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Framer

Free / Mini $60/year / Pro $180/year / Business $360/year
4.5/5

Design-first website builder with AI. Build + deploy stunning sites in minutes.

Why founders use Framer

Visual design canvas
AI-powered site generation
Real-time collaboration
CMS (basic)
E-commerce ready
Analytics built-in
Responsive design tools

The Good

AI design generation (text-to-site)
Figma-like interface (fast learning curve)
Real-time team collaboration
Lightning-fast hosting
Cheaper than Webflow at entry level
One-click publishing

The Bad

Limited CMS compared to Webflow
Not ideal for content-heavy sites
SEO controls less granular
Smaller ecosystem than Webflow

The Verdict

Framer is the no-code builder for indie hackers who care about speed and design. Unlike Webflow's complexity (steep learning curve, $168/year minimum), Framer uses a Figma-like canvas, AI design generation, and ships at lightning speed. Build portfolios, landing pages, and light apps without touching code. Real-time collaboration means your designer can work alongside your marketer. For indie creators building visual-first projects, Framer's $60/year starts cheaper than Webflow and deploys with one click. The built-in AI lets you generate entire designs from text—perfect for rapid validation.

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