Detailed comparison across 10 dimensions
Square and Squarespace score closely across Staquest's six weighted dimensions, with no decisive overall winner. Square has a free tier; Squarespace does not. Paid plans start at $49/mo for Square and $16/mo for Squarespace.
| Overview |  SquarespaceDesign-focused platform for creating professional online stores. | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | hybrid | hybrid |
| Company | Block, Inc. | Squarespace, Inc. |
| Free Tier | ||
| Has API | ||
| Open Source | ||
| Learning Curve | - | - |
| Integration | - | - |
| Trending | Stable | Stable |
| GitHub Stars | - | - |
| Industries | DevelopmentFinTechEducation & EdTechAI & Machine LearningSaaS & Cloud | MarketingDevelopmentE-CommerceFinTech |
| Categories | payment-processingfraud-detection | storefronte-commerce |
| Website | Visit | Visit |
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Square's paid plans start at $49/mo and Squarespace's start at $16/mo, so Squarespace is the lower entry price. Check the pricing comparison for higher tiers and per-seat costs.
Square offers a free tier; Squarespace does not currently list one.
Squarespace scores higher on pricing value in Staquest's analysis. It is the highest-weighted dimension in this comparison.
