Web Design Agencies vs SitesByTed
Agencies deliver quality work — eventually. The question is whether 6-12 weeks and $5,000-$15,000 makes sense when Ted delivers comparable quality overnight for $500.
Feature-by-Feature
| Feature | Web Design Agencies | SitesByTed |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $5,000-$15,000 | $500 |
| Timeline | 6-12 weeks | Overnight |
| Your time required | 20-40 hours of meetings and feedback | 30 minutes to submit and review |
| See before you pay | Rarely — most require deposits | Always — live preview before payment |
| Mobile responsive | Yes | Yes — mobile-first |
| SEO optimized | Varies — often basic | Yes — 50+ factor optimization |
| Page speed | Varies widely | 90+ PageSpeed score guaranteed |
| Ongoing content | $500-$2,000/mo extra | $300/mo on Grow plan |
| Revisions | 2-3 rounds included, then hourly | Unlimited until you approve |
Where Web Design Agencies Wins
Complex custom functionality
If you need e-commerce, membership systems, custom web applications, or complex integrations, agencies can build bespoke solutions that go beyond standard business websites.
Brand strategy and identity
Full-service agencies offer brand strategy, logo design, and comprehensive visual identity work that goes beyond website design.
Dedicated human project manager
Some businesses prefer a named human contact managing their project. Agencies provide this. Ted does not.
Where SitesByTed Wins
Speed
Overnight delivery vs. 6-12 weeks. For businesses losing customers every day to a bad website, speed is not a nice-to-have.
Price
$500 vs. $5,000-$15,000. Same quality for standard small business websites at a fraction of the cost.
Risk-free
See your finished site before paying. Agencies require 50% deposits before showing any work.
Ongoing value
$300/month for 4 blog posts, SEO monitoring, and content updates. Agencies charge $500-$2,000/month for similar services.
Cost Comparison
Web Design Agencies
SitesByTed
Choose Web Design Agencies If...
- You need complex custom functionality (e-commerce, web apps, portals)
- You need comprehensive brand identity work beyond just a website
- Budget is not a constraint and you prefer a dedicated human team
- You have complex integration requirements with existing systems
Choose SitesByTed If...
- You need a professional website for your local business — fast
- You want to see the finished site before spending any money
- You cannot afford or justify $5,000-$15,000 for a website
- You do not have 20-40 hours for meetings and feedback rounds
- You want ongoing content and SEO, not just a one-time build
See the difference for yourself.
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