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Flywheel

8.5
Very Good

From $15/mo • Best for: Designers and small agencies

update Last updated: Jan 18, 2026

description Overview

Flywheel is a managed WordPress hosting platform designed specifically for creative agencies, freelancers, and designers. It streamlines the workflow of building, managing, and handing off client sites with features like collaboration tools, staging environments, and a sleek, user-friendly dashboard. Performance is optimized through a custom caching system, a global CDN, and partnerships with Google Cloud Platform. Security is handled automatically with managed updates, malware cleanup, and free SSL.

Its unique 'Blueprints' feature allows for rapid site cloning, and its billing transfer tools make client handoffs seamless. While premium-priced, it delivers a tailored experience that removes technical headaches, allowing creatives to focus on design and client relationships.

balance Pros & Cons

thumb_up Pros
  • check Beautiful, intuitive dashboard
  • check Excellent Local development app
  • check Easy client collaboration tools
  • check Free SSL and CDN
thumb_down Cons
  • close Limited to WordPress only
  • close No email hosting
  • close Owned by WP Engine (less independent)

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