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Choosing Webflow to create your website means opting for a visual, flexible and efficient platform. But how much does a Webflow site cost? What plans are available and how not to explode your budget with add-ons? In this article, we will detail the rates and plans offered by Webflow, show you how “Workspaces” work to collaborate effectively and give you our advice for Webflow premium agency to optimize your costs.
Why is Webflow so appealing to agencies and businesses?
Before talking about “prices”, let's recall why Webflow has become a must in the creation of sites:
- Complete design freedom : You design your pages from a visual interface using drag & drop, while still being able to modify the HTML/CSS code if necessary. You are not limited to fixed “templates”.
- Performance and integrated hosting : Webflow automatically hosts your site on a global CDN, guaranteeing fast loading and SSL certification. Security updates and server optimizations are handled internally.
- Ease of use + advanced CMS : The Webflow admin panel is very intuitive. Even non-techies can manage the content, while designers and developers have control over every detail of the rendering.
- Native SEO : Title tags, meta-descriptions, customizable URLs, 301 redirects, clean code structure... Webflow promotes solid natural referencing, without requiring third-party plugins.
For all these reasons, more and more businesses and agencies are turning to Webflow to design showcase sites, blogs or even online stores.
Overview of Webflow plans
At Webflow, we find 3 main categories of plans :
- Site maps (or “hosting” plans): applicable to each site to publish it under a personalized domain name and benefit from a certain quota of bandwidth, CMS elements, etc.
- E-commerce plans : specific formulas for selling products or services online, with an integrated e-commerce back office.
- Workspace Plans : these offers concern your Webflow workspace and the management of your projects as a team (access rights, number of simultaneous projects, code export, etc.).
To find your way around, it is essential to distinguish The hosting plan (linked to a particular site) of Workspace plan (linked to the overall organization of your account).
“Site” plans: Publish a showcase site or a blog on Webflow
Presentation of the formulas
The Site maps are intended for “classic” projects: institutional showcase sites, blogs, online magazines, portfolios, landing pages... Webflow offers several levels:
Note: Webflow also offers an “Enterprise” plan on quotation, with personalized resources, dedicated support and advanced SLAs.
Advantages and limitations of each plan
- Basic plan :
- Advantage: minimal cost, hosting included, connection to a custom domain, unlimited number of visitors.
- Limitation: no CMS (no possibility to add dynamic collections), limited bandwidth, restricted functionalities for collaboration.
- Suitable if you have a purely static site of a few pages.
- CMS map :
- Benefit: access to the CMS, 2,000 pieces of content, larger bandwidth, stronger SEO (redirects, meta tags, etc.).
- Limit: may become insufficient if you publish several thousand pages/entries (blog, directories...).
- It is the most popular plan for professional sites or blogs, offering a good compromise between flexibility and price.
- Business Plan :
- Benefit: up to 10,000 CMS elements, more bandwidth, more responsive support, and the ability to collaborate with more users (content editor).
- Limit: especially suitable for companies that already have significant traffic or plan to have large volumes of content (multi-author blogs, news sites, corporate portals).
- Higher cost, but major interest if you expect your audience to grow rapidly.
How to optimize your choice of “Site” plan?
- Analyze the density of your content : how many pages or “sheets” are you going to publish? A 10-page institutional site can be satisfied with the Basic Plan, while a blog or monitoring site will prefer the CMS.
- Check your potential traffic : the difference between CMS and Business Plans also lies in the bandwidth limits. If you expect traffic spikes or lots of media (videos, HD images), consider Business or bandwidth add-ons.
- Avoid excessive add-ons : sometimes, it is better to upgrade (move from CMS to Business) rather than buying several extension modules (bandwidth or CMS elements).
E-commerce plans: Selling online with Webflow
Webflow also offers formulas dedicated to e-commerce, with a range of functionalities: management of products, orders, stocks, Stripe/PayPal integration, etc.
What does a Workspace unlock?
- Number of projects : the Starter plan limits to 2 projects, while Core or Growth allow you to manage 10 or more projects simultaneously.
- Real-time collaboration : you can invite designers, developers or customers in “content editor” mode to make changes, validate mockups, etc.
- Code export : depending on the plan, you may or may not export the site's HTML/CSS/Javascript code to host it elsewhere.
Do you necessarily need a paid Workspace?
- If you work alone and only have one or two projects, the Workspace Starter may suffice. You keep most of the Webflow functionalities, except for large-scale collaboration.
- As soon as you form a team of several people (designer, developer, marketer, etc.) or manage several customers simultaneously, a Core or Growth plan quickly becomes essential.
Add-ons: adjust the bandwidth and the CMS to your needs
Webflow offers add-ons for:
- Increase bandwidth : useful if you broadcast a lot of videos, HD images or if you anticipate a massive peak in traffic.
- Increase CMS elements : if you have reached the limit of your plan (e.g. 2,000 on the CMS or 10,000 on the Business), you can buy additional levels of 5,000 to 10,000 items.
The benefits of add-ons
- Flexibility : rather than switching from office to the higher plan, you can buy a one-time add-on to meet a specific need.
- Scalability : if your site is gradually growing, the add-on gives you time to assess whether it's a temporary peak or a long-term trend.
The disadvantages that should not be underestimated
- Cumulative costs : if you combine several add-ons (bandwidth + CMS), you may exceed the price of the higher plan. It is therefore necessary to compare the “upscale” option with the add-on bill.
