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starting prices.

All prices shown are starting prices. Final pricing depends on scope, content, integrations and functionality. A detailed quote is provided after a free discovery conversation.

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WordPress Websites

Professional websites for businesses that need a strong online presence without the cost or complexity of custom software.

WordPress websites are ideal for presenting your company, services, products, contact information, portfolio or content online. Because WordPress uses an established content-management platform, these websites can normally be developed faster and hosted using traditional website-hosting plans. They are a good choice when you do not need complex custom databases, advanced dashboards or specialised business logic.
WordPress Starter

WordPress Starter

For small businesses that need a simple professional online presence.

Starting from
R1,500
Once-off
  • Up to approximately 5 core pages
  • Home, About, Services and Contact
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • WhatsApp integration and contact form
  • Social-media links and Google Maps where required
  • Basic SEO configuration
  • SSL assistance, theme customisation and client branding
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WordPress E-Commerce

WordPress E-Commerce

For businesses that want to sell products online using WordPress and WooCommerce.

Starting from
R6,500
Once-off · Varies by scope
  • WooCommerce setup and product catalogue
  • Product categories, cart and checkout
  • Customer accounts where required
  • Order management and basic shipping configuration
  • EFT/manual payment instructions
  • Optional payment-gateway integration
  • Product images, pricing and stock information where appropriate
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Hosting and domain costs are separate. Payment-gateway provider fees, premium plugins and other external services remain separate where applicable. More advanced or highly customised e-commerce functionality should be quoted separately.

Custom & Dynamic Websites

Built specifically around the way your business operates — for functionality beyond a normal company website.

These systems can be built around custom databases, user accounts, admin dashboards, booking systems, customer portals, rentals, ordering systems, business rules, reporting and specialised integrations. They are suitable for businesses with specialised workflows and operational requirements.
Custom / Dynamic · Starter

Custom Starter Website

A focused custom-built website for a business with requirements beyond a standard platform.

Starting from
R1,500
One-page website
  • One-page website
  • Mobile-responsive layout
  • Basic business information
  • Contact form
  • WhatsApp button
  • Social-media links
  • Basic on-page SEO
  • Client provides text and images
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Custom / Dynamic · Growth

Custom Growth Website

A custom-built website with stronger lead-generation and content capabilities.

Starting from
R6,500
Up to eight pages
  • Up to eight pages
  • Blog, portfolio or case studies
  • Lead-generation forms
  • Basic booking or calendar integration
  • Google Analytics preparation
  • Enhanced on-page SEO
  • Social sharing metadata
  • Search Console preparation
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Custom / Dynamic · E-Commerce or Booking

Custom E-Commerce or Booking

For businesses needing tailored online sales, orders, or appointment management.

Starting from
R8,500
Price varies by scope
  • Product or service catalogue
  • Online checkout or booking
  • Payment integration
  • Order or booking management
  • Customer accounts (if required)
  • Delivery or scheduling options
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • SEO foundation
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What is not included in the prices above: domain registration, hosting, paid third-party tools (payment gateways, booking platforms, etc.), and ongoing monthly maintenance. These are discussed and quoted separately based on your requirements.

Final pricing depends on the project scope, content, integrations, number of pages, functionality required and whether you are providing your own content and images.

Which Type of Website Does Your Business Need?

Both are professional options. The best choice depends on what your business needs its website to do.

Attribute
WordPress Website
Custom / Dynamic Website
Best for
Professional online presence
Specialised business operations
Development
Uses the WordPress platform, themes and plugins
Custom-built functionality and code
Database
Basic WordPress database
Custom business/database architecture
Admin dashboard
WordPress admin
Custom dashboard designed around the business
Customer accounts
Basic or plugin-based where appropriate
Fully custom account systems
Bookings
Plugin-based or basic booking
Custom booking logic and workflows
E-commerce
WooCommerce
Custom commerce and order systems
Custom business logic
Limited to WordPress and plugin capability
Designed specifically around the client's processes
Hosting
Usually traditional/shared WordPress hosting
May require cloud/application hosting and database infrastructure
Cost
Generally more affordable
Higher investment because functionality is custom developed
Scalability
Excellent for normal content/business websites
Better suited to specialised platforms and operational systems
You do not need custom software if WordPress can properly solve the problem. AutoM8 does not believe in making clients pay for unnecessary technology. If WordPress can properly satisfy your requirements, we can recommend it. Custom development is recommended when the business needs functionality that would be difficult, unreliable or unnecessarily restrictive to implement using standard themes and plugins.

Not sure which one you need? AutoM8 will recommend the simplest solution that properly meets your requirements.

What happens after development?

Development fees and provider costs are kept separate so you can see what you are paying for.

WordPress hosting

WordPress websites can normally use traditional WordPress or shared hosting, which is often billed monthly or annually depending on the provider.

Custom / dynamic hosting

Custom applications may require application or cloud hosting, databases, object storage or other production infrastructure.

