Short answer: a website can cost anywhere from nothing to well over ten thousand euros — depending on how you get it. That huge range makes the question hard to answer directly, so let's break down what you actually pay for and what's reasonable for a small business in 2026.
The most important insight first: the price of a website is less about the build itself and more about what's included afterwards — hosting, updates, security and actually being found on Google.
The three most common ways to get a website
A web agency builds a custom site for you. That gives full freedom but costs accordingly — often €2,000 to €6,000 for the build, plus ongoing fees for changes and maintenance. For a small business it rarely pays off until the site brings in serious revenue.
With a classic site builder (like WordPress or Wix) you do the work yourself. The tool is cheap, €15–40 a month, but your time isn't — and the result is exactly as good as the time you put in. Many such sites end up half-finished and forgotten.
An AI platform like Timvat builds the site for you in minutes and handles hosting, security and updates continuously. You get agency quality at a low, flat monthly cost — without needing any tech skills or spending your weekends on it.
What affects the price?
Three things drive the cost most: how much is built to order, how many pages and features you need (booking, payments, multiple languages) and who maintains the site after launch. A simple presentation site is cheap; one with a booking system and a shop costs more whatever the method.
Don't forget the recurring cost. A site isn't finished when it launches — it needs hosting, an SSL certificate, security updates and small changes over time. This is where 'cheap' solutions often turn expensive.
Hidden costs to count on
Domain and email, hosting, SSL, updates, and not least SEO — actually getting found. With an agency several of these are separate line items; with a DIY solution they land on you. Always calculate the total cost per year, not just the starting price.
What does a website cost with Timvat?
With Timvat the price is a flat monthly fee from €26 with everything included: the AI builds the site, and you get hosting, SSL, support, your own domain and local SEO pages. No setup fee and no lock-in — and you try it free for 14 days before you decide.
How to choose right
Need something completely unique and have the budget — hire an agency. Have plenty of time and enjoy tinkering — build it yourself. Want a professional site that gets found locally, without it taking time or costing a fortune — an AI platform is usually the best value in 2026.