Wix vs Squarespace
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business. Last verified June 17, 2026.
The short answer
Wix ranks higher on Top 11 (#2 vs #3) for Small business owners choosing a content management system. The fastest and most intuitive way for a non-technical user to build a website.
At a glance
| Wix | Squarespace | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business | #3 / The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Easiest for beginners | Best for design and creative portfolios |
| Pricing | $$ ($17 to $159/mo) | $$ ($16 to $49/mo) |
| HQ | Tel Aviv, Israel | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2006 | 2003 |
Wix
The fastest and most intuitive way for a non-technical user to build a website.
www.wix.comSee full entry in The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business
Squarespace
Offers the best-in-class templates for visually focused businesses.
www.squarespace.comSee full entry in The 11 Best CMS Platforms for Small Business
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.