Tilda and Readymag are two website builders often compared. Both work for landing pages, portfolios, and small projects. But their approaches differ.
Sites: tilda.cc | readymag.com
I’ve dissected both tools. Comparing as a user and as an affiliate.
Design and flexibility
Tilda uses a block system. You assemble a site from ready-made blocks (200+ available). You can customize through Zero Block — an editor with absolute positioning. Good results — moderate learning curve.
Readymag — a more visual approach. You simply place elements on a canvas. Higher flexibility, but also a slightly higher entry barrier. Ideal for creative projects.
Verdict: Readymag gives more design freedom. Tilda — faster for standard projects.
Features
| Feature | Tilda | Readymag |
|---|---|---|
| Store | Yes (+ Ecolab) | No |
| Blog | Yes | No |
| Forms | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Basic | Advanced |
| SEO | Good | Average |
| Code export | Partial | Yes (HTML/CSS) |
| Multilingual | Yes | No |
Tilda is more functional as a CMS. Readymag — better for creative single-screen projects.
Pricing
Tilda:
- Free — 1 site
- Personal — $15/month
- Business — $30/month
- Business+ — $50/month
Readymag:
- Free — 1 project
- Portfolio — $35/month
- Agency — $90/month
- Enterprise — $150/month
Readymag is more expensive. Tilda is more accessible.
Affiliate programs
Tilda: 20% recurring on all client payments. Lifetime. 90-day cookie.
Readymag: 25% one-time payment for the first month. No lifetime commission. 30-day cookie.
Verdict: Tilda’s affiliate program is more profitable in the long run. From one client, you can earn $500-1000 over several years.
Who’s for what
Tilda suits you if:
- You build custom websites
- You need an online store
- Multilingual capability matters
- You want affiliate income
Readymag suits you if:
- You’re a designer
- You make creative portfolios
- You need maximum flexibility
- Clients pay for design, not functionality
Verdict
Tilda — a universal tool and an excellent affiliate program. Readymag — a niche product for designers and creators.
Official websites: tilda.cc, readymag.com For affiliate marketing, Tilda wins — passive income with recurring commission. Readymag — for cases where design matters more than functionality. Official websites: tilda.cc, readymag.com