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Pagesmith vs WordPress Modern Architecture

The Modern AI Alternative to WordPress

Forward-thinking teams are migrating from monolithic CMS structures to AI-driven static architecture. Experience superior security, zero maintenance, and instant performance.

The Maintenance Trap

What starts as a simple install becomes an endless cycle of updates, patches, and performance fixes.

Security Treadmill

WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates arrive weekly. Skip one, and you're vulnerable. Keep up, and you risk breaking your site with every update.

Performance Decay

Every plugin adds JavaScript. Every feature adds database queries. Sites that launched fast become slow within months as databases bloat.

Database Overhead

WordPress requires MySQL for everything. Even a static 'About Us' page requires a database connection, adding latency and a point of failure.

The real cost of "free"

WordPress software is free to download, but running a professional site is expensive. Hosting, premium plugins, and security tools add up fast.

Managed Hosting
(WP Engine / Kinsta)
$35/mo
Security Plugin
(Wordfence Premium)
$99/yr
Backup Solution
(BlogVault / Updraft)
$50/yr
SEO Plugin
(Yoast Premium)
$99/yr
Total Annual Cost ~$670 / year

Plus your time spent updating plugins.

The Pagesmith Way

Pagesmith Pricing

Pagesmith Pro $19/mo

Includes AI builder, CMS, and updates. (Or start free)

Global Edge Hosting Included

Fast, secure servers managed for you.

Security & Backups Included

Zero-config security by default.

Total Annual Cost $228 / year

One clear price. No hidden fees.

Architecture Comparison

Feature WordPress Pagesmith
Architecture
WordPress relies on a database for every view. Pagesmith serves static HTML from the edge.
Monolithic (PHP + MySQL) Modern (Astro + React)
Security Updates
Static files can't be hacked. There is no login page to brute-force.
Weekly Manual Updates None Needed
Database
Only use a database when you actually need one, not for static content.
Required (MySQL) Optional (SQLite)
Performance
Adding content doesn't slow down a static site.
Degrades with plugins Constant 100/100
Ownership
Your content is stored in clean Markdown or MDX files, not hidden in a database table.
Database Locked Files You Own

Import your existing WordPress site

Don't start from scratch. Paste your URL and Pagesmith will analyze your content, design, and structure to generate a modern static replacement in minutes.

Import My Site

Frequently Asked Questions

Why switch from WordPress to Pagesmith?
Pagesmith eliminates the maintenance burden of WordPress. No plugins to update, no database to manage, and no security vulnerabilities to patch. You get a faster, more secure site that costs less to run.
Is Pagesmith compatible with my WordPress plugins?
No, Pagesmith uses a modern static architecture that doesn't rely on plugins. Instead of installing heavy plugins for SEO, forms, or speed, these features are built into Pagesmith's core or handled via modern web standards.
Can I import my WordPress content?
Yes. Pagesmith can analyze your existing WordPress site and recreate your content and design in a modern static format, preserving your SEO rankings while upgrading your infrastructure.
Which is cheaper: WordPress or Pagesmith?
While WordPress software is free, running a professional site is expensive due to hosting, premium plugins, and maintenance time. Pagesmith offers a transparent model with a generous free tier and a $19/mo Pro plan that includes everything you need.