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WordPress Alternative for MVP Development
Considering WordPress for your MVP? Compare custom development vs WordPress for building your SaaS product.
What is WordPress?
WordPress is a content management system originally built for blogs, now used for various websites with plugins.
Webscension vs WordPress
Feature
Webscension
WordPress
Architecture
Modern Next.js
Legacy PHP
Security
Secure by design
Plugin vulnerabilities
Performance
Optimized
Often slow
Maintenance
Minimal
Constant updates
Scalability
Built to scale
Limited
Custom Features
Native
Plugin-dependent
WordPress Limitations
- Not designed for web applications
- Plugin dependency creates security risks
- Performance issues with many plugins
- Frequent maintenance and updates required
- Limited scalability for complex apps
- Outdated architecture for modern SaaS
Why Choose Webscension Instead
- Modern tech stack (Next.js, React)
- Built specifically for your use case
- No plugin security vulnerabilities
- Better performance and scalability
- Clean, maintainable codebase
- 90-day revenue guarantee
WordPress is best for:
Blogs, content sites, and simple brochure websites
WordPress is NOT best for:
SaaS products, web applications, or anything beyond content publishing
Cost Comparison
WordPress
$100-500 setup + ongoing maintenance
Often with hidden costs
Webscension
$2,997 one-time for complete MVP
All-inclusive with guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions
Can WordPress be used for SaaS?
While possible with many plugins, WordPress wasn't designed for SaaS. You'll face security issues, performance problems, and maintenance headaches. Purpose-built solutions work better.
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