Wix Review (2026)

The short version

The most flexible drag-and-drop editor for most small business sites. On our website builder comparison, it's labeled Best overall builder.

Key facts

What stands out

• Free plan available
• 2,000+ templates
• AI tools for building and editing

Pros and cons

How Wix compares

Head-to-head comparisons

• Wix vs Squarespace
• Wix vs Shopify

Alternatives to consider

• Squarespace review · Best for design
• Shopify review · Best for online stores

What to check before you sign up

Whichever website builder provider you choose, compare these points:

• Design and templates. Pick a builder whose templates suit your type of business; switching templates later can be hard on some platforms.
• Selling online. Check payment options, transaction fees and inventory tools if you plan to sell.
• Free plan or trial. Free plans often show the builder's branding and use a subdomain. Trials let you test paid features.
• Room to grow. Look at SEO tools, bookings, email marketing and app marketplaces before you commit.