- Scaling Management : Add-ons don't always solve all performance problems if you have really massive traffic or complex features. In this case, Enterprise or custom solutions may be more viable.
How much does a Webflow site really cost? Examples of configurations
To give you a clear vision, here is three scenarios representatives:
Scenario A: Showcase site + lightweight blog
- Site map : CMS (±$23/month) to manage blog posts and dynamic content.
- Workspace Plan : Free starter if you are alone. If you work with 2-3 people, a Core plan (~$19/month) can be useful.
- Add-ons : Not necessarily necessary for a small volume of content and modest traffic (< 10,000 monthly visits).
- Total budget : ±$23/month (if solo) or ±$42/month (with Workspace Core).
Scenario B: Intermediate e-commerce
- Site map : E-commerce Plus (±74$/month) if you expect more than 500 products or a significant sales volume.
- Workspace Plan : Growth (~$36/month) to work with 3-5 people (designer, developer, content manager, etc.).
- Add-ons : possibly an excess of bandwidth if you broadcast videos on your product sheets.
- Total budget : ±$110/month (excluding add-ons).
Scenario C: High-traffic corporate site
- Site map : Business (±$39/month) offering more bandwidth and up to 10,000 CMS elements.
- Workspace Plan : Growth (~$36/month) if several of you are editing the content.
- Add-ons : +50 GB of monthly bandwidth if you have a lot of audiovisual content.
- Total budget : ±75$/month, variable according to your add-ons.
For advanced support : Do not hesitate to consult our advice on redesigning a website to dominate its local market. You will discover how to adjust your digital strategy, all coupled with an adapted Webflow infrastructure.
The benefits of a premium Webflow agency in your strategy
With its drag & drop interface and intuitive CMS, it sometimes feels like anyone can build a Webflow site. This is partially true, but:
- Professional UX/UI design : The challenge is not limited to “making a site”. You need a strategic design, adapted to your audience, your brand image, and optimized for conversion.
- Mastery of SEO best practices : Schema.org tags, performance optimization, content prioritization... All these points require advanced knowledge to rank effectively.
- Specific developments : Webflow offers great flexibility, but some functionalities (complex forms, integration of third party APIs, custom animations...) require a solid code base.
- Save time and resources : An experienced agency will be able to quickly configure your site, anticipate maintenance problems, and guide you on the plans (Site, e-Commerce, Workspace, Add-ons) to choose.
At Noqode, we have been working with Webflow for several years for companies and start-ups from all walks of life. We focus on performance, user experience and design quality.
Tips for optimizing your Webflow costs
- Choose the right plan from the start : Project your traffic and content over 6-12 months. Oversizing a plan can be expensive, but undersizing incurs add-on fees.
- Watch your media : if you host a lot of videos, think of external solutions (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.) to limit your bandwidth on Webflow.
- Segment your “Collection Items” : optimize the structure of your Collections (categories, tags) so as not to exceed the limit of CMS elements unnecessarily.
- Collaborate with specific roles : to limit confusion and optimize productivity, distribute rights in your Workspace (designer, editor, administrator...) clearly.
- Analytical monitoring : Webflow provides basic statistics, but integrate Google Analytics or other tools to accurately measure your traffic. In this way, you anticipate your bandwidth needs.
Conclusion: Webflow, a profitable investment when it is well controlled
Les Webflow rates are not limited to a simple “accommodation” subscription. It is necessary to consider both:
- The site plan (Basic, CMS, Business, or e-commerce Standard, Plus, Advanced),
- The workspace plan (Workspace Starter, Core, Growth...),
- Potential add-ons if your project grows beyond the initial quotas
The strength of Webflow lies in the quality of accommodation, the SEO performance And the freedom of design that it offers, making it a premium solution for those who want a fully personalized and scalable site.
However, it is crucial to properly assess your needs in advance and, if necessary, to be supported by professionals. An experienced agency will help you get the most out of Webflow, while optimizing your costs over time.
Do you want to go further with your Webflow project?
Contact Noqode to benefit from personalized support, from UX/UI design to technical configuration, including SEO optimization. We make your site a A real driver of growth.
FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Webflow rates
Can I use Webflow for free?
Yes, Webflow offers a free Starter plan. However, it limits your hosting (no custom domain name) and your collaboration possibilities (2 projects maximum). It is especially useful for testing the platform or creating mockups.
What is the most suitable Webflow plan for a blog?
The CMS map at around $23/month is the most popular for a blog or a news site, thanks to its 2,000 CMS elements and its more comfortable bandwidth than the Basic plan.
How can I avoid paying for too many add-ons?
Do a quick calculation: if you plan to buy 2 or 3 add-ons, it may be more profitable to upgrade directly to the next plan (Business or e-commerce Plus), as you will gain not only in resources, but also in additional features (advanced role management, for example).
Is Webflow adapted to a large e-commerce catalog?
Yes, but up to a certain limit (3,000 products with the Advanced plan, or even more in Enterprise). Beyond that, or for very complex functionalities (multi-sellers, dropshipping...), specialized solutions such as Shopify, Magento or Prestashop can be considered.
What is the difference between a Site Plan and a Workspace Plan?
- One Site map allows you to publish and host a specific site, with a quota of bandwidth, CMS elements, etc.
- One Workspace Plan concerns your global Webflow account and the way in which you collaborate (number of projects, user rights, code export...).
Often, we combine a Site map (for each published project) with a Workspace Plan (for the team or the agency), in order to fully exploit all the functionalities of Webflow.
