Choosing the right website platform is a key decision for any business. Two of the most popular options today are Webflow and WordPress—each with its strengths, trade-offs, and ideal use cases.
At Rhythm Digital, we’ve used Webflow for over seven years, producing hundreds of websites for clients across a wide range of industries. We love how flexible it is for design, how simple it is to manage content, and how fast we can bring ideas to life for our clients.
But how does Webflow compare to WordPress?
Below, we break down the pros and cons of both platforms to help you decide what’s best for your business.
Webflow: Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Complete Design Freedom: Create pixel-perfect websites without relying on rigid themes or templates.
- Built-in CMS: Easily manage blog posts, service pages, case studies and more, without installing extra plugins.
- Fast & Reliable Hosting: Webflow sites are hosted on high-performance infrastructure with global CDN, SSL and no need for separate hosting.
- Visual Editor: Make changes visually and see them in real time—ideal for designers and marketers alike.
- Maintenance-Free: No software updates, plugin conflicts or server issues to worry about.
- Improved Site Speed: Clean code and lightweight builds mean faster load times and better performance out of the box.
Cons:
- Monthly Cost: Webflow’s plans can be more expensive than shared WordPress hosting, particularly for sites with lots of CMS items or advanced functionality.
- Limited Plugin Library: While Webflow now has an expanding Webflow Apps marketplace, it still can’t match WordPress’s vast plugin ecosystem (yet).
- Steeper Learning Curve (for developers): Developers used to PHP and traditional CMS setups may take time adjusting to Webflow’s visual-first approach.
WordPress: Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Highly Customisable: Massive plugin ecosystem allows you to add almost any feature imaginable.
- Large Developer Community: There’s extensive documentation, tutorials and support forums available.
- Lower Entry Cost: Plenty of low-cost hosting options, and the core platform is free to use.
- Great for Blogging: Originally built as a blogging platform, WordPress still excels in this area.
Cons:
- Plugin Overload: Too many plugins can slow your site down and increase security risks.
- Regular Maintenance Needed: Core updates, theme updates, and plugin updates all require ongoing attention.
- Design Limitations: Custom designs often require heavy theme customisation or complex page builders.
- Security Concerns: Being the most popular CMS also makes it a bigger target for hackers and vulnerabilities.
Why We Choose Webflow at Rhythm Digital
For most of our clients, Webflow strikes the right balance—a platform that’s flexible, fast, and easy to manage without the maintenance headaches of WordPress.
We’re able to build and refine designs our clients love, roll out changes quickly, and give them control over their content without worrying about breaking their site.
Thinking of Switching?
If you’re currently on WordPress and wondering if Webflow could be a better fit, we’d be happy to talk.
Whether you’re looking to migrate your existing site or just want to explore how a Webflow website can benefit your business, we can help you weigh up the options and make the switch simple.
👉 Get in touch today to chat about what’s possible.
