Style Factory Blog — Latest Posts
Below you’ll find links to the latest blog posts from Style Factory. All deal with key issues relating to starting or growing a business – from choosing the right e-commerce platform to optimising your site correctly for search.
Latest posts
Our latest posts (use arrows on right to scroll through older articles)
Wix Pricing — Which Plan is Best for Your Business?
In this comprehensive guide to Wix pricing, we break down each Wix plan and help you find out which one is right for you.
May 15, 2026
Canva Pricing (2026) — The Essential Guide
In this in-depth look at Canva pricing, we take you through the three Canva plans and help you work out which is the best option for you.
May 15, 2026
GetResponse Review (2026) — All the Pros and Cons
In this Getresponse review, we provide an in-depth look at an email marketing platform that offers some quite unusual features.
May 15, 2026
BigCommerce Review (2026) — Key Pros and Cons
An in-depth BigCommerce review that outlines all its key pros and cons. Is this online store builder right for your business?
May 14, 2026
Squarespace Review (2026) — The Key Pros and Cons to Consider
In this in-depth Squarespace review, we look at all the pros and cons of one of the most popular website building solutions available.
May 14, 2026
Squarespace Free Trial — Everything You Need to Know
Key FAQs about the Squarespace free trial, plus resources to help you make the most of it.
May 13, 2026
Shopify vs Squarespace — Which is Better in 2026?
Shopify vs Squarespace: which one is better for your ecommerce project? In this comparison review we take a look at all the pros and cons of both platforms and help you decide.
May 13, 2026
Shopify Review (2026) — The Key Pros and Cons
Detailed Shopify review that explores all its pros and cons in depth. Is it right for your business?
May 13, 2026
Ahrefs vs Profound (2026) — Which AI Visibility Tool is Better?
In this Ahrefs vs Profound comparison, we compare their AI visibility and prompt tracking capabilities — and help you decide between them.
May 6, 2026
Advice on running a successful online business
Tips and tricks from Style Factory
10 Key Apps For Startups (2026)
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are the apps and tech stacks to use.
May 3, 2026
How to Create a Newsletter (2026 Guide)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
May 3, 2026
Ecommerce Business Ideas — 10 Key Ways to Start an Online Business in 2026
In this post, we share key ideas for starting an ecommerce business. From dropshipping to app development, we’ve got you covered.
April 30, 2026
How to Sell on Shopify Without Inventory (2026 Guide)
A simple guide to starting a Shopify store without any inventory.
April 30, 2026
How to Start an Online Store — Picking the Best Store Builder, and Setting It Up Right
How to make an online store — and generate sales with it. A step-by-step guide to getting started with ecommerce.
April 27, 2026
How to Recover from a Google Core Update (2026)
An in-depth look at what a Google core update is, why it might have negatively affected your rankings, and what you can do to recover.
April 27, 2026
SEO
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Ahrefs vs Profound (2026) — Which AI Visibility Tool is Better?
In this Ahrefs vs Profound comparison, we compare their AI visibility and prompt tracking capabilities — and help you decide between them.
May 6, 2026
How to Recover from a Google Core Update (2026)
An in-depth look at what a Google core update is, why it might have negatively affected your rankings, and what you can do to recover.
April 27, 2026
How to Make Your Site More Visible on Google Search
In this blog post, we share simple ways that you can improve your site’s search engine optimization and achieve better rankings in Google.
April 27, 2026
Semrush Guru Trial — How to Get 14 Days of Free Access
In this post, we show you how to access an exclusive 14 day free trial of Semrush Guru.
April 21, 2026
Ahrefs Review (2026) — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Ahrefs review, I test a leading SEO tool and explore its key pros and cons. Should you choose it for your SEO needs — or go with an alternative solution? Quick verdict Ahrefs is one of the most comprehensive and reliable SEO tools on the market, offering an exceptional amount of data for […]
February 4, 2026
Semrush One Review (2026) — Is this AI-Focused Version Worth It?
In this Semrush One review, we highlight all the key pros and cons of this AI-focused version of Semrush.
February 3, 2026
Semrush Review (2026) — All the Pros and Cons
In this Semrush review, we take a really in-depth look at one of the best-known SEO tools available and highlight all its key pros and cons.
