# 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](https://www.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.

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