Human-guided AI website service

You describe your business.
We deliver your website.

A 30-minute call with a real human. We translate it into the right instructions for our AI. You get a professional website in 48 hours, from $199, with free hosting and full source code. No prompts, no DIY, no monthly subscription.

From $199

one-time fee

48 Hours

delivery

Free Hosting

no monthly fees

You Own It

yours forever

Honest comparison

Why not just use Wix AI or ChatGPT?

If you're technically confident, those tools work fine. For everyone else, the bottleneck isn't AI. It's knowing what to ask.

Who does the prompting

DIY AI: You
BestAI: A real human (us)

Time you spend

DIY AI: Hours of trial and error
BestAI: One 30-minute call

If you don't know what to ask

DIY AI: Generic, off-the-shelf result
BestAI: We ask the right questions for you

Mobile speed (Lighthouse)

DIY AI: WordPress median: 44/100
BestAI: 95+ on every page

Accessibility (WCAG 2.1)

DIY AI: Depends on the template
BestAI: AA-tested, by default

Bilingual quality

DIY AI: Auto-translate plugin
BestAI: Idiomatic, written by humans

When you need changes

DIY AI: Re-prompt and hope
BestAI: Email or call us

Ongoing cost

DIY AI: $20–90 NZD/mo, forever
BestAI: $0 hosting, you own the code

What you walk away with

DIY AI: A locked-in subscription
BestAI: Code & content that's yours

Skip the learning curve.

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Packages

Choose the Right Package for Your Project

Three tiers for three kinds of project. $199 covers a brochure site (up to 100 pages). $399 if you need to take payments online for any use case. $999 if you need advanced commerce or a premium custom design that goes beyond standard templates.

Business Website

Your online presence, done right.

$199one-time

BESTAI LABS LIMITED is not currently GST registered. No GST has been charged.

A clean, professional brochure-style website to introduce your business, services, and contact details. The essentials, beautifully done. No payments, no shopping cart.

  • Custom design tailored to your brand
  • Up to 100 pages of content (most clients use 5 to 10)
  • Mobile-friendly and fast-loading
  • CDN-accelerated, fast worldwide
  • SEO-optimised for local search
  • Bilingual support (2 languages)
  • WCAG 2.1 accessibility compliant
  • Full source code included
  • Free hosting + 48-hour delivery

Best for: Service businesses (cafes, trades, salons, consultants, clinics) that just need a great-looking online presence

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Online Payments

Take money online, for anything.

$399one-time

BESTAI LABS LIMITED is not currently GST registered. No GST has been charged.

Everything in Business Website, plus the ability to accept payments online. Sell products, charge for bookings, accept deposits, run subscriptions or donations. If Stripe supports it, we build it.

  • Everything in Business Website
  • Stripe-powered checkout (cards, Apple/Google Pay)
  • Sell products, services, bookings, deposits, donations
  • Subscriptions and recurring payments supported
  • Up to 20 products or service items
  • Order and booking notifications by email
  • Full source code included

Best for: Any business that needs to take money online: retail, food, classes, bookings, events, donations, services

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Premium / Advanced

Beyond the standard template.

$999one-time

BESTAI LABS LIMITED is not currently GST registered. No GST has been charged.

For projects that go beyond a standard template. Either complex commerce (large catalogues, variants, B2B logic, multi-currency) or premium custom design with video, original artwork, and bespoke interactions.

  • Two paths covered: Advanced Commerce or Premium Design
  • Large catalogue, variants, categories, filtering, discount codes
  • Or: video, motion, original visuals, bespoke layout
  • Advanced Stripe (subscriptions, multi-currency, shipping)
  • 5 to 10+ pages of high-end content
  • Test server + production deployment help
  • Bilingual + WCAG 2.1 accessible
  • Full source code included
  • Priority 48-hour delivery

Best for: Established businesses with serious commerce needs, or premium brands that want to break free from template look-and-feel

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You Own Your Code. All of It.

Unlike Wix, Squarespace, or Shopify, we give you the full source code of your website. You can move to any hosting provider, hire any developer to modify it, or change anything yourself. Your website is truly yours, not rented from a platform.

Full source codeNo vendor lock-inModify anything
Compare

How We Compare

See how BestAI stacks up against DIY platforms and traditional agencies.