February 2, 2026
Spyfu vs Semrush (2026) — Which SEO Tool Is Better?
In this SpyFu vs Semrush comparison, we compare a cheap SEO solution against a premium one.
January 30, 2026
Semrush vs Raven Tools (2026) — Which SEO Tool is Right for You?
In this comparison we pit an industry leading SEO Tool, Semrush, against a much cheaper alternative, Raven Tools. Can David beat Goliath?
January 30, 2026
Productivity
Tips on how to improve productivity, and reviews of popular productivity apps.
10 Key Apps For Startups (2026)
10 key apps for startups — if you’re starting an online business, here are the apps and tech stacks to use.
May 3, 2026
Capsule vs Nimble — Which is the Better CRM?
Capsule vs Nimble – which of these CRM tools is best for a small business? Our comparison review goes through the pros and cons of each product.
May 9, 2025
Capsule CRM Review — Is it Right for Your Business?
Capsule CRM review which explores the features of one of the cheapest web-based CRM products on the market. Find out the pros and cons of Capsule.
May 8, 2025
Google Workspace Review — All the Pros and Cons
In this Google Workspace review, we spell out the key pros and cons of using this leading productivity suite.
March 25, 2025
Microsoft 365 Review — All the Key Pros and Cons
In this Microsoft 365 review, we go through the key pros and cons of one of the world’s most popular productivity suites.
February 6, 2025
Nimble CRM Review — Pros and Cons, Pricing, Features
In this Nimble CRM review, we look at a product which focuses, more than most CRM systems, on social relationships. Is it a good fit for your business?
February 6, 2025
Adventures in Chrome OS Flex — Turning an Old iMac into a Chromebook
An overview of the steps involved with installing Chrome OS Flex on an Apple iMac, and the pros and cons of doing so.
February 5, 2025
Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace — Which is Better?
In this Microsoft 365 vs Google Workspace comparison, we explore two leading productivity suites, discuss their pros and cons in depth, and help you decide between them.
February 3, 2025
Digital Declutter — 15 Ways to Become Less Distracted and More Productive in 2025
Declutter your digital life in 2025 — 16 top tips to reduce distraction and improve productivity.
January 15, 2025
Email marketing
Email marketing tips, plus reviews of popular e-mail marketing apps
How to Create a Newsletter (2026 Guide)
How to create a newsletter — a simple checklist you can follow to create beautiful HTML e-newsletters and effective email marketing campaigns.
May 3, 2026
How to Grow an Email List — Essential Checklist
In this guide, we share 10 key tips on how to grow an email mailing list effectively and discuss how to keep your subscribers engaged.
January 15, 2025
Autoresponders — What They Are and How To Use Them
Autoresponders — a simple explanation of what they are and how to send them in a way that saves time and generates income.
January 10, 2025
How to Automate Your Business — 8 Key Tips
Automate your business — tips on how to make running your organisation easier, by using a variety of free or paid-for apps to automate a wide range of tasks.
May 8, 2024
What is Split Testing?
A simple guide to split testing and how it can improve the effectiveness of your digital marketing campaigns.
January 24, 2024
E-Commerce and website design
E-commerce advice and reviews
Wix Pricing — Which Plan is Best for Your Business?
In this comprehensive guide to Wix pricing, we break down each Wix plan and help you find out which one is right for you.
May 15, 2026
BigCommerce Review (2026) — Key Pros and Cons
An in-depth BigCommerce review that outlines all its key pros and cons. Is this online store builder right for your business?
May 14, 2026
Squarespace Review (2026) — The Key Pros and Cons to Consider
In this in-depth Squarespace review, we look at all the pros and cons of one of the most popular website building solutions available.
May 14, 2026
Squarespace Free Trial — Everything You Need to Know
Key FAQs about the Squarespace free trial, plus resources to help you make the most of it.
May 13, 2026
Shopify vs Squarespace — Which is Better in 2026?
Shopify vs Squarespace: which one is better for your ecommerce project? In this comparison review we take a look at all the pros and cons of both platforms and help you decide.
May 13, 2026
Shopify Review (2026) — The Key Pros and Cons
Detailed Shopify review that explores all its pros and cons in depth. Is it right for your business?
May 13, 2026