When I set out to build my portfolio, I tested just about every website builder out there—WordPress, Wix, Framer, Squarespace—you name it. All of them had endless templates, advanced features, and a promise to help me build a site that delivered what I wanted it to.

But after rounds of trial and error, I kept hitting the same roadblocks:

All I wanted was a simple and fast website builder that was easy to use and helped me build a website that showcased my personality and work.

That’s when I found beehiiv. Not only did it help me build my own site, but I now use it to revamp client websites and help them scale their content.

beehiiv checked every box of a quick and intuitive website builder. The learning curve was almost nonexistent, thanks to its easy-to-follow library of product walkthroughs and videos.

But what really won me over was beehiiv’s website builder 2.0. It’s hands down the fastest and most intuitive builder I’ve used.

Here is why I think beehiiv is the fastest tool to build websites.

Once you log in, beehiiv offers a fully functional website template with pre-designed pages—from homepage to archive—so you’re never stuck staring at a blank canvas.

The entire setup lives in one clean dashboard. I could see all pages at a glance, switch between them, adjust layouts, and repeat the process without friction.

What really stood out was the instant preview. I could toggle between mobile and desktop in seconds and even test-drive the site with the “preview draft site” option. I use this feature the most to spot broken links, forms, or images, and fix them before making the site live.

I tested beehiiv against Wix for building a newsletter archive page. With beehiiv, it took me under 30 minutes to create a polished, optimized design- compared to the countless hours I spent on Wix wrestling with layouts and tags.

The difference is even more obvious if your newsletter already runs on beehiiv. Content syncs automatically, eliminating the manual copy-paste grind that other platforms force on you.

I recently worked on a newsletter revamp project for my client, Re-defined—a non-profit organization in Canada. The goal was to redesign their existing newsletter page and align it with their brand voice, mission, and guidelines.

Armed with a rough layout idea, I first added different sections that were relevant to the audience.

Once I had the structure ready, I switched gears and worked on aligning the entire newsletter to my client’s design preferences—adjusting the color theme, making each section stand out, and linking to the right pages.

What stood out wasn’t just the output, but the process. I was able to redesign the entire page in under 30 minutes using beehiiv's no-code drag-and-drop editor.

Previously, the newsletter was text-intensive, lacking a visual hierarchy and brand alignment. 👇🏼

Here’s how the newsletter looks after the re-design. It’s fully on-brand and offers valuable content that’s relevant to my client’s audience. Pretty, right?

Unlike other website builders, you don’t need to buy plugins or download themes to take your website design to the next level.

beehiiv offers all the tools you need to design an impressive and functional website- right within its platform. This means fewer decisions to make and faster site performance for your readers.

Here’s how having a fast website builder helped me become (and stay) more consistent.

Once I had a faster setup, it became easier to show up, write, and actually hit publish regularly.

Without a system, it’s natural to lose momentum because the process can be overwhelming. I went through the same cycle where I’d spend hours formatting the text, adjusting layouts, and fixing bugs on my site than actually writing the content.

With a fast builder, I shifted from stalling to shipping because once the basics were in place, I could focus all my energy on writing content.

Once I had a layout locked in, it became my template for future posts. Instead of debating which color a heading should be, I could concentrate on shaping ideas in a way that resonates with my audience.

Before, I’d get stuck making everything “functional” before even finishing a draft. Those half-finished pieces often sat untouched for days until I had a deadline.

With a faster workflow, I turned that same kind of draft into a live post in under 20 minutes. I became more consistent and stayed top of my audience’s mind.

Choose tools that match your goals, not ones overloaded with features you’ll never use.

If your focus is consistency, pick a platform that makes that easy from day one. Complex setups only waste time as you try to adapt them to the needs they weren’t designed for.

For creators exploring the newsletter space, beehiiv is one of the fastest website builders.

You get access to nearly all core features for free if you have fewer than 2,500 subscribers. It means you can start building and growing your audience from day one.

Try beehiiv for free today!