BestAIWix / SquarespaceShopifyNZ Web Agency
Business Website$199 one-time$57-90 NZD/mo foreverN/A$2,500 - $8,000
Online Payments$399 one-time$88-117 NZD/mo forever$88-117 NZD/mo + 2.7%$5,000 - $20,000
Who Builds ItWe build itYou (DIY)You (DIY)They build it
Delivery Time48 hoursWeeks of your timeWeeks of your time2-6 weeks
HostingFree, includedIncluded (you pay monthly)Included (you pay monthly)$150-500/year extra
OwnershipYou own it foreverStop paying = site goneStop paying = store goneYou own it
How It Works

A phone call. Then a website.

The whole point: you don't need to know how to use AI. That's our job. You just need to know your business.

01

You talk. We listen.

A 30-minute call with a real human. Tell us what your business does, who your customers are, and what you want the website to do. No tech jargon, no prep.

02

We brief our AI.

Our team turns your story into the right instructions for our AI. That's the part DIY website builders quietly skip, and it's why our results don't feel generic.

03

You get a website.

Within 48 hours of approval. You review, request edits, and only go live when you're happy. We connect your domain and set up free hosting. You own the source code.

Built right, by default

Six things every BestAI site ships with.

Most small business websites skip these because they're harder to do well. We don't, because they're what good work looks like.

Built for speed

Loads in under 2 seconds anywhere in the world via CDN.

75% of mobile websites fail this benchmark (HTTP Archive 2025). WordPress sites score a median 44/100 on Google Lighthouse.

Accessible by default

Designed and tested to WCAG 2.1 AA, the international accessibility standard.

1 in 4 New Zealanders has a disability. Most NZ small business sites turn them away because accessibility is an extra-cost add-on.

Bilingual that reads natively

Real bilingual copy, written by humans. Idiomatic phrases, not Google Translate.

See maomotors.co.nz: '讲中文的技师,沟通完全无障碍.' That's how it should sound.

Up to 100 pages, one fixed price

Build out as much content as your business actually needs.

NZ agencies typically cap small business packages at 5 to 10 pages and charge $1,500 to $4,800+ GST.

Copy written for your business

Every page reads like it was written for you, because it was. No template with your name swapped in.

Look at epegy.co.nz: every FAQ answer has a number. '15 to 30 percent energy reduction.' Specific, not generic.

Source code, plain and simple

Every file. Every line. Yours to keep, modify, or move anywhere.

Wix, Squarespace, Shopify, and most NZ template builders make exit deliberately hard. We hand it over on day one.

Performance data: HTTP Archive Core Web Vitals 2025; Tech-Insider Lighthouse benchmarks. NZ agency pricing surveyed from public price pages of Adhesion, Web Digital Auckland, Kitchen Table, and Kiwi Web Design (April 2026).

Our Work

Websites We've Built

From auto repair and hospitality to healthcare and SaaS. Real projects we've delivered, all live today. Look closer at any one of them. The craft is in the details.

Mao Motors website screenshot

Mao Motors

Auto Repair · North Shore Auckland

AA Approved mechanic in Wairau Valley. Bilingual English/Chinese interface, online booking, and Google Maps integration. The owner can serve both English and Chinese-speaking customers without missing a beat.

The Chinese reads native, not Google Translate. '讲中文的技师,沟通完全无障碍' is the kind of phrase only a human writes.

BilingualOnline BookingLocal SEO
3DGo website screenshot

3DGo

E-Commerce · Auckland

NZ's best-value 3D printing supplies store. Clean product catalog, bundle deals, and fast checkout for a niche Auckland-based retailer shipping PETG filament and dryers nationwide.

Every headline earns its claim. 'NZ's Best-Value 3D Printing Supplies' is backed by specific prices: PETG from $16, NZ's best-value dryer at $49.99. No vague superlatives.

E-CommerceProduct StoreAuckland-Based
BigPot Jiangxi Restaurant website screenshot

BigPot Jiangxi Restaurant

Hospitality · Albany, Auckland

Authentic Jiangxi cuisine. Full menu with photos, opening hours, and quick contact, built mobile-first for diners checking the place out on the go.

