Wix Studio vs. Classic Editor: What’s the Difference—and Does It Matter?

When it comes to building a website on Wix, there’s a new kid on the block: Wix Studio. If you’ve been using Wix Classic (aka the Editor you’ve known and maybe struggled with), you might be wondering—should I make the switch? What even is Wix Studio? And does it actually matter for your business?

Let’s break it down.

Wix Classic: The Familiar Favorite

Wix Classic is the platform many small businesses have used for years. It’s intuitive, flexible, and loaded with drag-and-drop features. For straightforward sites, it's more than enough—especially if you're DIYing or working with a limited budget.

But Classic has limits:

• Layout flexibility can be clunky

• Mobile responsiveness needs extra tweaking

• Code integration gets messy fast

• Site speed? Not always a fan favorite

That’s where Wix Studio steps in.

Wix Studio: Built for Power and Precision

Wix Studio is Wix’s next-gen platform, created for designers and developers who want more control without leaving the no-code/low-code universe. It brings modern tools and a smoother workflow, making it easier to create truly professional sites from top to bottom.

Key features include:

• Responsive Design: Truly responsive layouts—no more redesigning for mobile

• Breakpoints: Control your design across device sizes

• Advanced Animations: Subtle wow-factor without killing performance

• Collaboration Tools: Work with teams and clients more easily

• Cleaner Code and Structure: Great for SEO and performance

So… Which Should You Choose?

If you're building your first site or running a lean business with minimal design needs, Wix Classic still gets the job done. But if you're aiming for a site that grows with you, needs customization, or just looks and performs like a pro, Wix Studio is the smarter long-term play.

What We Use at Parliament

At Parliament Virtual Design Studio, we build primarily in Wix Studio—because it gives our clients the edge. Sleek performance, tighter SEO, and designs that adapt beautifully across all devices. We still support Classic for clients who prefer it, and we provide training to make whichever path you choose stress-free.