How Much Does a Framer Website Cost in 2026?

A Framer website costs between $0 and $15,000+ depending on whether you build it yourself, hire a freelancer, or work with an agency. DIY costs are limited to Framer’s hosting plans ($0-$30/month). Freelancer projects typically run $2,000-$8,000, and agency projects range from $3,000-$15,000+ based on scope, pages, and complexity.

Framer has become one of the most popular website platforms for startups, SaaS companies, and design-forward businesses. But how much should you actually expect to pay for a Framer website? The answer depends on your approach, your requirements, and who builds it.

This guide breaks down every cost category — from Framer’s own pricing plans to freelancer rates to full agency builds — so you can budget accurately and choose the right path for your business.

Framer Platform Costs (DIY)

Before you pay anyone to design or build your site, there is the cost of Framer itself. Framer offers a free plan and several paid tiers.

Framer Pricing Plans (2026)

Plan	Price	Best For	Key Features
Free	$0/month	Learning, prototyping	Framer subdomain, 1,000 visitors/mo, 2 pages
Mini	$5/month	Simple personal sites	Custom domain, 1,000 visitors/mo, 150 CMS items
Basic	$15/month	Small business sites	10,000 visitors/mo, 300 CMS items, analytics
Pro	$30/month	Growing businesses	Unlimited visitors, 1,000 CMS items, advanced features

Most businesses need the Basic ($15/month) or Pro ($30/month) plan. The free and Mini plans are too limited for a real business website.

If you are building the site yourself, your total cost is the monthly Framer plan plus your time. For a skilled designer who knows Framer, a simple landing page might take 10-20 hours. A full marketing site could take 40-100+ hours.

The DIY route makes sense if you have the design skills and time. If not, the hidden cost is your time and the opportunity cost of a site that does not convert as well as a professionally built one.

Freelancer Costs ($2,000 – $8,000)

Hiring a freelance Framer designer or developer is the middle ground between DIY and agency. Freelancer rates for Framer projects vary widely based on experience, location, and project scope.

Typical Freelancer Pricing

Project Type	Price Range	Timeline
Single landing page	$1,000 – $3,000	3-7 days
3-5 page marketing site	$2,500 – $5,000	1-3 weeks
Full website (8-15 pages)	$4,000 – $8,000	2-5 weeks
Complex site with CMS	$5,000 – $10,000	3-6 weeks

Hourly rates for Framer freelancers typically range from $50-$150/hour depending on the market. US and European freelancers charge more ($80-$150/hour), while freelancers in other regions may charge $30-$80/hour.

Freelancer Pros

• More affordable than agencies
• Direct communication with the person doing the work
• Flexible scope and timelines
• Often faster for simple projects

Freelancer Cons

• Quality varies dramatically — hard to vet without a portfolio
• Limited scope — most freelancers are designers or developers, not both
• No team backup if the freelancer gets sick, busy, or drops the project
• SEO, copywriting, and strategy are usually not included
• Project management falls on you

Freelancers work best for straightforward projects where you already have a clear design direction, content ready, and can manage the project yourself. For more complex builds that need strategy, SEO, and conversion optimization, an agency is typically worth the premium.

Agency Costs ($3,000 – $15,000+)

Working with a Framer-focused agency is the most comprehensive option. Agencies bring design, development, strategy, SEO, and project management under one roof.

Agency pricing for Framer websites varies based on the agency’s positioning, location, and the scope of work. Budget agencies start around $2,000-$5,000. Mid-market agencies (like us) range from $3,000-$15,000. Premium agencies charge $15,000-$50,000+ for enterprise-scale projects.

What You Get with an Agency

• Strategy and discovery phase (understanding your business goals)
• Custom design — no templates
• Full development with animations and interactions
• Responsive design across all devices
• SEO setup (meta tags, schema markup, sitemap, Core Web Vitals optimization)
• CMS configuration for content management
• Analytics and tracking integration
• Post-launch support and training
• Project management throughout

Our Pricing at Framer Websites

We believe in transparent pricing. Here are our project tiers and what each includes. You can view full details on our pricing page.