The Story section references the Western Han dynasty and Ganzhou regional cuisine. Most restaurant sites just say 'modern Asian dining'.

Restaurant SiteMenu DisplayMobile-First
Rehab Studio website screenshot

Rehab Studio

Acupuncture & TCM · Auckland

Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine clinic. Professional layout, clear service breakdown, and practitioner profiles. The site helps a heritage practice build credibility online in NZ.

Trust signals are earned, not claimed. HPCA Act 2003 reference, CMCNZ registration, 4.9 Google rating, service durations spelled out to the minute.

HealthcareTrust SignalsBookings
EPE Greenery website screenshot

EPE Greenery

AgriTech · New Zealand

Practical farm solutions supplier. Clean product taxonomy and confident corporate branding for a B2B AgriTech business serving NZ growers.

Every claim in the FAQ is a specific number. '15 to 30% reduction in water and pumping energy.' Cites EECA programmes through 2026. We did the research.

B2B CorporateProduct CatalogBrand Refresh
Formative website screenshot

Formative

EdTech SaaS · NZQA-Aligned

Writing assessment SaaS aligned to NZQA standards. Dark, polished landing page with a clear sign-up flow, positioned for the high-end education technology market.

Dark, polished SaaS landing page that earns its premium positioning. Typography, hierarchy, and sign-up flow built to match the standard set by VC-backed edtech.

SaaS LandingPremium DesignSign-Up Flow
iCare Insurance website screenshot

iCare Insurance

Insurance Advisory · Auckland

Independent insurance advisory led by Yvonne Chen, covering life, medical, income protection and business cover. Bilingual English and Chinese, with a calm, no-pressure layout and a free 30-minute review booking flow.

Trust is shown, not asserted. The footer cites FMA regulation and a published disclosure statement, and the page names the actual insurers compared (Partners Life, AIA, Asteron, nib, Southern Cross). No vague 'we work with all the big names'.

BilingualInsurance AdvisoryBooking Flow
Pillar Chartered Accountants website screenshot

Pillar Chartered Accountants

Chartered Accountants · Auckland & Christchurch

A two-partner CAANZ chartered accountancy practice, with Kate in Auckland and Katherine in Christchurch. An editorial navy-and-gold site covering tax, compliance, valuations and advisory, with an English and Chinese toggle for bilingual business owners.

The design earns its premium feel. Serif display headlines, a restrained navy-and-gold palette, and lines like 'sharper business decisions' let a two-person firm stand next to the look of a national practice.

Premium DesignBilingualProfessional Services
Concord Homes website screenshot

Concord Homes

Home Builder · North Auckland

New home builder serving Milldale, Orewa, Long Bay, Red Beach and Kumeu. House and Land packages with live availability, a photographic hero, and the full eight-step build journey laid out from first plan to handover.

Every stage is spelled out, not glossed over. The build process runs eight numbered steps (soil tests, council certifiers, Dream Studio colour selection, a dedicated site supervisor), backed by Registered Master Builder status and a 10-year guarantee.

Home BuilderHouse & LandProcess Clarity

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Online Payments

Take Money Online. No Monthly Platform Fees.

The $399 tier covers any business that needs to take payments: store, bookings, deposits, donations, subscriptions, classes, events. You only pay when money moves.

Sell Anything Online

Products, services, bookings, deposits, donations, subscriptions, event tickets. If Stripe supports it, we build it.

Secure Stripe Payments

Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, BNPL. PCI compliant. Customers can pay in seconds, on any device.

Pay-Per-Sale Only

No monthly fees from us. Stripe charges 2.65% + $0.30 per transaction. That's it. No platform cut.

Future-Proof Your Website

Google Isn't the Only Search Engine Anymore.

More and more customers are finding businesses through AI assistants like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. GEO (Generative Engine Optimisation) makes sure your website shows up when AI answers questions about your industry.

AI Search Is Growing Fast

AI-powered search grew 527% in the past year. Customers are asking ChatGPT and Perplexity for recommendations instead of Googling.

5x Higher Conversion

Traffic from AI search converts at 14.2%, compared to 2.8% from Google. When AI recommends you, customers are ready to buy.

First Mover Advantage

Most NZ small businesses haven't optimised for AI search yet. Start now and be the business AI recommends in your area.

