Wix and WordPress are two different platforms that make it easy to create and run websites. Wix was launched in 2006, while WordPress was created in 2003. Wix is a less comprehensive platform, whereas WordPress is open to a wide range of communities. These two platforms compete with each other in terms of innovation, but their approaches are quite different.
Last time, we talked about WooCommerce and PrestaShop. This time, we’ll look at two other platforms that rival each other in terms of innovation, each with a truly distinct focus.
Some statistics show that WordPress has a larger user base than Wix. This is due to a number of factors, such as ease of use, how long it has been around, and price. However, Wix is able to meet the needs of many people. Let’s take a look at the differences.
Which one has the best additional features, Wix or WordPress?
Both WordPress and Wix offer the opportunity to take advantage of additional features (beyond basic functionality). This means you caninstall third-party apps or plugins of your choice.
That's what will give you access to additional features so you can push the boundaries on your websites without having to be a developer. Which of the two platforms offers more additional features, Wix or WordPress?
When it comes to additional features, Wix offers a wide range of apps. With these apps, you can add features to your site that aren't included in the basic package.
For example: reservation management, e-commerce stores, and online chat. Even though these applications will be available to you, you'll find that you're still limited by their low capacity.
WordPress, for its part, offers a vast selection of plugins in its catalog. There are tens of thousands of plugins available to help you build the website of your dreams. While you shouldn’t overuse them—to avoid slowing down your site’s loading time—it’s rare that a plugin won’t meet your needs.
You'll also benefit from plugins with advanced features such as traffic tracking and analysis, design, and assistance with SEO. WordPress plugins come in both free and paid versions.
It's worth noting that in most cases, even paid plugins offer a freemium option.
Considering the additional features offered by each platform, it’s clear that WordPress is more robust and beneficial than Wix if you want to build a website that goes beyond a simple showcase site.
With WordPress, you can easily access a wide range of plugins for free, whereas Wix offers only a limited selection of apps. Wix therefore doesn’t offer the best additional features—a point for WP.
In what ways is WordPress easier to use than Wix?
The WordPress platform has features in its admin panel that you won't find on Wix. Even though it can be a little confusing at first, it's still more intuitive than Wix.
It only takes a few days to get a good grasp of the basic functions of WordPress. There’s a good reason why the platform is so successful all over the world. You’ll then be able to easily create your first website and, over time, become a seasoned WordPress user.
The Wix platform, on the other hand, requires a bit of patience to understand and master its features. However, once you’ve gone through this lengthy learning curve, Wix—unlike WordPress—offers plenty of options for customizing your site without any technical knowledge.
Although WordPress is simpler and easier to use, Wix is the most user-friendly platform for beginners, but you’ll run into limitations as soon as you need a specific result.
Wix lets you manage your website however you like while customizing it to suit your tastes and needs. This is done using a simple editing system that involves clicking and then dragging (the WYSIWYG concept). It’s a very convenient approach that puts you in control of your website—at least on the surface…
What are the advantages of WordPress over Wix?
Each platform (Wix or WordPress) has its own advantages. However, WordPress has a clear edge over Wix. WordPress is quite complex, but it offers a wealth of features.
While Wix is convenient, it doesn't have enough features to go beyond a basic showcase website (despite its apps).
These advantages of WordPress make it the gold standard, whether now or later in 2022.
Some of the benefits WordPress offers:
- easy to create/install and lightweight;
- a wide variety of very useful plugins that are easy to install;
- profitable platform: not likely to disappear anytime soon;
- freedom to choose a hosting service;
- code that's inherently robot-friendly: perfect for SEO;
- the option to convert your website into an online store (using WooCommerce, for example);
- the opportunity to receive support from the community;
- Secure website: regular updates.
Although Wix allows you to customize your site, WordPress also offers themes (templates). These lightweight designs—or themes—provided by WordPress let you change your site’s layout and background color. When it comes to customization, WordPress certainly holds its own against Wix. Its real strength lies in the fact that there are many “site builders” available, and both free and paid templates are plentiful.
So much so that some designers make a living simply by selling WordPress templates.
The Wix platform, for its part, also offers some interesting options. However, they are less flexible than WP, which automatically results in fewer possibilities.
Below are some of the benefits Wix offers:
- modern and innovative user interfaces;
- full control over the URL structure;
- automatic update for the site map;
- Update completed in the new Wix by 301 redirects.
When comparing the advantages of WordPress versus Wix—and vice versa—it’s important to consider ease of use. Every user, regardless of their skill level, wants to be able to work effortlessly on a platform. User review statistics show that WordPress has a user-friendly interface that’s easy to master. This is, in fact, another reason for WordPress’s large user base. Yet another point in WordPress’s favor.
Which has better customer support: Wix or WordPress?
When it comes to customer support, it's not easy to say which is better, WordPress or Wix. Wix offers customer support that's always available (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
No matter the day or time, you can contact Wix and get the help you need. In addition, tutorials are available on the Wix website to help you resolve issues on your own in case of an urgent need.
WordPress, on the other hand, does not offer real-time support. However, WordPress provides links and forums on its websites where you can find help.
Customer support works this way on WordPress because it has a very large user community. As a result, there are plenty of groups, tutorials, and guides available to help you resolve your issues.
Given the capabilities of WordPress and Wix, it’s difficult to say which one is better when it comes to customer support. The choice is therefore up to you—you can select the platform that best meets your expectations and needs.
Which option is more cost-effective for building a website: Wix or WordPress?
Pricing is the final factor to consider when determining which platform will be the best in 2022. It’s important to note that WordPress offers a wide range of pricing options depending on the quality of the website you want to create. In contrast, Wix charges €5.50 per month for a domain connection and €15 for an unlimited plan.
All in all, WordPress is—and will continue to be in 2022—the best platform.
So, Wix or WordPress?
Are you more of a Wix or WordPress person? If you have any questions about these two platforms, we’d be happy to answer them in the comments.