Domains are normally owned and paid for by the client. Hosting-provider fees are separate from AutoM8 development fees unless specifically included. Paid plugins, APIs, databases, storage, SMS, email providers, payment gateways and other third-party services remain separate. AutoM8 can assist with choosing, configuring and deploying to suitable providers.

Automation pricing.

An independent recurring monthly service for reducing manual work and connecting systems. You do not need an AutoM8 website to use automation.

Simple

Simple Automation

A single, clearly defined automated process to replace a repetitive task.

Starting from
R500
Monthly service starting point
  • Automated email notifications
  • Form-to-spreadsheet workflows
  • Simple reminders
  • Basic data transfer
  • Single-process automation
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Advanced

Advanced Automation

Complex, business-critical workflows requiring a custom scoping conversation.

Pricing
Custom Quote
Monthly · After free consultation
  • Complex integrations
  • Custom dashboards
  • Business-critical workflows
  • AI-assisted processes
  • Large data-processing systems
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Automation can be used with a WordPress website, a custom website, an existing third-party website, or without a website. Third-party platform subscription fees (such as automation tools, API services, or cloud services) may be required separately. These are clearly documented during scoping. A complicated, multi-system automation will not typically be deliverable at the simple-automation starting price.

Custom Software Systems and Web Applications.

Custom Development

Built Around Your Requirements

From R10,000

Custom systems are quoted according to their modules, user roles, database requirements, integrations, and deployment needs. Projects may be divided into phases to make development more affordable — starting with the most critical features and expanding over time.

This category covers inventory and stock systems, booking platforms, HR and payroll tools, fraud-prevention monitoring, parent portals, school management systems, AI-assisted applications, dashboards, and any system that needs to be built specifically for how your organisation works.

Pricing depends on: number of modules, user roles and access levels, database complexity, third-party integrations, reporting requirements, and whether a phased approach is used.

Website Care Plans

Website Care can apply to WordPress or custom websites where appropriate. The exact technical work differs by platform.

Self Managed

Self Managed

R0/month

You manage updates, content and routine website administration yourself.

  • Client-managed updates and content
  • No recurring AutoM8 care fee
  • Technical support can be quoted separately
Business Care

Business Care

R600/month

More involved ongoing support for an active business website or application.

  • Everything in Essential Care
  • Application monitoring where applicable
  • Deployment assistance and technical maintenance
  • Additional troubleshooting and minor content changes
Care work depends on the website platform. WordPress care may include WordPress, plugin and theme updates, while custom website care may include application monitoring, deployment assistance and technical maintenance. Hosting and third-party provider fees remain separate.

School management system pricing.

Per-learner monthly pricing for institutions of all sizes.

Base Plan
R15
/learner/month

Base Plan

Essential features for small schools and tutoring centres.

  • Assignment management
  • Basic grading
  • Announcements
  • Student profiles
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Pro Plan
R25
/learner/month

Pro Plan

Advanced features for growing institutions.

  • Everything in Base
  • Attendance tracking
  • Auto-graded quizzes
  • Progress reports
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Premium Plan
R35
/learner/month

Premium Plan

The complete solution for full institutions.

  • Everything in Pro
  • Payment integration
  • Custom branding
  • Priority support
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Common questions.

Are the prices shown guaranteed?

No. All prices shown are starting prices. Final pricing depends on scope, content, integrations and functionality. A detailed quote is always provided before work begins.

How does payment work?

Projects are typically split into milestones — a deposit to begin, a payment at an agreed midpoint, and a final payment on delivery. Exact payment terms depend on the project.

Is WordPress worse than a custom website?

No. They serve different purposes. WordPress is often the better and more affordable solution for normal business websites. Custom development is recommended when a business requires specialised functionality or workflows.

Why is a custom website more expensive?

Custom websites often require functionality to be designed and programmed specifically for the business, including databases, user accounts, dashboards, integrations and business logic.

Can I move from WordPress to a custom system later?

Yes. A business can begin with a WordPress website and introduce custom systems later as its requirements grow.

Do I need monthly website fees?

No. Website development is normally a once-off fee. You may self-manage your website or select an optional AutoM8 Website Care plan.

Who pays for hosting and the domain?

Hosting, domains and other third-party provider costs are normally paid separately by the client. AutoM8 can assist with setup and management where required.

Can WordPress have an online shop?

Yes. AutoM8 can implement WooCommerce-based online stores where WordPress is suitable. Payment-gateway fees, premium plugins and other provider costs remain separate.

Can you add automation to a WordPress website?

Yes. Automation is an independent AutoM8 service and can often integrate with WordPress forms, CRM systems, email, WhatsApp and other supported tools.

Do I own the code?

Yes. You receive full ownership of all custom code — complete source code and documentation is yours once the project is paid in full.

How long does a project take?

Project timelines depend on scope, complexity and client feedback. Timelines are agreed as part of the proposal before development begins.

Can I pay in phases?

Yes. Larger projects can often be broken into phases, starting with the most critical features and expanding over time. This is discussed during the discovery conversation.

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