The honest tradeoffs, not marketing spin. Which option actually fits your business.
| Wix | onerate | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $180-$600/year platform fee, plus 40-100 hours of your time (Wix has more options, more decisions) | $4,500 one-time, Year 1 of Care Plan included |
| Timeline | 40-100 hours over 1-3 months | Live by sundown of your Launch Day (5-14 business days) |
| Design output | Depends heavily on your design skill; can be excellent or amateur | Consistent professional customization to your business |
| Wix ADI (AI builder) | Fast initial output but generic; needs heavy customization to look professional | N/A — humans customize to your specific business |
| Content | You write everything | Written from a 30-minute intake call |
| Ownership | Wix hosts and controls the site; you pay monthly forever | You own everything: domain, hosting, source code |
| SEO | Wix has improved substantially but requires configuration | Local schema, direct-answer blocks, AEO-optimized |
| If you cancel | Site is gone | You keep the site; only Care Plan is cancelled |
$4,500 flat. Site live by sundown. Year 1 of Care Plan included. Full ownership at launch.
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