Project-Based Pricing

Tier	Price	Pages	Timeline	Includes
Starter	$3,000	1 page	5-7 days	Custom design, responsive, SEO, animations, analytics, 30-day support
Growth	$5,000	Up to 5 pages	2-3 weeks	Everything in Starter + CMS setup, blog integration, contact forms, 2 revision rounds
Scale	$10,000	Up to 15 pages	3-4 weeks	Everything in Growth + advanced CMS, custom animation system, pSEO pages, full schema, 60-day support
Enterprise	$15,000+	Unlimited	4-6 weeks	Everything in Scale + custom components, API integrations, migration, multi-language, dedicated PM

Every project includes custom design (no templates), mobile-responsive development, SEO optimization, and post-launch support. We do not charge hidden fees for revisions within the included rounds, and we do not upcharge for basic CMS work.

Monthly Retainer Plans (Optional)

After launch, many clients opt for a monthly retainer to keep their site updated, optimized, and performing well.

Plan	Price	Hours/Month	Includes
Starter	$500/month	4 hours	Content updates, performance monitoring, security patches
Growth	$1,000/month	8 hours	New page development, SEO monitoring and optimization, monthly analytics report
Scale	$2,000/month	16 hours	A/B testing, advanced SEO and AEO, quarterly strategy reviews, priority support

Retainers are not required. Many clients launch and manage their site independently using Framer’s editor. Retainers make sense for companies that want ongoing optimization, new page development, or do not have in-house design resources.

Factors That Affect Framer Website Cost

Two businesses asking for a “Framer website” can get wildly different quotes. Here are the factors that move the price up or down.

Number of Pages

The most straightforward cost driver. A single landing page costs less than a 15-page marketing site. Each additional page requires design, development, responsive testing, and content integration.

Design Complexity

A clean, minimal site with standard layouts costs less than a heavily animated, interaction-rich site with custom illustrations. If your brand requires complex visual storytelling, expect to pay more for the design work.

Animations and Interactions

Framer excels at animations, but custom scroll effects, page transitions, parallax elements, and micro-interactions take time to build and test. Simple hover effects and fade-ins are standard. Complex animation sequences add to the budget.

CMS Requirements

A static site with no content management costs less than a site with a blog, case studies, team directory, and job board — all managed through Framer’s CMS. Each CMS collection requires template design, field configuration, and testing.

Integrations

Third-party integrations add complexity. Common integrations include:

• CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce)
• Email marketing (Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
• Analytics (GA4, Mixpanel)
• Booking tools (Cal.com, Calendly)
• Payment processing (Stripe)
• Live chat (Intercom, Drift)

Simple embed-based integrations (like a Calendly widget) add minimal cost. Custom API integrations add more.

Content and Copywriting

Some agencies include copywriting; others expect you to provide copy. If you need website copy written from scratch, budget an additional $1,000-$5,000 depending on the number of pages and the depth of messaging work required.

At Framer Websites, we work with your existing content or can recommend copywriting partners. We include content guidance and messaging feedback in every project, but full-service copywriting is scoped separately.

SEO and Technical Setup

Basic SEO (meta tags, sitemap submission, OG tags) is standard in most professional builds. Advanced SEO — structured data, programmatic SEO pages, content strategy, link building, and ongoing optimization — adds to the cost.

Migration from Another Platform

If you are redesigning and migrating from an existing platform (WordPress, Webflow, Squarespace), the migration work — content transfer, URL mapping, 301 redirects, DNS changes — adds $1,000-$3,000 depending on the complexity of the existing site.

Cost Comparison: Framer vs Other Platforms

How does the total cost of a Framer website compare to alternatives?

Platform	DIY Cost (Year 1)	Freelancer Cost	Agency Cost	Ongoing Cost
Framer	$180-$360	$2,000-$8,000	$3,000-$15,000+	$5-$30/mo hosting
Webflow	$168-$396	$3,000-$10,000	$5,000-$25,000+	$14-$39/mo hosting
WordPress	$300-$1,500	$2,000-$10,000	$5,000-$30,000+	$30-$200/mo (host + plugins + maintenance)
Squarespace	$192-$516	$1,500-$5,000	$3,000-$10,000	$16-$43/mo hosting
Custom (React/Next.js)	N/A	$10,000-$30,000	$20,000-$100,000+	$20-$500/mo (hosting + dev)

Framer offers one of the best value propositions: lower ongoing costs than WordPress (no plugin fees, no security maintenance), better design capabilities than Squarespace, and faster development than custom-coded solutions.

The total cost of ownership is where Framer really wins. A WordPress site that costs $5,000 to build often costs another $2,000-$5,000/year in hosting, plugin licenses, security monitoring, and developer time for maintenance. A Framer site costs $60-$360/year in hosting with zero maintenance burden.

