WranglePress vs Shifter
Short version: Shifter, from DigitalCube in Japan, has run hosted static WordPress® for years. It hosts WordPress for you and publishes a static copy with one click. It's priced per site. WranglePress keeps WordPress on your host, rebuilds on every publish, includes forms, and is cheaper per site for agencies.
| Shifter | WranglePress | |
|---|---|---|
| Where WordPress lives | Shifter's servers | Your host, made private |
| Publishing | One click after changes | Automatic on every publish |
| Forms | Not stated on the pricing page | Included |
| 1 site | $40/month, or $32/month billed yearly | $19/month |
| 25 sites | About $800–$1,000/month (25 × Tier 1) | $299/month |
Source: getshifter.io/static/pricing, checked 24 October 2026.
Where Shifter wins
- Long track record and a free tier for trying it out.
- No hosting for WordPress needed: Shifter runs WordPress for you.
- Yearly billing discounts.
Where WranglePress is different
- Automatic rebuilds on every publish.
- Forms included on every plan.
- Agency pricing that gets cheaper per site as you grow.
Last updated 2026-10-24.