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Advantages:

- Simplicity
  Probably the main feature of the platform. It is easy to use and doesn’t require special technical background or skills. Anyone can start creating a web page with WYSIWYG editors.

- Oriented on an appealing design
  The additional focus on the way the page looks is gained through having no need to pay attention to the way the HTML code looks.

- Specification Benefits
  Some steps are easier due to the special functions of WYSIWYG. For example, creating a table is faster due to having layouts of the table instead of typing out necessary tags manually.
- Accuracy
  In most text editors you have to perform tag validation and use specific tools while with WYSIWYG a possible mistake will be in design only.

Disadvantages:

- HTML editors often create an excessive code that makes the web page bulky in size. This leads to a slower download of the page which is uncomfortable and tiring for users.

- The importance of image ALT attribute is not explicitly pointed out by WYSIWYG editors as well as the heading tags of a web page. If these aspects are missed, it will complicate the website’s recognition by search engines.

- Some editors allow using “browser specific HTML tags” that are suitable for specific browsers and ignored by the rest. However, such tags are also usually not compliant with the HTML standards set by the W3C (World Wide Web Consortium).

- HTML tables to layout a page are an old technique that is displaced by Cascading Style Sheets.

- WYSIWYG editors are weak in optimizing the website for search engines which is vital for a successful project. No matter how excellent your web page is, if it is hard for users to locate it.
- Knowledge of HTML code versus knowledge of WYSIWYG editors is a lot more demanded on the market because it’s more flexible and profound which allows successful accomplishment of a wider range of tasks for even less time.

Ease of Use:

Feature Set and Flexibility:

- Jimdo.
  Jimdo is meant for creating business websites, portfolios, blogs and simple webstores. It has its own blogging engine, eCommerce system and a collection of third-party widgets that you can add to your site using the Widget/HTML element. These include MailChimp, Linkedin, Yelp, Fotomoto, Disqus and Google calendar among others.
  Jimdo lets users build new and manage existing websites using an iOS or Android app. Using mobile apps you can edit your website like almost with your desktop device. But this feature is more suitable for adding new posts or downloading imagesб for mo complicated manipulations mobile editor is inconvenient.

- WordPress.
  WordPress is super customizable. Users have the ability to create a website to their exact specifications using a number of plugins – tiny pieces of software that you plug into your website to extend the site’s functionality. Tech-savvy users can create their own apps and plugins, meaning that they can scale and improve their website as their business grows, be it a blog, news site or jewelry store.
- Jimdo vs WordPress.
  Each platform does exactly what you expect from it: Jimdo helps non-techies create simple sites simply by dragging and dropping elements on the page, while WordPress, being an open source system, allows for greater customization.

Designs:

- Jimdo.
  Jimdo has a decent collection of responsive templates. These can be customized either in the WYSIWYG mode or through the advanced HTML/CSS editor. You can change templates without losing any of your content.

- WordPress.
  There are thousands of WordPress themes out there, both free and paid. Some support drag-and-drop editing, others can be customized only through the code. WordPress themes are also switchable.
- Jimdo vs WordPress.
  Jimdo templates require no installation – you can switch your current theme with a few clicks. WordPress offers a greater choice, but changing the theme will require a greater amount of time and experience.

Customer Support:

Jimdo.
There’s a FAQ section and extensive knowledge base that answers many common questions you may have. If you need immediate assistance, you can chat with one of the Jimdo experts online or send an email.
WordPress.
WordPress has a huge community. You’ll find many quality blogs, YouTube channels, and forums dedicated to WordPress. There’s also much information on the official website. However, there’s no official support staff.
WordPress vs Jimdo.
Jimdo is greater than WordPress here, as it has fewer customers so it can serve them via live chat and email, while WordPress has no email or phone number to call for help. Luckily, there’s a massive community of WordPress users who share their experience for free.

Pricing Policy:

Jimdo.
You can keep your Jimdo site free as long as you need, but by upgrading to one of the paid subscriptions you can connect a custom domain, access advanced eCommerce features and get rid of the advert.
WordPress.
The CMS is free. You’ll only have to pay your monthly hosting fee. Depending on the provider, this will make around $5-$12/month. Additionally, you may need to pay for a premium theme or plugin.
Jimdo vs WordPress.
While WordPress looks cheaper in a short-term-period, Jimdo offers better pricing options in long terms. If you need a website that works correctly 24 hours and 7 days a weeks, Jimdo is more preferable, as it’s users’ websites and servers are under all-day control of technical support.