Choosing a website partner
MiniPage vs Wix, Shopify and other website platforms
MiniPage is better for businesses that want a done-for-you website, transparent entry-level pricing and direct human support. The other platforms can be better when you want to build and manage a platform yourself.
MiniPage websites start from R99/month including hosting. Custom development, integrations, mobile apps and data projects are scoped and quoted separately.
| Feature | MiniPage | Wix | Shopify | Squarespace | GoDaddy | WordPress.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Done-for-you website setup | ✓Yes | DIY | DIY | DIY | DIY | DIY |
| Direct support from real people | ✓Yes | Platform support | Platform support | Platform support | Platform support | Platform support |
| Hosting included | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✓Yes | ✓Yes |
| Website offer from R99/month | ✓Yes | -No | -No | -No | -No | -No |
| Custom websites and web applications | ✓Yes | Platform features | Platform features | Platform features | Platform features | Platform features |
| APIs and systems integration | ✓Yes | Platform integrations | Platform integrations | Platform integrations | Platform integrations | Platform integrations |
| Data migration, conversion and repair | ✓Yes | DIY/tools | DIY/tools | DIY/tools | DIY/tools | DIY/tools |
| Custom invoice and quotation systems | Add-on | Apps/add-ons | Apps/add-ons | Apps/add-ons | Apps/add-ons | Plugins/add-ons |
| No technical setup required | ✓Yes | -No | -No | -No | -No | -No |
Custom invoice, quotation and document-generation systems are add-ons. They are not included in the R99/month website package.
Why MiniPage can be the better fit
DIY platforms are useful products, but they expect you to choose a template, write the content, configure the site and solve problems inside their platform. MiniPage is designed for owners who would rather speak to real people and have the website built and supported for them. That means less technical setup, a clear South African starting offer and a direct conversation when your needs become more complex.