Showit Templates vs. Custom Design: Which Showit Website Option is Right for You?

Hurst Photo Showit website using semi-custom Bailey Showit template

If you’re here, chances are your DIY website got you this far — and you’re proud of that (as you should be). But you’re also starting to feel… stuck. You’ve grown, your work has grown, and your website? It’s still wearing 2019 energy.

You’re craving something more aligned, more elevated — something that actually reflects the level of quality you deliver. And now you’re wondering: is it time to upgrade with a Showit template, or should you invest in a fully custom site?

Let’s break it down in a way that speaks to where you are now — and where you want to go.

The Truth About Showit Templates

Let’s set the record straight: Showit templates aren’t a shortcut — they’re a launchpad. Especially when they’re done right.

(I should know — I’ve sold over 1,500 of them.)

The beauty of Showit website templates is in the blend of flexibility, strategy, and speed. They’re beautiful and built for creative brands that are ready to level up — without burning out or blowing the budget.

A Showit template might be for you if:

  • You’re ready to ditch DIY, but still need to be mindful of budget and timeline
  • You want something that looks and feels elevated — fast
  • You’ve got a strong brand vibe already and just need structure + strategy
  • You’re tired of cringing when someone asks for your website link

What’s included with every Showit template purchase:

✅ A strategically built website template (built to convert viewers into clients!)
✅ A full library of videos and help tutorials
✅ Our complete launch kit – full of tips and tricks to help you get your website up and running FAST!

This isn’t just a facelift, it’s a transformation into a site that finally matches the caliber of your work — with a foundation built to get noticed in search.

The Magic of Custom Showit Website Design

Now… what happens when you’re ready to go all in?

A custom or semi-custom Showit design isn’t just a visual glow-up. It’s a full brand expansion — built from the ground up with your goals, your dream clients, and your growth in mind.

This is where we translate everything you’ve built (and everything you’re building toward) into a one-of-a-kind online home — one that positions you as the high-end creative you are.

Custom might be your next right step if:

  • Your current brand doesn’t just feel off — it feels like it’s holding you back
  • You’ve hit a plateau and know it’s time for a bold move
  • You’re ready for a guided process to clarify your voice, visuals, and value
  • You want a site that does more than look good — you want one that books for you

And yes — custom Showit websites are also built with SEO in mind. From site structure to on-page optimization, we create with visibility baked in.

But What If You’re Still Not Sure?

Totally get it. This is a big decision. And it’s not just about money — it’s about feeling ready.

Let’s name the things that come up:

  • “What if I invest and it doesn’t pay off?”
  • “Is my business even big enough for something custom?”
  • “What if I’m not ready yet?”

Here’s the thing, friend: It’s not about perfection. It’s about alignment.

If your website doesn’t reflect the quality of your work, it’s costing you — in confidence, in dream clients, and in booked-out potential. And sometimes the real ROI isn’t just in dollars… it’s in how you show up when you finally feel seen by your own brand.

One of my favorite testimonials?

“Your work changed my business… which changed my life.”

That’s the kind of shift that happens when your website finally catches up with the version of you that’s already growing.

So… Showit Template or Custom Design?

Here’s the truth: There’s no wrong answer. Only the one that’s right for this version of you.

– If you’re ready to launch fast with a strategic, high-end design that feels like a breath of fresh air — Showit templates are your move.
– If you’re ready to step fully into the next level of your brand — with a one-of-a-kind, deeply aligned site — go custom (or semi-custom).

Either way, you’re not behind. You’re exactly where you need to be.

Let’s Chat About What’s Next

Still torn between a Showit website template and custom design? I’ve got you.
Send me a DM or book a free discovery call — no pressure, just honest support.

We’ll talk through your goals, timeline, and budget — and you’ll walk away with clarity (and maybe even a little spark of excitement again).

Let’s build the brand that meets you where you’re going. And gets you found by the people who need you most.

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