Why a Small Business should use Umbraco
(Instead of Wix, WordPress, or ExpressionEngine)
Posted by Natalie Mayes yesterday
When you run a small business, your website needs to do more than just look good. It needs to be fast, flexible, easy to update, and ready to grow with you.
There are plenty of ways to get a website online, platforms such as WordPress, Wix, and Squarespace are everywhere, and ExpressionEngine has been around for years. They all have their place, but if you want something that truly fits your business, Umbraco offers more freedom, more control, and a better long term foundation.
We recommend it to all of our clients, and here is why:
You are not stuck inside a template
Wix, Squarespace, and even many WordPress themes can feel restrictive. They get you started fast, but they often make it difficult to grow or customise your site later on.
With Umbraco, there are no preset themes holding you back. We can design and build exactly what your business needs, something unique that reflects your brand and helps you stand out, whether you are a small café in Clevedon or a growing professional service in central Bristol.
It is flexibility that grows with you, not something you will need to replace in two years’ time.
You own your website, your data, and your future
Hosted builders such as Wix and Squarespace run on subscription models. You pay each month, but the platform, hosting, and data are not truly yours. Even WordPress sites can become dependent on plug-ins and specific hosting setups, which makes moving or scaling more complex than it should be.
With Umbraco, you own everything - the code, the content, and the hosting. You can choose where your site lives and how it runs. That independence gives peace of mind and keeps costs predictable as you grow.
Easy for teams to update and manage
Many of our clients, from small retailers to big business service providers, want control over their own websites. They do not want to wait weeks for minor text or image changes.
Umbraco’s editor is clean and straightforward, making it easy for non technical users to update content. You log in, make your change, preview it, and publish. It feels organised and intuitive, without the clutter that often comes with WordPress plug-ins or page builders.
Built for speed, security, and reliability
A slow or unreliable website can drive potential customers away. Umbraco runs on Microsoft’s .NET framework, which is known for speed, security, and stability.
You can host it wherever suits you - perhaps with a local hosting provider in the South West or in the cloud - and configure it exactly how you need. You are not tied to shared servers or limited hosting plans.
This level of control means better performance and stronger security, which both customers and search engines appreciate.
Connects with the tools you already use
Whether you use a CRM, a booking system, or an online payment platform, Umbraco can integrate cleanly with it. From HubSpot, Stripe, and Mailchimp to bespoke internal tools, it connects smoothly and securely.
This flexibility helps many Bristol businesses streamline operations and keep their systems connected - something not always possible with closed, template based platforms like Wix or Squarespace.
A reliable platform that grows with your business
ExpressionEngine has slowed in development, and WordPress can become maintenance heavy over time. Umbraco, however, continues to grow. It is backed by a strong global community and a dedicated team that keeps improving the platform.
That means your website stays secure, modern, and adaptable - ready for the next step in your business journey.
Put simply, Umbraco gives small businesses big business power
If your business has outgrown its starter website, or if you are looking to start on the right platform, Umbraco gives you the flexibility, control, and long term reliability that others struggle to match.
At mohunky, we have been building Umbraco websites for over a decade, helping small and medium sized businesses across the South West create digital solutions that last.
If you are considering moving on from WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, or ExpressionEngine, we would be happy to show you what Umbraco can do for your business.
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