Your wedding website is the central hub for your big day. It's the one place guests can find all the key details, from event times to travel info, and it's where they'll RSVP and find your registry. But with so many options, how do you choose the right one? We've looked at the top wedding websites to help you compare the best platforms and find the perfect fit for your planning style.

Our Top Picks: The Best Wedding Websites at a Glance

Here are our top choices:

• Zola: All-in-one planning
• WithJoy: Sleek & simple
• The Knot: The classic
• Minted: Stationery-first
• Squarespace: Premium customization
• Wix: Free website builder

Wedding Website Feature Comparison

This table breaks down the key features of the top platforms.

Feature	Zola	The Knot	WithJoy	Minted	Squarespace	Wix
Base Price	Free	Free	Free	Free	Paid Subscription starting at $16/mo.	Free (with ads)
Custom Domain	Yes ($14.95/yr)	Yes ($19.99/yr)	Yes ($19.99/yr)	Yes ($15/yr)	Yes (with plan)	Yes (staring at $13.35/yr)
# of Templates	300+	100+	100+	1,000+	10+ Wedding-specific templates	20+ (Wedding-specific templates)
Native Registry?	Yes	Yes	Yes	No (Links out)	No (Links out)	No (Links out)
Wedding Planning App?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes (Guest Mgt.)	No	No
Matching Stationery?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes (Primary Feature)	No	No

What Makes a Great Wedding Website? (Key Features to Compare)

When you're comparing platforms, it's helpful to know what features matter most. Here’s what to look for.

1. Registry integration (all-in-one vs. 3rd-party links)

The best experience for guests is an all-in-one registry built directly into the website. This lets them shop for gifts, contribute to cash funds, and get all the details without clicking away to another site. Some platforms only allow you to link out to external registries, which can be a bit clunky for guests.

2. Guest management & RSVP tools

A great website builder saves you time. Look for platforms with built-in guest list management that lets you ask for meal preferences and track responses in one place.

"Having a wedding website is a great way to share as much information as you can in one place to avoid all the texts/calls from your family asking the same question over and over again!", Melissa Trentadue, Zola’s Couple Advisor.

3. Design, customization & mobile experience

You want a website that feels like you and matches your wedding style. The best platforms offer hundreds of beautiful, modern templates that are easy to customize (no coding needed!) and look great on a smartphone.

4. Cost: Free vs. premium

Many of the best wedding websites are completely free. The "catch" is usually an optional, paid upgrade for a custom domain name. Other platforms, like Squarespace, are paid subscription services from the start.

5. All-in-one planning tools (website vs. ecosystem)

Some builders are just a website. Others are part of a full planning ecosystem. An all-in-one platform connects your site to your personalized wedding checklist, guest list manager, and registry, keeping all your planning in one place.

The Best Wedding Websites Compared

Most couples find themselves choosing between these main players. Here’s how they stack up.

Zola: The all-in-one planning

Overview: Zola is our top pick because it’s an all-in-one planning solution. Its website works well with its full ecosystem, such as an integrated registry, built-in RSVP, and more. Combined with its full suite of planning tools, like matching stationery, guest list manager, hotel blocks, and more.

Pricing: Free

Key Features:

• Designs: 300+ customizable options
• Registry: All-in-one integrated Zola Registry
• Guest Tools: RSVP, guest list management, and password protection
• Paper: Matching wedding stationery and save the dates
• Domain: Custom domains available (paid)
• Customer Support: Customer Service is available 7 days a week and includes expert advisors for 1:1 assistance to help you build your website or answer any questions.

WithJoy: The sleek & simple choice

Overview: WithJoy is a free platform praised for its simple, modern aesthetic. It offers strong guest management tools, like its "Smart RSVP" system.

Pricing: Free

Key Features:

• Designs: Hundreds of design options
• Registry: All-in-one registry
• Guest Tools: RSVP, guest list management, and password protection
• Paper: Matching stationery
• Domain: Custom domains available (paid)

The Knot: The classic incumbent

Overview: As one of the original names in wedding planning, The Knot offers a free website builder connected to its large ecosystem of planning tools, including a well-known vendor marketplace.

