Squarespace vs WordPress: Which Wins for Small Business?
TL;DR: Squarespace vs WordPress comes down to a trade-off: Squarespace is simple but closed, WordPress takes more setup but you actually own it. After Squarespace’s 2026 price rises of up to 26%, that difference matters more than it used to. The part people miss is lock-in. A Squarespace site cannot be moved off Squarespace. A […]
Website Design Cost UK: What You Will Actually Pay in 2026
TL;DR: Website design cost in the UK runs from £500 to £10,000+ in 2026, and most small business projects land between £1,500 and £6,000 depending on who builds it and what the price actually covers. The Department for Business and Trade counted 5.7 million private sector businesses in the UK at the start of 2025, […]
Web Design For Small Business
TL;DR: Web design for small business is the single biggest factor in whether a UK company gets found online, gets trusted, and gets contacted. A site that loads fast, works on mobile, and answers the right questions will outperform a visually impressive one every time. With 5.5 million small businesses operating across the UK (Department […]
DIY Website vs Professional Web Design: When to Hire an Expert
TL;DR: A DIY website builder is the right call when you need a cheap, simple presence quickly and your site does not have to win business. The moment your website becomes a real source of leads, sales, or credibility, professional design starts to pay for itself, usually faster than people expect. This guide walks through […]
Business Websites: Sustainable digital tools
TL;DR: A business website is still the one digital asset you actually own, and a well-built one builds credibility, generates leads and gives you a first impression you control. Sustainable web design is not a trade-off against results. A lean, fast, low-carbon site tends to load quicker, convert better and rank more strongly. At QED […]
Why Your Business Needs a Website (And Why Social Media Shouldn’t Be Your Only Digital Home)
TL;DR: Don’t build your sandcastle on someone else’s sand – This is why your business needs a website In today’s digital age, every business needs a website, regardless of its size or industry. While social media platforms offer convenient engagement and marketing opportunities, a dedicated website builds brand trust, gets you found in searches, and […]
Custom-built website vs Shopify
TL;DR: Website vs Shopify You’ll get more for your money with a website E-commerce: Why a custom-built website is better than a Shopify site. “Website vs Shopify ?” – It was a question posed recently in a social media group, and it got us thinking. So QED is here to explain it. Shopify is a […]
Which is the right website designer for you?
Which is the right website designer for you? It’s the eternal question if you are a new start-up and need the right person, or are reconsidering your internet offering. There are lots of posts out there telling you what to expect, mostly written by marketing or salespeople hoping that you’ll let them pitch to you, […]