Honest comparison
Why we don't build with WordPress.
WordPress runs a third of the internet — that doesn't make it the right tool for a new small business website in 2026. Here's the honest comparison.
| Metric | Typical WordPress | Bold (Next.js) |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Lighthouse Performance | 40–65 | 95–100 |
| Time to first paint | 2.5–5s | 0.3–0.8s |
| Plugins required for basic features | 8–15 | 0 |
| Monthly maintenance cost | $50–$300 | $0 (incl. in care plan) |
| Security CVEs per year (avg theme/plugin) | Dozens | Near-zero |
| Build time (small biz site) | 4–8 weeks | 1–7 days |
| Editing copy | WP Admin | Inline CMS |
| Mobile responsive (truly) | Theme-dependent | Always |
| SEO foundation | Plugin-dependent | Built-in schema |
| Hosting cost (managed) | $30–$120/mo | $0–$5/mo |
We'll happily migrate, modernise, or maintain an existing WordPress site if it makes sense. But for new builds where speed, SEO, and low total cost of ownership matter — modern Next.js wins, every time.
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