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Semplice vs Wix

Semplice and Wix are both website builders tools. Semplice is aimed at freelancers and agencies, while Wix is aimed at small businesses and freelancers. Only Wix has a free plan.

Semplice

Portfolio builder on WordPress

Wix

Drag-and-drop website builder for everyone

PricingPaidFreemium · $24
Starting priceNot published$24/mo
Free planNoYes
Free trial——
Built forFreelancers, AgenciesSmall businesses, Freelancers
Platformswebweb, ios, android
CountryUS · 2014IL · 2006
Rating——

Choose Semplice if

Designers building portfolios.

  • Designer-loved
  • Beautiful portfolios
  • One-time price

Look elsewhere if: Non-portfolio sites.

Choose Wix if

Small businesses and non-technical users who want everything included.

  • Easiest all-around site builder for beginners
  • Broad business features (bookings, stores, events)
  • Strong AI and template library

Look elsewhere if: Content-heavy sites (WordPress), design agencies wanting output control (Webflow), or anyone who may migrate later.

Semplice vs Wix pricing

Semplice

  • Single$119One-time payment, 1 domain; excl. sales tax/VAT (was $148)
  • Studio$168One-time, 1 domain, advanced pro tools (was $229)
  • Business$699One-time, 10 domains, commercial client use (was $799)

Wix

  • Free$0Wix subdomain and ads
  • Light$24/mo$17/mo billed annually; 2 GB, 2 collaborators
  • Core$36/mo$29/mo billed annually; 50 GB, basic eCommerce
  • Business$46/mo$39/mo billed annually; 100 GB, standard eCommerce
  • Business Elite$172/mo$159/mo billed annually; unlimited storage

Semplice · Key features

  • Visual portfolio editor
  • Case study templates
  • Animations
  • WordPress-based
  • Custom grids
  • One-time license

Cons

  • Requires WordPress hosting
  • Maintenance
  • Niche

Wix · Key features

  • Drag-and-drop editor and AI website generation
  • 800+ templates and Wix Studio for agencies
  • E-commerce, bookings, events, restaurants and blog apps
  • Wix App Market and Velo for custom code
  • Built-in SEO tools, analytics and marketing
  • Hosting, SSL and domain management included

Cons

  • No site export; locked in
  • Pricing tiers are confusing
  • Can be slower than optimized builders

Semplice vs Wix: FAQ

Do Semplice and Wix have a free plan?

Semplice has no free plan. Wix has a free plan.

Which is better for small businesses, Semplice or Wix?

Wix lists small businesses as a core audience, while Semplice is aimed more at freelancers and agencies.

Not sure yet?