Squarespace AI vs Microsoft Designer

Personal $16/month. Business $23/month. Commerce Basic $28/month. Commerce Advanced $52/month.

Free with a Microsoft account using DALL-E 3 image generation. Premium features included with Microsoft 365 subscriptions.

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• ✓Millions of websites validate Squarespace as a leading website builder platform
• ✓Blueprint AI generates complete website design recommendations from business description
• ✓Fluid Engine drag-and-drop provides precise layout control without code
• ✓E-commerce and email marketing built in — comprehensive platform for business websites

• ✓Free with Microsoft account including DALL-E 3 image generation
• ✓Good Microsoft 365 integration for existing users
• ✓Simple interface accessible to non-designers
• ✓Regularly updated with new templates and features

• ✕Personal plan at $16/month lacks e-commerce — Business plan required adds cost
• ✕Competing with Wix (rank 831), Webflow (covered), and WordPress (covered) for website builder market
• ✕Less design flexibility than Webflow for complex custom layouts requiring code-level control

• ✕Smaller template library than Canva
• ✕Less feature depth than Canva Pro for regular design work
• ✕Advanced customisation limited compared to professional tools