How to Choose the Right Budget for Your Framer Website

Here is a practical framework for deciding how much to invest:

Under $3,000: DIY or Budget Freelancer

Best for: Pre-revenue startups, personal projects, MVPs that need a web presence fast. You will likely use a Framer template as a starting point and customize it yourself or with affordable freelance help. The result will be functional but may not be conversion-optimized or SEO-complete.

$3,000 – $5,000: Professional Landing Page or Starter Site

Best for: Early-stage companies launching a product, running a campaign, or needing a professional single-page or small multi-page site. At this budget, you should expect custom design, responsive development, basic SEO, and post-launch support. This is our Starter tier.

$5,000 – $10,000: Complete Marketing Website

Best for: Growing SaaS companies, healthcare organizations, and professional services firms that need a full marketing site with multiple pages, CMS, blog, and comprehensive SEO. This is where most B2B companies land. You get strategy, custom design, CMS setup, and optimization as part of the package.

$10,000 – $15,000+: Full-Scale or Enterprise Site

Best for: Established companies with complex requirements — many pages, advanced integrations, programmatic SEO, multi-language support, or platform migration. This budget covers advanced CMS architecture, custom animation systems, and ongoing strategic support.

Hidden Costs to Watch For

When budgeting for a Framer website, account for these often-overlooked costs:

• Domain name — $10-$50/year (or more for premium domains)
• Framer hosting plan — $5-$30/month depending on your plan
• Stock photography or custom imagery — $0-$1,000+ depending on needs
• Copywriting — $1,000-$5,000 if not included in the project scope
• Third-party tools — analytics, CRM, email marketing, chat widgets (varies)
• Ongoing updates — either your time or a retainer for regular content and design updates
• SSL certificate — free with Framer (included in hosting, unlike some WordPress setups)

One advantage of Framer: the ongoing cost is predictable and low. There are no surprise security patches, plugin license renewals, or hosting overages.

Is a Framer Website Worth the Investment?

For B2B companies — SaaS, healthcare, non-profit, and professional services — a Framer website is one of the highest-ROI investments you can make. Your website is your most important sales asset. It works 24/7, handles first impressions, qualifies leads, and drives conversions.

A $5,000 Framer website that converts at 3% is worth dramatically more than a $500 template site that converts at 0.5%. The math is simple: if your average deal size is $10,000 and your site generates even one extra qualified lead per month, the site pays for itself in weeks.

The question is not whether you can afford a professional Framer website. The question is whether you can afford not to have one.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Framer website cost for a startup?

Most startups invest $3,000-$10,000 for a professional Framer website. A single landing page starts at $3,000. A complete marketing site with 5-10 pages, CMS, blog, and SEO typically costs $5,000-$10,000. Early-stage startups on a tight budget can start with a landing page and expand as they grow. See our full pricing breakdown.

Is Framer cheaper than hiring a web developer?

Yes, significantly. A custom-coded website (React, Next.js) typically costs $10,000-$50,000+ for design and development. A comparable Framer website costs $3,000-$15,000 — with faster delivery, lower maintenance costs, and the ability for non-technical team members to update content. The ongoing cost difference is even larger: custom sites require developer time for every change, while Framer sites can be edited by anyone.

What is the monthly cost of running a Framer website?

Framer hosting plans range from $5-$30/month. Most business sites use the Basic ($15/month) or Pro ($30/month) plan. Unlike WordPress, there are no additional costs for plugins, security, hosting maintenance, or SSL certificates. Total monthly cost for running a Framer site is typically $15-$30 — compared to $50-$200+ for a comparable WordPress setup.

Can I build a Framer website for free?

You can build and prototype on Framer’s free plan, but it is limited to a Framer subdomain (no custom domain), 2 pages, and 1,000 visitors per month. For a real business website, you need at least the Mini ($5/month) or Basic ($15/month) plan. The design and development work is where the real cost lies — Framer’s platform fees are minimal.

How do Framer agency costs compare to WordPress agencies?

Framer agencies typically charge $3,000-$15,000 for projects that would cost $5,000-$30,000 at a WordPress agency. Framer projects are faster to build (weeks vs months), have lower ongoing costs (no plugin maintenance), and deliver better performance (faster load times). The total cost of ownership over 3 years is usually 40-60% lower with Framer compared to WordPress.