- Most previous WordPress users do not regret switching to other CMS platforms
- Switchers report fewer plugin problems and no major increase in costs
- Migration was smoother than expected with most to avoid major disturbances
A new study from Liquid Web suggests that switching away from WordPress pays for most users.
While much of the conversation about CMS migration focuses on risk, the new data shows that many companies see clear benefits after making the move.
Of the previously investigated WordPress users, 7 out of 8 said they don’t regret switching to another CMS. Almost 70% reported no increase in costs after the transition and 72% said they are not considering a return to WordPress. Shopify was the most common destination among Switchers of 42%, followed by WIX at 38%and Squarespace of 6%.
Plugin fatigue
Plugin fatigue is a common pain point on WordPress, and 78% experienced improvements in this department after contact. While 22% said fatigue was worsened, most of the relief from the updates, the compatibility problems and maintenance, often come with large plugin stacks.
The process of changing oneself was not as difficult as some expected either. Only 23% ran in problems with content migration, which means that 77% were able to move their places without major disturbance.
The same percentage said they didn’t find the new CMS harder to learn, and only a relatively small group (21%) said they missed features they had before.
Tiffany Bridge, Product Manager, E -Trade Applications on the Liquid Web, CMS platforms said can deliver better experiences when the setup is performed properly. “Many users leave WordPress looking for simplicity and come back and realize it wasn’t CMS, it was the setup. Hosting makes all the difference between fatigue and flow.”
While WordPress still appeals to many about its flexibility, the study shows that shifts are not always a downgrade. In fact, for many users, it’s a step toward a simpler, more manageable experience.
The speech points to a growing group of companies that have been underway and are not looking back.
