Design-forward site builder favoured by artists, photographers and studios.
Why we recommend it
Cargo's templates look like they came from a design studio rather than a template marketplace, which makes it a strong fit for portfolio work.
Strengths
- Genuinely distinctive, design-led templates
- Strong typography controls
- Popular with creative portfolios
Drawbacks
- Less suited to marketing or commerce sites
- Smaller feature set than Squarespace
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