PBI comparison guide

The website builder for local businesses that helps you actually launch.

PBI is not trying to be the biggest blank canvas on the internet. It brings the builder, Goose, domains, payments, templates, SEO and support routes into one calmer launch path for real small businesses.

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Product cohesion

One confident product, not separate tools stitched together.

BuilderStart from a useful template, then edit the real business details.
GooseAsk practical PBI questions while you are inside the page or admin area.
DomainsCheck, choose and plan the domain route before publishing.
SEOImprove titles, descriptions, page structure and local search pages.
SupportStay self-serve, request Assisted Setup, or move into a custom build.

What is different

PBI is built around launch, not just design.

Need Large generic builders PBI approach
Starting pointLots of blank or generic templatesReal examples for cafes, trades, salons, shops, consultants and holiday lets
SupportOften self-serve firstBuilder plus Goose, enquiry routes, Assisted Setup, custom builds and SEO Care
SEOTools are available, but you may need to know what to doDedicated SEO pages, practical wording guidance and optional monthly SEO Care
DomainsUsually another settings area to understandDomain checker and publishing guidance kept close to the builder
RetailCan be powerful but bigger than a small range needsSmall retail starter, Stripe checkout support and order tracking for suitable businesses
BrandingOften separate from the website flowLogo creation and mini brand kit routes available from the PBI journey

Choose how much help you want

Three ways to launch with PBI.

Self-serve

Use a template and Goose

Best when you want to move quickly and are happy editing your own wording, images and pages.

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Assisted Setup

Get help polishing the site

Useful when the site is close, but the wording, images, page flow or launch checks need a practiced eye.

Request setup help

Custom Build

Have PBI build it properly

For businesses that want a more tailored structure, content direction, launch support and a scoped build.

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Best fit

Who PBI is best for

PBI is best for small businesses that want a polished, practical website without being dropped into a huge platform alone.

  • New businesses that need a clean first website.
  • Local services that need enquiries and trust.
  • Small shops that want a simple product-led site.
  • Businesses that want AI help and human support available.

May need more

Who may need a larger platform?

If you need complex ecommerce, advanced app development, large integrations, multi-language product catalogues or enterprise workflows, a larger specialist platform may be the better fit.

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