While others struggle with slow, bloated templates, your custom-coded website loads in under 2 seconds, ranks higher on Google, and converts visitors at 2-3x the rate.
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See exactly why custom-coded websites outperform WordPress and Wix in every metric that matters
Feature | Custom-Coded | WordPress | Wix/Squarespace |
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Average Load Time | <2 seconds | 5-8 seconds | 4-7 seconds |
PageSpeed Score | 95-100 | 60-75 | 50-70 |
Monthly Plugin/App Fees | $0 | $50-500+ | $30-300+ |
Custom Features | Unlimited | Limited by plugins | Very limited |
Code Ownership | 100% yours | Partial | None |
Security Vulnerabilities | Minimal | High (plugins) | Medium |
SEO Capabilities | Perfect | Good with plugins | Basic |
Scalability | Unlimited | Limited | Very limited |
Setup Time | 3-8 weeks | 1-2 weeks | 1-3 days |
Upfront Cost | Higher | Medium | Low |
The Hidden Cost of "Cheap" Websites
WordPress sites average $200-500/month in plugin fees, hosting, and maintenance. Over 3 years, that's $7,200-$18,000 - often more than a custom website that performs 3x better.
Why industry leaders choose custom development over templates
Sub-2 second load times mean better user experience and 2-3x higher conversion rates
Clean code and perfect optimization gets you ranking above template-based competitors
Every feature built exactly how you need it - no compromises or workarounds
No vulnerable plugins or third-party code that hackers can exploit
Built on modern architecture that grows with your business without rebuilding
No monthly fees, better performance, and higher conversions mean profit in months
From landing pages to enterprise applications - all custom-coded for maximum performance
Perfect for campaigns & product launches
Ideal for: Marketing campaigns, product launches, lead generation
Get StartedEssential business website
Ideal for: Small businesses, consultants, startups
Get StartedFull-featured business presence
Ideal for: Growing businesses, professional services, agencies
Get StartedComplex features & integrations
Ideal for: E-commerce, membership sites, service platforms
Discuss Your ProjectFull custom web applications
Ideal for: Large organizations, SaaS platforms, marketplaces
Discuss Your ProjectSee what Australian business owners are saying about their custom websites
"Within a week Shane had the new website built. It includes so much more content, has animations. We've started showing up on Google and customers have even started complimenting it."
Ryan
Hansford Security & Data
1 Week
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"Shane did an excellent job. It's got all those features that I wanted. Looks really good, works good, definitely does the job. Couldn't be happier!"
Amy
Reva Aesthetics
100%
Custom Features
"Our whole accounting and sales system is connected to the website now. We get a lead come through, it comes straight to my phone, and I can be out there within half an hour."
Sam
Town & Country Gutters
Instant
Lead Alerts
WordPress sites are built on old technology, require constant updates, and rely on plugins that slow everything down. Custom sites are built with modern tech, load 3-5x faster, rank better on Google, and don't have security vulnerabilities from plugins. Plus, no monthly plugin fees.
Custom sites require far less maintenance than WordPress. No plugin updates, no security patches, no compatibility issues. We provide training so you can make content updates yourself, or we offer maintenance packages if you prefer hands-off management.
Absolutely! We build a custom content management system tailored to your needs. It's much simpler than WordPress because it only has the features you actually need. We provide full training and documentation.
Landing pages take 2-3 weeks, business sites 3-6 weeks, and complex applications 8-16 weeks. Yes, it's longer than slapping together a template, but the performance gains and long-term benefits are worth the wait.
All projects include post-launch support and revisions. After that, we offer retainer packages for ongoing improvements, or we can quote individual changes. Since you own the code, you can also hire any developer to make changes.
Consider this: A WordPress site costing $3,000 upfront + $300/month in plugins/maintenance costs $13,800 over 3 years. A $10,000 custom site with no monthly fees saves you money while performing 3x better. Better performance means more customers and revenue. Most clients see ROI within 6-12 months.
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