Squarespace vs WordPress: pricing and plans compared
Updated 2026-11-09 · listed A to Z, not ranked
Squarespace sells all-in-one plans with commerce built in. WordPress.com is hosted WordPress with lower monthly prices on longer terms; WordPress.org is free software you host yourself.
Listed A to Z from each vendor’s official pricing page on Nov 9, 2026. We do not pick a winner: the right choice depends on your usage.
- Free option
- 14-day free trial
- Entry plan
- Basic $25/mo monthly or $19/mo annually
- Mid plans
- Core $39/mo or $29/mo annually; Plus $65 or $49
- Top plans
- Advanced $139/mo or $99/mo annually
- Billing notes
- Card rates from 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic, Core) to 2.5% + $0.30 (Advanced); 2% store fee on Basic
- Free option
- WordPress.org software is free (you pay for hosting)
- Entry plan
- Personal $9/mo monthly or $4/mo on 1 year
- Mid plans
- Premium $18/mo or $8/mo on 1 year; Business $40/mo or $25/mo
- Top plans
- Commerce $70/mo or $45/mo on 1 year
- Billing notes
- Lower monthly price on 1-, 2- and 3-year terms
How we checked: Prices in USD as shown on each official page on Nov 9, 2026. Listed A to Z, not ranked. Confirm with each provider before you buy.
Notes
Full breakdowns: Squarespace pricing, WordPress.com pricing.
FAQ
How much is Squarespace vs WordPress.com?
On Nov 9, 2026 Squarespace Basic was $25 a month ($19 annually) and WordPress.com Personal $9 a month ($4 a month on a 1-year plan).
Sources (official pages, read 2026-11-09)
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