Rock Springs vs. Wix and Squarespace
Wix and Squarespace cost less each month, but you build and fix everything yourself. Here’s how they compare, so you can pick what fits your business.
The short answer
Pick Wix or Squarespace if you have the time to build your own site and you like doing it. Pick Rock Springs if you want a custom site done for you in about a week, with edits included for as long as you stay.
Built for you
I design your site from scratch around your services and your customers. You don’t drag and drop anything.
Ready in about a week
Most sites are done in 7 business days once I have your content. A DIY build often takes 20 to 40 hours of your time.
Edits included
Need a change? Email me and it’s done within 3 business days. No logging in and no builder to learn.
See it before you pay
The 15-day free trial lets you see your finished site first. Cancel before day 15 and you pay nothing.
Side by side
| Wix or Squarespace | Rock Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | About $17 to $45 for most business plans | $150 |
| Who builds the site | You do | I do |
| Design | You start from a template | Custom design for your business |
| Changes after launch | You make them yourself | Email me and it’s done within 3 business days |
| Hosting and security | Included | Included |
| Your time | Often 20 to 40 hours to build, plus upkeep | A short form and one review |
| Trial | Wix has a free plan. Squarespace has a 14-day trial. | 15-day free trial. You see your finished site first. |
What a website builder really costs
The plan price is only part of the bill. Most owners also pay for the domain after the first year, an email account, and add-on apps for things like booking or forms.
The bigger cost is your time. If your time is worth $75 an hour, 30 hours of building is $2,250. That’s more than a year of Rock Springs.
Then there’s the result. Many DIY sites look fine but get no calls. They miss the basics: a clear headline, a tap-to-call button, and pages Google can read. I cover this in Why Is My Website Not Getting Calls?
When Wix or Squarespace is the better pick
- You just started and your budget is very tight.
- You enjoy design work and want full control.
- You need a site live today.
When Rock Springs is the better pick
- You want to spend your time running your business.
- You want a site built around your services and your customers.
- You want someone to make changes for you when you ask.
See everything that comes with the plan on the services page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch from Wix or Squarespace?
Yes. I build your new site without touching your old one. You stay live on your current site until you’re ready to switch.
Is there a contract?
The plan has a 6-month minimum. If you cancel during the 15-day free trial, you pay nothing.
Do I keep my domain?
Yes. You always keep your domain, logo, photos, and written content.