually matters.
| Option | Upfront | Monthly | 5-Year Total | PageSpeed | Code Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DIY Template (Wix / Squarespace / Square) | $0 | $23–$159/mo | $1,380–$9,540 | 34–60 | |
Freelance Designer (Fiverr / Upwork) | $500–$2,000 | $20–$100/mo (hosting + maintenance) | $1,700–$8,000 | 50–80 | |
Best ValueWebsites in an Hour | $2,500–$8,000 | $0 | $2,500–$8,000 | 100 | |
Mid-size Web Agency | $5,000–$25,000 | $200–$1,000/mo (retainer) | $17,000–$85,000 | 70–90 | |
Enterprise Agency | $25,000–$150,000+ | $1,000–$5,000+/mo | $85,000–$450,000+ | 85–100 |
One-time price. Full code ownership. No monthly fees.
Perfect for service businesses, consultants, and professionals who need a fast, credible online presence.
For businesses that need a complete web presence with multiple service pages, a blog, and lead generation.
Custom e-commerce stores that outperform Shopify templates — no monthly fees, no transaction fees.
A custom site costs more upfront because it's built specifically for your business — not assembled from a generic template. But when you factor in monthly fees, Wix costs $1,380–$9,540 over five years. A custom site from us costs $2,500–$8,000 once, with no ongoing fees. You also own the code outright, which has real asset value.
Every package includes a 100 PageSpeed score (mobile and desktop), full SEO and AI-SEO optimization, schema markup, a contact form, mobile-first responsive design, and full code ownership. Hosting is not included but we'll guide you to the best option (typically $5–$20/month).
No. You pay once and own the code forever. The only ongoing costs are hosting (typically $5–$20/month) and your domain name (typically $10–$15/year). We don't charge monthly retainers or maintenance fees.
We deliver most sites in under an hour once we have your content and branding. The full process from first contact to live site is typically 24–72 hours, depending on how quickly you can provide content.
You own the code, so you can make changes yourself or hire any developer. We also offer a post-launch support package for clients who want ongoing help.