Pricing: Free

Key Features:

• Designs: 100+ design options
• Registry: Can link to any external registry
• Guest Tools: RSVP, guest list management, and password protection
• Paper: Matching stationery
• Domain: Custom domain available (paid)

Minted: For stationery-first couples

Overview: Minted is known for its beautiful, unique designs from independent artists. Its free websites are a great choice for stationery-first couples, as using one gives you a $50 credit toward matching paper goods.

Pricing: Free

Key Features:

• Designs: Hundreds of customizable designs from independent artists
• Registry: Links to external gift and cash registries
• Guest Tools: Guest list management and RSVP collection for multiple events
• Paper: Matching wedding stationery (its primary strength)
• Domain: Custom domain available (paid)

Pros: Get a $50 credit for matching stationery.

Cons: The registry is not integrated (it links out), and its wedding planning app is limited to guest list management.

Squarespace: For total creative control

Overview: If you want total creative control and are comfortable with a more technical, drag-and-drop builder, Squarespace is a powerful option. It’s a general, paid website builder, so it won't have wedding-specific tools like an integrated registry or guest list manager.

Pricing: Starting at $16/mo. 

Key Features:

• Designs: Limited wedding website templates but offers customization
• Registry: None (must link out)
• Guest Tools: None (RSVP would require a third-party form)

Pros: 100% creative control over the design.

Cons: Requires more time and technical skill, and lacks built-in wedding planning features.

Wix: For total creative control

Overview: Wix is another general website builder that offers a free version. It allows for deep customization if you have the time to build from scratch. It is also a general website builder, so won’t have the wedding-specific tools like an integrated registry or guest list manager.

Pricing: Wix base price is free with ads. Option to upgrade plan. 

Key Features:

• Designs: Limited wedding website templates but offers customization
• Registry: None (must link out)
• Guest Tools: None (RSVP would require a third-party form)

Pros: 100% creative control over the design.

Cons: Requires more time and technical skill, and lacks built-in wedding planning features.

How to Create Your Zola Wedding Website

Creating your Zola website is simple and takes just a few minutes.

Step 1: Choose your design (over 300+ templates)

Start by picking a design that matches your style. With over 600 options, you can find the perfect look. You can even change your design at any time.

**Step 2: Set up your all-in-one **registry

Add gifts, experiences, and cash funds all in one place. Your Zola Registry will be beautifully integrated into your website, making it easy for guests to shop.

**Step 3: Manage your **guests & RSVPs

Add your guest list to easily collect addresses and track RSVPs online. You can even ask guests for meal preferences and plus-ones.

Step 4: Add your details & go live!

Fill in your event schedule, travel info, and fun extras like your love story and photos. You can password-protect your site for privacy and even add a custom domain.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wedding Websites

Still have a few questions? Here are the most common questions couples ask.

When should you create a wedding website?

It's best to create your website before you send out your save-the-dates (typically 8-12 months before the wedding). This way, you can print the website URL on your save-the-dates so guests have a place to find info from day one.

What is a wedding website used for?

A wedding website is a central hub for all your wedding details. It's used to share the schedule, venue locations, travel and hotel info, and dress code. It's also the easiest way to host your wedding registry.

Are wedding websites worth the investment?

Yes! And in most cases, they aren't even an investment—the popular ones, like Zola, are completely free. They save you time by answering guest questions in one place and make managing your guest list much easier.

What's the difference between Zola, The Knot, and WithJoy?

All three offer free websites, but their strengths differ. Zola is known for its all-in-one platform with a seamlessly integrated registry, dynamic guest management, and a wedding planning app. WithJoy is known for its simple, modern designs. The Knot is a traditional planning hub with a very large vendor marketplace.

How do Zola and WithJoy differ in their registry features?

Zola's main feature is its powerful, integrated Zola Registry, which works seamlessly with zero-fee cash funds and gifts from other stores. WithJoy also has an all-in-one registry, but its main callout is its zero-fee cash fund option.

Which wedding website builder offers the most design flexibility?

For dedicated wedding builders, Zola offers over 300+ customizable options, while Minted also offers many (1,000+) designs. For total (and more technical) customization, a paid builder like Squarespace or Wix offers the most flexibility, but lacks built-in wedding tools.