One of the most common questions we get is: 'How much does a website cost?' The honest answer is — it depends. But let's break it down properly so you know exactly what you're paying for.
The Three Main Cost Categories
1. The Website Itself (One-Time Design & Development Cost)
This is what you pay the developer to build the website. Prices vary enormously:
- Freelancer on Fiverr: ₹2,000–₹8,000 (usually poor quality, no support)
- Local web agency: ₹20,000–₹1,00,000+ (often overpriced for basic work)
- Specialist studio (like VwebStudio): ₹8,999–₹59,999 depending on complexity
2. Domain Name (Annual)
Your domain (e.g., yourshop.in or yourschool.com) costs ₹600–₹1,500 per year depending on the extension (.in is cheaper than .com).
3. Hosting (Annual)
This is where your website files live. At VwebStudio, we use Vercel and Firebase free tiers — so your first 3 months of hosting are completely free. After 3 months: ₹599–₹2,999/mo.
What VwebStudio Charges and Why
Our pricing is transparent: - Schools: ₹8,999–₹45,999 - Clinics: ₹12,999–₹59,999 - Shops/Retail: ₹9,999–₹59,999 - Gyms & Fitness: ₹7,999–₹49,999 - Restaurants: ₹7,999–₹49,999 - Beauty Parlours: ₹4,999–₹29,999 - Builders & Contractors: ₹14,999–₹59,999
This is a one-time cost. You own the website forever.
What Affects the Price?
1. Number of pages — A 5-page showcase site costs less than a 20-page platform with booking and payments 2. Features — Online booking, payment integration, and admin dashboards increase cost 3. Content — Providing your own content (text, images) reduces our time and cost 4. Timeline — Rush projects may cost more
Hidden Costs to Watch Out For
- Some agencies charge monthly 'maintenance fees' for changes that should be free
- Domain and hosting renewals — always ask what Year 2 costs look like
- Template-based sites that look the same as 1,000 other websites
Our Recommendation
For most small businesses, a Professional/Standard plan gives the best value — enough features to grow your business without overpaying for things you don't need. See our full pricing at vwebstudio.in/brochure.