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static vs page builder

Website Performance and Optimization

A static website, like ours and our clients', usually has better performance and loading speed than websites built using page builders like WordPress, Squarespace, and Wix because there is less overhead and fewer assests and code to fetch. This is why Noco Web Designs websites are superior; our hand coded websites out perform a vast majority of wordpress sites, making for a more cohesive user experience and lower bounce rate.


These platforms often include numerous plugins, themes, and scripts that are loaded with each page request, adding unnecessary bloat and slowing down page load times. The result is a less optimized experience for users, particularly on mobile devices or slower internet connections. Basically, static websites are easier to optimize since they are simpler in nature.


With static sites, developers have complete control over each aspect of performance, allowing them to fine-tune code, compress images, and use techniques like lazy loading. On the other hand, page builders often limit customization options, relying on pre-designed templates and features that may not be as performance-optimized.


  • Less code and scripts. Websites like our clients, have less code and less scripts which greaty increases performance, while still allowing us to add any integrations you need.
  • Total control. Since we hand code the entire website, we can control and enhance every aspect of your website, which isn't possible with page builders.
  • Performance-optimized. We also spend a lot of time on each project to ensure we optimize the performance to google's liking, which helps you rank higher and retain visitors.

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Hopefully this helps you see why our websites will outperform most of your competitors, and how that is better for business. If you found this helpful, make sure to check out our other posts like SEO, Accessability, and more!