When starting or growing a business in Armenia, a common question is ‘How much does a website cost?’ Market prices range from tens of thousands to millions of drams, often confusing clients. A website is a software product priced according to specific working time and business problems solved.
The first pricing factor is website type. A simple single landing page requires less development time than an online store with payments or a corporate system connected to an internal CRM. The second is design: a ready-made template or custom UI/UX reflecting the brand's specific characteristics.
The third important factor is technology. Websites built with modern Next.js and React offer instant page loads, decisive for high Google rankings and converting visitors into customers. WordPress-like systems may look cheaper initially but later require frequent plugin payments and ongoing security monitoring.
Beyond programming, budgets include text and visual content, integration of local payments such as ArCa, Idram and Telcell, and initial SEO. To choose well, prepare clear requirements in advance and work with a trustworthy team under contract.