A high-quality, well-performing website is essential for any business — but how should you pay for it?
When investing in a website, you generally have two options:
Both have their advantages depending on your business goals, budget, and level of technical expertise. In this guide, we break down the pros and cons to help you decide the best approach.
We’re all familiar with monthly subscription services—whether it’s for your mobile, car, or streaming platforms. The same model applies to pay monthly websites, where you pay a fixed fee for your site’s creation, hosting, and maintenance.
Different web design companies have varying contract terms, so it’s important to check what’s included — such as hosting, security updates, and optimisation.
This option is particularly beneficial if you anticipate needing regular updates or want to avoid handling technical aspects yourself.
A one-off website is where you pay a single upfront fee for your website design and development. Once built, you own the site outright and are responsible for its hosting, maintenance, and any future updates.
This model is most likely best for established businesses with in-house technical support or those wanting full creative control.
Both models have their advantages, so your choice will depend on your budget, technical expertise, and long-term business needs.
| FEATURE | PAY MONTHLY WEBSITES | ONE-OFF PAYMENT WEBSITES |
| UPFRONT COST | — Low (spread over time) | — High (one-time investment) |
| ONGOING COSTS | — Fixed monthly fee (ongoing support) | — Only for hosting, updates and maintenance |
| OWNERSHIP | — The provider typically owns the design | — You fully own the website |
| MAINTENANCE | — Included in the plan | — You handle updates yourself or outsource |
| FLEXIBILITY | — Easy to upgrade with new features | — Requires additional investment for changes |
| BEST FOR | — Small businesses, start-ups, businesses needing regular updates | — Established businesses with in-house IT support |
At KIJO, we believe you shouldn’t have to compromise for your ideal web design package. Working with WordPress, we offer a flexible, no-contract solution that combines the best aspects of pay monthly websites and one-off websites.
With KIJO, you get the benefits of a fully bespoke WordPress website whilst maintaining flexibility and access to ongoing expert support.
When deciding between pay monthly websites and one-off payment websites, consider:
For businesses that want a premium WordPress website without the financial strain of a large upfront payment, working with the team at KIJO may be the perfect solution.
Why not book a complimentary discovery call with our Head of Partnerships, Kirk Thompson, today and find out how our team can help your business thrive online?
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