Ongoing Support

Website Maintenance Plans

Optional monthly plans to keep your website performing, growing, and visible to both Google and AI search engines.

Starter

$39/mo

Keep your website running smoothly with basic SEO and maintenance.

  • Website hosting & security updates
  • Basic SEO (keywords, meta tags, Google indexing)
  • Monthly performance report
  • Minor content updates (text & images)
  • Email support
Subscribe - $39.00/mo
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Growth

$99/mo

Grow your online presence with GEO, content, and Google Business management.

  • Everything in Starter
  • GEO optimisation (AI search visibility)
  • 2 blog posts or page updates per month
  • Google Business Profile management
  • Monthly analytics & ranking report
  • Priority email support
Subscribe - $99.00/mo

Pro

$499/mo

Full digital marketing: SEO, GEO, social media, reviews, and dedicated support.

  • Everything in Growth
  • Advanced GEO + SEO strategy
  • 4 blog posts + professional copywriting
  • Google Reviews monitoring & response
  • Social media management (2 platforms)
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Weekly reporting
Subscribe - $499.00/mo
FAQ

Common Questions

Everything you need to know about our website building service.

What's included in the $199 Business Website?

A fully custom-designed, mobile-friendly brochure website with your branding, contact forms, Google Maps, and SEO basics. Up to 100 pages of content if your business genuinely needs it (most NZ small business sites only run 5 to 10 pages). Hosting is included at no extra cost. Online payments are not included; for those, see the $399 Online Payments package.

What does the $399 Online Payments package cover?

Everything in the Business Website, plus the ability to take payments online: products, services, bookings, deposits, donations, subscriptions, classes, events. If Stripe supports it, we build it. Includes a checkout flow, product or service pages, and order or booking notifications. Stripe charges 2.65% + $0.30 per transaction. We don't charge any platform fee.

When should I pick the $999 Premium / Advanced tier?

Pick Premium in two situations. (a) Advanced commerce: you have a large catalogue, complex variants, B2B logic, multi-currency, subscriptions, or anything beyond a standard 20-item store. (b) Premium design: you want a high-end custom look with video, original artwork, motion, and bespoke interactions that go beyond what templates can deliver. If neither applies, the $199 or $399 tier will serve you well.

Can I upgrade from $199 to $399 or $999 later?

Yes. We can add online payments later, or move you up to the Premium tier when your business is ready. You'll pay the difference plus a small migration fee. No penalty for starting small.

How can you offer free hosting?

We use modern infrastructure that serves static websites at effectively zero cost. This means we can pass the savings on to you. No catch, no hidden fees. Note: the Premium tier ($999) includes a test server, but production hosting for advanced commerce is billed separately because it usually needs dedicated infrastructure.

How does your page allowance compare to NZ web agencies?

Most NZ small-business packages cap content at 5 to 10 pages, with prices typically running $1,500 to $4,800+ GST. Our $199 tier covers up to 100 pages of content at one fixed price, well above the typical 5-10 page brief. You won't be back negotiating extra pages later.

What if I need changes after delivery?

Small text and image updates are included for the first 30 days. After that, changes are charged at a simple hourly rate. Or we can train you to make updates yourself.

Do I need a domain name?

Yes, you'll need your own domain (e.g. yourbusiness.co.nz). Domain registration costs around $20-30/year. We can help you set it up.

How is this different from Wix or Squarespace?

With Wix, you pay $57+ NZD/month forever and build it yourself. With us, you pay once, we build it for you, and hosting is free. After 6 months, a Wix user has paid more than our one-time fee.

What is GEO and why does my website need it?

GEO (Generative Engine Optimisation) makes your website visible to AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. More and more customers are using AI to find businesses. AI search traffic converts at 5x the rate of traditional Google search. Our Growth and Pro maintenance plans include GEO to keep you visible.

Do I need a maintenance plan?

The website works perfectly without one. But if you want ongoing SEO, fresh content, GEO optimisation, or help managing your Google reviews and social media, a maintenance plan saves you time and keeps your site performing. You can start or stop any time.

Ready to Get Your Website?

Book a free 30-minute call. A real human, not a chatbot. We'll learn about your business and have your website live within 48 hours of approval.

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