Quick Summary
Weebly, now owned by Square, is a straightforward website builder that has been helping small businesses and individuals create websites since 2007. While it's no longer receiving major feature updates (Square focuses development on Square Online), Weebly remains a functional and easy-to-use option for simple websites. Its free plan is genuinely usable, and the Square integration makes it a decent option for small businesses already in the Square ecosystem.
Score Breakdown
What We Like
- ✓ Very easy to use
- ✓ Genuinely usable free plan
- ✓ Square ecosystem integration
- ✓ Good for simple business sites
- ✓ App center for added functionality
What Could Improve
- ✗ Limited development — focus shifting to Square Online
- ✗ Templates feel dated
- ✗ Fewer features than modern competitors
- ✗ eCommerce redirects to Square Online
Features
Weebly offers a simple drag-and-drop editor with section-based layouts. Blog functionality with scheduling and categories. Basic eCommerce (being transitioned to Square Online). App Center for adding features like forms, social feeds, and widgets. Built-in analytics and SEO settings. Email marketing through Weebly Promote.
Pricing
Free plan with Weebly.com subdomain and basic features. Personal at $10/month adds custom domain. Professional at $12/month adds site stats and password protection. Performance at $26/month adds advanced eCommerce. All prices annual billing. Square Online plans may apply for advanced eCommerce.
Usability
Weebly is one of the easiest website builders to learn, with a clean, intuitive interface that hasn't changed dramatically over the years. Drag elements onto the page, type your content, and publish. The simplicity is both a strength and a limitation — easy to use but limited in what you can create. Best for straightforward websites without complex design needs.
Key Specifications
| Starting Price | Free / $10/mo |
| Free Plan | Yes (Weebly subdomain) |
| Templates | 50+ |
| eCommerce | Basic (via Square Online) |
| Custom Domain | Paid plans |
| Storage | 500MB - Unlimited |
| SSL | Free on all plans |
Final Verdict
Weebly is a decent option for users who want the simplest possible website building experience. The free plan is genuinely useful, and the Square integration adds value for small businesses. However, with limited development focus and dated templates, it's hard to recommend over Wix or Squarespace for new projects. Existing Weebly users are well-served, but new users should explore modern alternatives.