Feature comparison
| Feature | Solo | IONOS Website Builder | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup style | AI-guided onboarding from a single prompt | AI-assisted website generator plus manual drag-and-drop editor | |
| Custom domain | Included on the free plan | Included on all paid plans; no meaningful free plan | |
| Blog / content platform | Blog available when enabled in deployment, with AI drafting | Basic blog module available on paid plans | |
| Ecommerce | Simple storefront for small catalogs | Online store add-on available; separate store plans offered | |
| AI writing assistant | AI at onboarding, section creation, and blog drafting | AI website generator at setup; limited AI writing tools | |
| Free tier with custom domain | Yes | No; introductory $1/mo offer is promotional, not a free plan |
IONOS Website Builder pricing snapshot
| Plan | Price | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $12/mo | Custom domain, SSL, email inbox, and a clean drag-and-drop builder for simple sites. |
| Plus | $18/mo | More design options, SEO tools, and additional email inboxes. |
| Pro | $30/mo | Analytics, heat maps, A/B testing, and premium customer support for growing businesses. |
Who should choose Solo
You want AI to generate your full site structure and copy from a business description at onboarding, and to continue seeding new sections as you build. Solo's free plan with a connected custom domain is a meaningful advantage -- IONOS has no genuine free plan. Mozilla's privacy posture matters to you or your audience.
Who should choose IONOS Website Builder
You want domain, hosting, and professional email bundled into one monthly bill from an established European provider. IONOS's Pro plan ($30/mo) with heat maps and A/B testing offers analytics tools that few builders include at that price. If you are an EU-based business where data residency and provider reputation matter, IONOS is a credible choice.
