{"id":7306,"date":"2017-11-22T06:57:51","date_gmt":"2017-11-22T14:57:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/?p=7306"},"modified":"2026-03-03T16:09:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T16:09:58","slug":"portfolio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/","title":{"rendered":"I Tested the 5 Best Portfolio Websites Builders: Your Best Options for a 2026 Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<strong>Squarespace is the best portfolio builder for visual artists who require professional, high-end templates that prioritize imagery, while Wix is ideal for business-focused portfolios.<\/strong> Our in-house research team and I have spent more than 300 hours testing 12 of the top platforms, and have hand-picked the five best portfolio <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/\">website builders<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>To help you decide, I&rsquo;ve organized them based on the work you need to showcase to potential employers or clients.[\/vc_column_text]\n<\/p><div class=\"taco-highlighted-block primary\">\n \n <h4 class=\"title-block\">\n \n &#128161; Key Takeaways <\/h4>\n \n \n<ul>\n<li>Squarespace is our top choice for portfolios because of its stylish professional templates, but it can have slower loading times<\/li>\n<li>Wix is a great alternative for business portfolios due to its wide range of marketing and ecommerce features<\/li>\n<li>Pixpa has a unique watermarking feature and high-res image uploads which make it perfect for photographers, although it&rsquo;s the only platform without an AI website builder<\/li>\n<li>When choosing a portfolio website builder, consider showcasing, storytelling, and search visibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/div>\n<meta data-fa-load=\"fas fa-plus\">\n<meta data-fa-load=\"fas fa-minus\">\n<div class=\"wbe-accordion\" id=\"updates-box\" data-eventcategory=\"content-element\" data-eventaction=\"accordion\">\n \n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-updates-box-sect-0\">\n\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4>\n &#128226; I updated this page on 03\/03\/26 &ndash; here's what's different: <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n \n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-updates-box-cont-0\">\n After giving this page a complete revamp earlier in the year to reflect our latest round of website builder research and testing, I&rsquo;ve reviewed the guide to check pricing and features are up-to-date. I&rsquo;ve also added additional information to help you make the right choice, including a clear specification of Wix&rsquo;s storage limits and the exact SEO features you should be looking for in a builder. <\/div>\n\n\n \n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-updates-box-sect-1\">\n\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4>\n &#129514; How we tested the best portfolio builders: <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n \n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-updates-box-cont-1\">\n We decided our list of best website builders for portfolios based on the findings from our most recent round of website builder research. Overall, we collected 300 hours of data and tested each builder on a six-point <a href=\"#section-5\">methodology<\/a>.\n<p>The methodology areas weighted most heavily are the areas prioritized for portfolios: design features (35%), website functionality (20%), and user experience (20%). <\/p><\/div>\n\n\n \n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n Comparing the Best Portfolio Website Builders <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]With our table below, you can view a quick comparison of the five portfolio website builders we&rsquo;ve featured:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]\n<h3>How Much Do the Top Portfolio Website Builders Cost?<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\n<\/p><div class=\"form-simple\" data-eventcategory=\"feedback\" data-eventaction=\"Email-Subscribe\">\n <form target=\"_blank\" class=\"form-subscribe\" id=\"form-subscribe\">\n\n <div class=\"form-loader\">\n <div class=\"spinner-box\">\n <span class=\"spin-loader\"><\/span>\n <p class=\"form-loader-text\">Verifying<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"form-subscribe-info\">\n <p class=\"form-subscribe-title\">It&rsquo;s time to accelerate your business growth.<\/p>\n <p class=\"form-subscribe-subtitle\">Sign up to our FREE newsletter for weekly SEO, social media, &amp; ecommerce tips &ndash; boost traffic today!<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"form-subscribe-box\">\n <div class=\"input-row input-row-text\">\n <input type=\"text\" class=\"form-control\" name=\"first_name\" placeholder=\"Name\" required>\n <span class=\"input-row-error\">Please fill in your name<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"input-row input-row-email\">\n <input type=\"email\" class=\"form-control\" name=\"email_address\" placeholder=\"Email Address\" required>\n <span class=\"input-row-error\">Please fill in your email<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"google-inline-captcha\">\n <div class=\"captcha-message\">\n <span class=\"btn-close\"><\/span>\n <span class=\"form-messages\"><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <button class=\"form-subscribe-button btn btn-primary\" type=\"submit\" data-eventlabel=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7306\">\n Subscribe <\/button>\n <\/div>\n\n <p class=\"form-subscribe-privacy-policy\">\n By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.mvfglobal.com\/privacypolicy\/b649e\" title=\"Privacy Policy\">Privacy Policy<\/a>. You can <strong>unsubscribe<\/strong> at any time. <\/p>\n\n <\/form>\n<\/div>\n\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n 1. Squarespace: Best for Art and Design Portfolios <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#128176; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/squarespace-pricing\/\">Squarespace pricing<\/a>:<\/strong> $16-$99 per month (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#128187; Read our full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/squarespace-review\/\">Squarespace review<\/a> for further details<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>&#129302; AI portfolio website builder:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]Squarespace is the top choice for portfolios because of its stylish professional templates, particularly for businesses, agencies, or freelancers in art and design fields. <strong>It offers an easy way to create a modern portfolio that reflects your unique design philosophy.