Site123 review
Updated September 28, 2026 · ForgeCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 26, 2026
We earn a commission when you sign up through links on this site. Partner status can affect where a brand appears in our rankings.
Our verdict
Site123 suits beginners and small businesses that want one builder for sites, stores and landing pages. The free plan lets a shop start at no cost, the transaction fee is 0%, and plans start at $10.80 in a ranking where entry prices run to €587.56.
Key facts
- Best for
- Beginners and small businesses wanting one builder for a site, a store and a landing page.
- Price from
- $10.80 (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Free plan
- Yes (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- E-commerce plan price
- $10.80 (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Transaction fee
- 0% (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Builder type
- Site, Store, Landing (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Legal entity
- SITE123 LTD (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Support channels
- Chat, Email, Help-centre (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Audience
- Beginners, Small business
- Pricing model
- Free plan
- Official website
- site123.com
Apps and profiles
- Elsewhere
- LinkedInXyoutube.com
Pros and cons
Pros
- No transaction fee, the lowest in the 1 rank of 78 on that measure
- Entry price of $10.80 sits below the €7.89 median for website builders
- A free plan exists, so testing and a small store can start at no cost
- One builder covers site, store and landing, so a site and a shop do not need separate tools
Cons
- The paid entry point starts at $10.80, so a free plan cannot carry a full store indefinitely
- Support runs on chat, email and help centre, with no phone line listed for urgent store issues
- Pricing is listed for a free plan only, so the paid tiers are compared at $10.80 rather than per feature
Who it suits
- Beginners who have never published a site or set up a store
- Small businesses that want a site, a store and a landing page in one place
- Shop owners who want no per-sale platform cut
Who should look elsewhere
- Shafrik if you want a lower entry point, since it starts at XOF 9,900
- Ko-fi if you are comparing the entry price only, since it starts at $12
- Mitienda Uruguay if you want a locally priced plan, listed at UYU 400
How Site123 compares
Site123 vs ScalaHosting9.2 vs 9.2- 9.2 vs 9.1
9.2 vs 8.7
- 9.2 vs 9.3
9.2 vs 8.6
- Site123 vs Create9.2 vs 9.4
- Site123 vs WebHosting9.2 vs 9.2
Site123 vs Krystal Hosting9.2 vs 9.2
- Site123 vs easyname9.2 vs 9.1
- 9.2 vs 9.2
- Site123 vs checkdomain9.2 vs 9.1
Site123 vs PlanetHoster9.2 vs 9.1
9.2 vs 9.39.2 vs 9.5
9.2 vs 9.4
9.2 vs 9.4
9.2 vs 9.3- 9.2 vs 9.3
9.2 vs 9.2
9.2 vs 9.2
9.2 vs 9.1
9.2 vs 9.0
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free plan for building a site or store?+
Yes. A free plan is offered, and the free plan is the listed way to start rather than a timed trial. Paid entry begins at $10.80, so a free plan covers a site or a small store at no cost before you move up.
What does a paid plan cost?+
Paid plans start at $10.80. The e-commerce plan is listed at $10.80, which is the figure to compare if the store matters more than the site. The entry price sits under the €7.89 median for website builders.
Is there a transaction fee on sales?+
The transaction fee is 0%, so the platform takes no cut of a sale. That places it at rank 1 of 78 on that measure, and payment processing costs still sit outside the builder.
What kinds of sites can be built?+
The builder covers site, store and landing. Sites and stores are the main uses, while landing pages are a smaller use across the brands ranked. Both a shop and a company site can run in the same place.
How is it supported?+
Support runs on chat, email and help centre. A help centre carries the most detail, with email and chat available for questions. It is aimed at beginners and small business, so the documentation carries the weight for first-time users.
Who is this builder aimed at?+
The stated audience is beginners and small business. Most website builders in the ranking share the small-business focus, but the beginner share is high here too, which suits anyone publishing their first site or store without a developer.
What about renewal pricing?+
The listed pricing is built around the free plan, with the paid entry point at $10.80. Across builders on this comparison, renewal prices sit near a €5.99 median, so expect the paid tier to be the figure that matters after the start.
Which company runs it?+
The provider is SITE123 LTD, named in the terms. The plan structure lists a free plan as the model, which is why entry pricing and the free plan carry the comparison here.
Sources
- site123.com checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Support channels
“Our free 24/7 live support is here for you. SITE123's live chat support will answer your questions and guide you”
- site123.com/about checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Audience
“Our builder is designed for ease of use by anyone, regardless of technical knowledge or experience.”
- site123.com/ecommerce-website checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Transaction fee
“SITE123 does not take any transaction fee for sales you make on your online shop.”
- site123.com/pricing checked September 26, 2026
Backs: E-commerce plan price, Free plan, Pricing model, Price from
“If you want to connect a custom domain then you will be charged as low as $10.8 per month (annual plan, paid up front).”
- site123.com/terms checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Legal entity
“SITE123 LTD: Hereinafter referred to as “The Provider””
- site123.com/website-templates checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Builder type
“All Websites Landing Pages Online Store Blog Web Game Digital Card Dashboard Admin”
Compiled from 6 source pages, checked September 26, 2026. We did not open an account.
Site123
Beginners and small businesses wanting one builder for a site, a store and a landing page.