Key Points:
1. Excellent balance of no-code & hard-code options
2. Create advanced effects without writing JS
3. Higher cost compared to other tools
Used in sites like
Discord and
TOA Festival, Webflow enables the creation of high-quality websites. Its no-code approach offers customization with a drag-and-drop editor for various components and allows defining animations based on user interactions. It integrates well with external tools, supporting membership functions and e-commerce sites. Custom code editing is also available for further customization. Publishing to a custom domain requires a paid plan, which is split into account-based Workspace Plans (which can be complex and more expensive!), site-based Site Plans, and e-commerce options with various pricing tiers. Choose according to your site’s purpose.
Key Points:
1. Extensive free features
2. Geared toward technical users
3. Highly useful AI capabilities
Though not primarily known as a website creation tool, Notion is increasingly used by companies. Designed for efficiency, it includes features for document creation, internal wikis, and task management, making it versatile and accessible from smartphones for easy sharing with team members. Free to use but with limited features, Notion can be combined with
Simple.ink to add custom domains or password-protected pages. Notion’s AI feature, Notion AI, enables streamlined text generation, saving time on content creation and enhancing workflow.
Key Points:
1. Specialized for one-page sites
2. Excellent value at $19/year
3. Not suited for multi-page needs
Carrd is ideal for creating modern, minimalist one-page sites. It’s suited for straightforward information presentation via scrolling, with responsive designs adaptable to various devices. While a free plan is available, the $19/year paid plan offers a range of features like content templates, domain creation, and Google Analytics integration for tracking traffic, ad performance, and user trends, making it highly cost-effective.
