Framer has quickly gained traction with startups because of its speed and simplicity. The interface feels intuitive, the animations are fluid, and publishing is nearly instant.

For lean teams that want to move fast, Framer makes iteration painless. The tradeoff? While it’s powerful for landing pages and marketing sites, its CMS and scalability are still catching up.

Webflow, on the other hand, has long been the go-to for complex, scalable design systems. Its CMS is robust, making it ideal for content-heavy sites, blogs, or companies planning for rapid growth. But Webflow’s power can come with a steeper learning curve, and smaller teams may find it slower to iterate compared to Framer.

So which is best in 2025?

• If you’re an early-stage brand that values speed, smooth animations, and a designer-friendly workflow — Framer is the better pick.

• If you’re scaling with complex content, need advanced CMS capabilities, or want enterprise-level flexibility — Webflow is hard to beat.

The choice isn’t about which tool is “better,” but which one is better for you right now. Many startups even use both: Framer for fast-moving campaigns and Webflow for core brand sites. At KaleHaus, we help teams decide and design with the right platform so their site isn’t just functional — it’s built to grow.