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>42 of Squarespace&rsquo;s 190+ templates&nbsp;are designed specifically for portfolios, <\/strong>and they&rsquo;re organized by industry, such as &ldquo;Photography,&rdquo; &ldquo;Art and Design,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Media and Podcasts.&rdquo;[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132189&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Key Squarespace Portfolio Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When I constructed a portfolio website with Squarespace, these are the most helpful tools I came across:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/squarespace-blueprint-ai\/\">Squarespace Blueprint AI<\/a> <\/strong>&ndash; You can follow its five-step onboarding process to create a custom template that has a consistent font, color palette, and tone of voice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unlimited storage on all<\/strong> <strong>plans<\/strong> and a video allowance of between 30 minutes and unlimited, depending on your plan.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/ecommerce-website-builders\/acuity-review\/\"><strong>Acuity Scheduling<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Secure bookings and appointments from prospective clients (from an extra $16 per month, billed annually).<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/building-online-stores\/how-to-sell-digital-downloads\/\"><strong>Sell digital downloads<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Sell digital copies of the art or photography prints displayed in your portfolio. You could also sell online video courses and PDF guides to share your creative expertise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132198&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What&rsquo;s It Like To Set Up With <\/strong> Squarespace?<\/h3>\n<p>I was impressed by Squarespace&rsquo;s sleek interface when testing out the platform myself. Its&nbsp;<strong>drag-and-drop editor<\/strong> was easy to use, letting me add new design elements to my portfolio and arranging them however I wanted to.<\/p>\n<p>I also found it impossible to create an unattractive design, since the builder&rsquo;s&nbsp;<strong>gray grid overlay<\/strong>&nbsp;kept everything in alignment.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132193&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Which Squarespace Plan Is Best for Portfolios?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Basic plan: $16 per month (billed annually) <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Basic plan has suitable tools for your portfolio, since it comes with professional templates for creatives, unlimited storage space, 30 minutes of video storage, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/ecommerce-website-builders\/squarespace-e-commerce-business-review\/\">Squarespace ecommerce<\/a> that enables you to sell your products and services, too.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Should Use Squarespace?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Creatives in art and design who want unique and highly-customizable portfolio templates<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Businesses, agencies, or freelancers booking appointment and consultations<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Shouldn&rsquo;t Use Squarespace?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Content-heavy portfolios <\/strong>may experience performance issues, since Squarespace had the slowest loading speed of all the builders we tested<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n 2. Wix: For Business Portfolios <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#128176; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/wix-pricing\/\">Wix pricing<\/a>:<\/strong> $17-$159 per month (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#128187; Read our full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/wix-review\/\">Wix review<\/a> for additional details<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>&#129302; AI portfolio website builder:<\/strong> Yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<strong>Wix is the best choice for business portfolios, since it comes with the widest range of marketing and ecommerce features on the market, <\/strong>enabling you to add additional functionality to your portfolio page.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132211&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Key Wix Portfolio Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Once you have the Wix Portfolio app active on your website, you have access to the following features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>219 portfolio templates<\/strong> &ndash; Divided into art, music, modeling, photography, illustration, and architecture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>AI Portfolio Generator<\/strong> &ndash; Automatically organizes your portfolio work into categories and generates titles and descriptions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Project collections <\/strong>&ndash; I could&nbsp;arrange my portfolio projects into different groups. This is useful if you&rsquo;ve worked on multiple projects for one client, or want to showcase your work from different creative mediums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132223&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What&rsquo;s It Like To Set Up With Wix?