If you’re building a website for your business, you’ve likely come across platforms like Wix, Squarespace, and WordPress. They promise an easy, do-it-yourself solution to getting your brand online—and for some, that may be enough. But if you’re looking for something truly custom, SEO-tuned, and backed by local support, you might want to consider a more hands-on partner like Rudder Digital.
Working with a professional web designer is like taking your car to a trusted mechanic. Sure, you could change your own oil or swap out brake pads—but if you want peace of mind, long-term performance, and to avoid costly mistakes, it’s smart to let a pro handle it. Your website deserves the same kind of care.
Here’s how the most popular site builders stack up against working with Rudder Digital.
Custom Design vs. Templates
- Wix, Squarespace, WordPress: Most users rely on prebuilt templates that are reused across thousands of sites. While you can customize colors, fonts, and layouts, you're still starting with the same foundation as everyone else.
- Rudder Digital: Every website is designed from scratch, tailored to your brand, your goals, and your audience. We don’t start with a theme—we start with a conversation.
SEO-Tuned vs. Generic
- Wix/Squarespace: Basic SEO tools are included, but require manual setup and often overlook local SEO needs or advanced optimization strategies.
- WordPress: Offers strong SEO potential—but only if you know how to configure plugins like Yoast or Rank Math properly.
- Rudder Digital: Every website we launch is tuned from the start for search visibility, including keyword optimization, metadata, local SEO signals, structured data, and page speed performance.
Local Support vs. Ticket Queues
- Wix/Squarespace/WordPress: Most support comes via knowledge bases, forums, or overseas ticket systems. Personalized help is rare and usually not fast.
- Rudder Digital: We’re based in Oklahoma and work directly with local businesses. When you need help, you talk to a real person who already knows your site—and your goals.
Hands-Off Updates and Content Help
- DIY Platforms: You're responsible for keeping your site updated, secure, and accurate. If something breaks, it’s on you to fix it—or pay someone else.
- Rudder Digital: We manage all hosting, updates, backups, and even help you post new content. You focus on running your business, and we’ll keep your site running right.
Faster Load Times + Mobile-First Design
- Wix/Squarespace: Sites come with bloated code or unnecessary features that hurt performance. Mobile versions are usually a secondary adaptation.
- WordPress: Speed depends heavily on theme choice and plugin quality.
- Rudder Digital: We build lean, fast, mobile-first websites designed to load quickly and perform well from the ground up. Page speed and user experience are part of the plan—not an afterthought.
Wix, Squarespace, and WordPress can be great if you’re just getting started and have the time to DIY. But if you want a truly professional presence—one that’s tailored to your goals, built for SEO, and backed by local support—Rudder Digital offers something the platforms can’t: partnership.
Let’s get our hands dirty and build something that stands out! Contact us and let’s talk about what your business needs.
