“How much does a website cost?” is the question we hear most. The honest answer is: it depends on scope. But you deserve a real framework, so here it is.
What actually drives the price
Number of pages and features
A five-page brochure site is very different from a twelve-page site with a blog, or an online store with payments and inventory.
Design: template vs custom
A lightly customised template is cheaper. A bespoke, brand-led design costs more but sets you apart and converts better.
Functionality
Bookings, memberships, e-commerce, integrations and custom software all add engineering time.
Typical ranges in Nepal (2026)
- Starter site (up to 5 pages): from around Rs 35,000
- Business site (up to 12 pages, blog, SEO foundation): from around Rs 85,000
- E-commerce or custom software: quoted per project
These are indicative starting points. Your exact figure depends on the scope you actually need.
Why the cheapest option is rarely the cheapest
A bargain build that loads slowly, breaks on mobile and is invisible in search costs you customers every day. A well-built site is an asset that pays for itself.
What to look for in a quote
- Clear scope and deliverables
- Mobile performance and SEO included, not extra
- Who owns the site and content afterwards
- What ongoing support costs
Ongoing costs to budget for
The build is a one-time cost, but a website is a living asset. Plan for the running costs so there are no surprises after launch.
Hosting and domain
A domain is a small yearly fee; hosting ranges from budget shared plans to managed hosting that keeps a busy site fast and secure. Faster hosting is one of the cheapest ways to improve conversions and SEO.
Maintenance and security
Software updates, backups, security monitoring and small content changes are best handled by a care plan so your site stays fast, safe and current.
Growth: SEO and content
A site that just sits there rarely grows. Budgeting for ongoing SEO and content is what turns a website from a brochure into a lead engine.
How to get an accurate quote
The more specific you are, the more accurate — and comparable — your quotes will be. Come prepared with: your goals, the pages and features you need, examples of sites you like, whether you will supply content and images, and your rough budget and timeline. A good partner will then scope the work and give you a fixed, written quote.
Frequently asked questions
Why do website quotes vary so much?
Scope. Pages, custom design and features like e-commerce all change the price. Compare like-for-like scopes.
Is a cheap website a false economy?
Often, yes. A slow, hard-to-edit site costs you customers every day. Build quality once.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
Domain, hosting, and optional maintenance and SEO. We spell these out in every quote.
Conclusion
Budget for the outcome you want, not just the lowest number. If you would like a transparent, fixed quote for your project, tell us what you need and we will send one.