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Wix&rsquo;s portfolio templates automatically have<\/strong> <strong>the free Wix Portfolio app installed,&nbsp;<\/strong>which unlocks access to portfolio building tools. However, this app can be downloaded to any other template from the Wix App Market.<\/p>\n<p>Wix&rsquo;s portfolio features will also be included if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/how-use-wix-ai\/\">use Wix&rsquo;s AI website builder<\/a>, since the chatbot builds your site based on your needs.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132215&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<strong>Wix&rsquo;s drag-and-drop editor<\/strong>&nbsp;allows&nbsp; you to drag design elements, like contact forms and client testimonials, anywhere on the page. With no grid guidelines, Wix has much more creative control than Squarespace, although the choice can be overwhelming and lead to messy or overcomplicated designs.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132219&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_empty_space]\n<\/p><div class=\"taco-highlighted-block primary\">\n \n <h4 class=\"title-block\">\n \n &#128161; Other useful Wix tools <\/h4>\n \n Because Wix has the biggest number of website features, your business may need these tools to take your portfolio to another level:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Marketing <\/strong>&ndash; To promote your work and reach a wider audience, you can use Wix&rsquo;s email marketing tool, SEO features, and social media integrations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ecommerce <\/strong>&ndash; If you&rsquo;re interested in a hybrid portfolio with ecommerce, Wix will let you transition your portfolio website into an online store. With Wix, ecommerce plans start from $29 per month (billed annually).<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/wix-ai-features\/\">Wix AI Tools<\/a> &ndash; <\/strong>Wix&rsquo;s AI tools can assist you as you create your portfolio. You can enhance your portfolio&rsquo;s images, get advice on your website&rsquo;s design, or ask the AI business assistant (Astro) for help.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/div>\n[vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]\n<h3>Which Wix Plan Is Best for Portfolios?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Core plan: $29 per month (billed annually)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Wix&rsquo;s Core plan is most suitable for portfolios, since it comes with 50GB storage space, the ability to stream video and music, and basic ecommerce tools if you want to sell your work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Should Use Wix?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Small-medium sized businesses that want to show off their latest projects<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Businesses that need to stretch their portfolio website with additional functionality,<\/strong> like marketing and ecommerce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Shouldn&rsquo;t Use Wix?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Creatives likely to change their portfolio design periodically,<\/b> since Wix doesn&rsquo;t support template changes on live websites<\/li>\n<li><strong>Writers and journalists may struggle to create a neat, simplistic portfolio<\/strong> with Wix&rsquo;s unstructured editor, and run the risk of overcomplicating the design<\/li>\n<li><strong>Creatives on a budget will be limited by the 2GB storage space<\/strong> on Wix&rsquo;s $17 Light plan, and may be better suited to Squarespace&rsquo;s cheapest plan, which comes with unlimited storage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n 3. Pixpa: For Photography Portfolios <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]\n<ul>\n<li><strong>&#128176; Pixpa pricing:<\/strong> $8-$25 per month (billed annually)<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#129302; AI portfolio website builder:<\/strong> No<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<strong>Pixpa is a dedicated portfolio website builder that I recommend for photographers,<\/strong> thanks to its sleek and mobile-responsive templates, high-resolution image support, and ecommerce tools to help you sell your work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132340&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Key Pixpa Portfolio Features<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/photography\/\">Photography websites<\/a> will benefit from Pixpa&rsquo;s portfolio features, which include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Watermarking <\/strong>&ndash; You can protect your original photos by adding watermarks via your website settings. This tool can help you safeguard your work while still providing website visitors with a clear view of your recent projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Progressive image loading <\/strong>&ndash; Pixpa uses progressive image loading, a loading technique that gradually loads an image on a page, to load content-heavy portfolios more swiftly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sell images<\/strong> &ndash; On all Pixpa plans, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/building-online-stores\/\">build an online store<\/a> and sell your images as prints or downloads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132348&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>What&rsquo;s It Like To Set Up With Pixpa?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Pixpa&rsquo;s website structure is fixed to the template you choose<\/strong> and only supports replacing images, adding sections, or customizing colors, spacing, and fonts. Pixpa&rsquo;s customization is very limited, especially compared to the full creative control offered by Wix and Squarespace&rsquo;s drag-and-drop editors.