Find the right builder for your project
There are a lot of options when it comes to building an online presence. We’ve compared the top website builders, agencies, and business tools by cost, built-in features, design quality, and pros and cons, so you can pick what fits.
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B12
AI builder for websites, stores, portfolios, blogs, and web apps, with built-in commerce, email marketing, and contact management.
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How to choose the best website builder
Choosing how to build your site is a big decision. It affects:
- How people perceive you
- The time you spend running your site
- Whether you have to pay for extra services and integrations
- Your ability to grow and scale
AI website builders are a solid option for creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses to launch something without hiring a developer. The right one will help you reach a wider audience, cut marketing costs, and save time on the admin side.
To figure out which builder, service, or agency below is right for you, consider these questions.
Who will design and maintain your site?
Every platform is different. The right fit depends on your technical experience, your interest in design, and your patience for a drag-and-drop builder. If you go with a solution where the site is designed for you, who handles maintenance when you need updates?
Some platforms offer more than one path: build it yourself, chat with AI to make changes, or have an expert handle it for you.
What’s your budget?
A website builder is usually more cost-effective than hiring a designer and developer to spend months on a custom site. Free plans exist, but launching on your own domain typically means a monthly fee.
Your total cost depends on design quality, customization, and add-on services like hosting, content, and SEO.
What’s the purpose of your site?
Many platforms are built for specific industries, ecommerce, portfolios, or services. Others are one-size-fits-all. The right pick depends on what you’re making: a blog, an online store, a portfolio, a web app, or a more traditional website.
What do you want your site to look like?
Most builders offer customization, but many lock you into templates. If you want a custom layout or a unique look, some platforms are too restrictive.
Working with a developer is the only way to get a fully original site from scratch, but many platforms today offer enough customization that you can stand out and build your own brand identity.
Join the 4M+ sites built with B12
I can make [website edits] myself, and it’s as simple as working in a Word document. If I need more help, I’ll email the B12 team and within 24 hours, boom, it’s done.
Barbara Bartelsmeyer
Partner / COO, Action Logistix
We get a lot of compliments on our website. Many potential clients are very impressed by our site, and often say it looks expensive.
Brett Packard
Head of Operations, TaxStudio
Why try B12?
Try B12 free. Get a full-featured site, store, or web app with built-in commerce, email marketing, and contact management.
Start with a draft generated in about two minutes, then refine it by chatting with the AI Agent or right in the visual editor. Or hire a B12 designer, copywriter, or SEO specialist to take it the rest of the way.