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&rdquo;132344&Prime; img_size=&rdquo;full&rdquo; add_caption=&rdquo;yes&rdquo; alignment=&rdquo;center&rdquo; css=&rdquo;&rdquo;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Which Pixpa Plan Is Best for Portfolios?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Creator plan: $15 per month (billed annually)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This plan unlocks the ability to add unlimited pages and images to your portfolio. You can also add watermarks to your images and sell up to 10 products in total.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Should Use Pixpa?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Photographers who want to create a professional online portfolio<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Creatives who need to sell their images online<\/strong> <strong>in multiple formats<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&rdquo;1\/2&Prime;][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<\/p>\n<h3>Who Shouldn&rsquo;t Use Pixpa?<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Busy businesses wanting a streamlined setup<\/b>, since Pixpa&rsquo;s lack of AI builder and native booking tools requires manual, hands-on configuration than competitors<\/li>\n<li><strong>Businesses wanting to elevate their portfolio with additional features,<\/strong> such as email marketing or scheduling tools, should use Wix instead<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n How We Tested the Best Portfolio Website Builders <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]To determine the best portfolio website builders,<strong> we&rsquo;ve conducted over 300 hours of in-house <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/how-we-conduct-our-website-builder-research\/\">website builder research<\/a>. <\/strong>From these findings, we identified<strong> six key criteria<\/strong> that reflected what users (like you!) are looking for in a portfolio builder. They were also weighted based on their importance:\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Design features <\/strong>35% &ndash; The quality of portfolio templates and customization options<\/li>\n<li><strong>Website functionality <\/strong>20% &ndash; The features you can add to your portfolio, like bookings or online stores<\/li>\n<li><strong>User experience <\/strong>20% &ndash; How easy the builder is to set up with<\/li>\n<li><strong>Help and support <\/strong>10% &ndash; How easy it is to find help through support lines or resources<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pricing <\/strong>10% &ndash; If the portfolio builder is good value for money<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reputation <\/strong>5% &ndash; The builder&rsquo;s reputation among existing users online<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Alongside this in-house research, <strong>I also tested each website builder myself by creating my own portfolios with them.<\/strong> I&rsquo;ve featured my firsthand experiences throughout this article to help you make a more informed choice.[\/vc_column_text]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n How Do I Choose the Right Portfolio Builder for My Needs? <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]A good portfolio website builder should have adequate loading times, storage space, display and customization options, and SEO and marketing tools to help you get found.\n<p>This can be broken down into <strong>three essential goals that every portfolio should accomplish:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Showcasing<\/strong> &ndash; Whether you&rsquo;re showcasing images, videos, or&nbsp;project case studies, your portfolio should present your work in an engaging and professional manner. For this requirement, look for a platform with plenty of storage, fast content load times, and different gallery options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storytelling <\/strong>&ndash; Can you tell a convincing story through your portfolio&rsquo;s presentation? Whether you want to show your achievements or your creative evolution as an artist, seek out an easy-to-use editor and versatile design options. This will allow you to present yourself in the best way possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Searchability<\/strong> &ndash; Can potential clients find your portfolio online? With integrated marketing tools, like social media sharing and email marketing, your portfolio could be found by the right person at the right time, perhaps leading to opportunities you never saw coming.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n Which Portfolio Website Builder Should You Choose? <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n [vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]<strong>Squarespace is the best portfolio website builder overall,<\/strong> due to its high-quality templates, versatile customization options, and intuitive editor, you can create a striking portfolio that presents your body of work in the best light possible.\n<p>That said, the other portfolio builders I&rsquo;ve covered might be a more suitable fit depending on your needs &ndash; so let&rsquo;s recap:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wix is best for business portfolios. <\/strong>Its extensive features make it easy to add additional functionality to your website, be it bookings or an online store, based on your business needs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pixpa&rsquo;s sleek templates are ideal for photography portfolios. <\/strong>There&rsquo;s also an integrated selling feature so browsers can purchase image prints and downloads directly from your portfolio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/p><\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]\n<section class=\"taco-content-section \" id=\"section-0\">\n <header class=\"taco-section-header no-number\">\n\n <div class=\"taco-section-heading\">\n <h2 class=\"taco-section-title primary\">\n \n FAQs <\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/header>\n\n \n\n <meta data-fa-load=\"fas fa-plus\">\n<meta data-fa-load=\"fas fa-minus\">\n<div class=\"wbe-accordion\" id=\"acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs\" data-eventcategory=\"content-element\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" data-eventaction=\"accordion-faq\">\n \n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-0\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\n <meta itemprop=\"answerCount\" content=\"1\">\n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-0\">\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4 itemprop=\"name text\">\n Pixpa vs Squarespace: Which is better for a photography portfolio? <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n <div itemprop=\"suggestedAnswer acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n \n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-0\">\n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-0\" itemprop=\"text\">\n Pixpa is our recommended choice if you&rsquo;re looking to build a photography portfolio. While Squarespace has great design options and a user-friendly editor, Pixpa&rsquo;s dedicated photography tools, such as client proofing and watermarking, make it a great option for photographers wanting to showcase their work online. <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-1\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\n <meta itemprop=\"answerCount\" content=\"1\">\n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-1\">\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4 itemprop=\"name text\">\n Wix vs Squarespace: Which portfolio builder is better for ease of use vs design control? <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n <div itemprop=\"suggestedAnswer acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n \n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-1\">\n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-1\" itemprop=\"text\">\n Squarespace&rsquo;s editor and interface are easier to use, plus the high-quality design options are ideal for creative portfolios. Squarespace provides a structured grid system, so you can easily snap elements and sections into place to ensure your portfolio looks professional and clean.\n<p>While Wix&rsquo;s drag-and-drop editor gives you total creative control over how your portfolio looks, this can be overwhelming to navigate, especially if you&rsquo;re a beginner to building websites. <\/p><\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-2\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\n <meta itemprop=\"answerCount\" content=\"1\">\n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-2\">\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4 itemprop=\"name text\">\n Will high-resolution images slow down my portfolio&rsquo;s loading speed? <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n <div itemprop=\"suggestedAnswer acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n \n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-2\">\n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-2\" itemprop=\"text\">\n If you haven&rsquo;t optimized your images, you&rsquo;re at risk of slowing down your portfolio&rsquo;s loading speed. This can be especially critical on design-heavy sites, such as art or photography portfolios. Squarespace will automatically compress your images, without losing quality, but it still performed slowly in our speed tests. Pixpa, on the other hand, uses progressive image loading &ndash; this is useful for sites with high-resolution images, since it keeps your site running smoothly. <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-3\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\n <meta itemprop=\"answerCount\" content=\"1\">\n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-3\">\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4 itemprop=\"name text\">\n What is the best portfolio builder for fine artists and illustrators? <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n <div itemprop=\"suggestedAnswer acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n \n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-3\">\n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-3\" itemprop=\"text\">\n Squarespace is the best portfolio website builder for fine artists and illustrators, thanks to its template options, creative designs, and ability to sell digital downloads. With Squarespace, there are 33 dedicated &ldquo;Art &amp; Design&rdquo; templates to choose from, or you can design your own template with the Blueprint AI Builder. <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-section\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-4\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n\n <meta itemprop=\"answerCount\" content=\"1\">\n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-sect-4\">\n \n\n <button class=\"accordion-title accordion-collapse-control\">\n <h4 itemprop=\"name text\">\n Can I migrate my portfolio later if I change builders? <\/h4>\n <\/button>\n\n\n <div itemprop=\"suggestedAnswer acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n \n <meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.websitebuilderexpert.com\/website-builders\/portfolio\/#acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-4\">\n \n <div class=\"accordion-content\" id=\"acc-acc_best_portfolio_wbs_faqs-cont-4\" itemprop=\"text\">\n While you can move the content of your portfolio to another platform, you&rsquo;ll be required to switch to your new provider&rsquo;s supported templates, meaning it&rsquo;s hard to make an exact replica. Squarespace has migration tools in its dashboard to streamline content transfers, whereas Wix and Pixpa require users to manually upload portfolio content to the platform by scratch. <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n <footer>\n <\/footer>\n<\/section>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;&rdquo;]Squarespace is the best portfolio builder for visual artists who require professional, high-end templates that prioritize imagery, while Wix is ideal for business-focused portfolios. 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