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When you’re running a private practice as a dietitian, the last thing you want to do is spend hours fighting with your website. Your time is better spent helping clients transform their relationship with food, not googling “why is my website builder so freaking slow?” at 11 PM on a Tuesday.
I’ve built a lot of websites for dietitians over the years, and I’ve tried pretty much every WordPress page builder out there. Some have made me want to throw my laptop across the room, while others have actually been pretty great. Today, I’m breaking down the top five WordPress page builders specifically for dietitian websites so you can make the right choice for your practice.
Before we dive into the options, let’s talk about why this matters so much.
Your website builder affects:
As a dietitian, you need a website that looks professional but doesn’t require a computer science degree to update. You need something that won’t crash when you try to add your newest blog post about intuitive eating. And most importantly, you need something that won’t have you calling me in a panic because your entire site just disappeared.
So let’s get into it.
I’m going to walk through five of the most popular page builders: Bricks, Breakdance, Kadence, Elementor, and Divi.
For each one, I’ll cover:
Ease of use: ★★★★☆
Performance: ★★★★★
Cost: $79 per year
What makes it great for dietitians:
Bricks has become my go-to recommendation for most dietitian websites, and for good reason. It strikes that perfect balance between powerful features and actually being usable by normal humans.
The interface is clean and intuitive, which means you won’t have to spend hours trying to figure out how to change a button color or update text. If you can use Microsoft Word, you can use Bricks.
Performance-wise, Bricks is fast. Like, really fast. Sites built with Bricks typically score higher on speed tests than those built with most other page builders, which means your potential clients won’t be clicking away while waiting for your homepage to load.
What I love most about Bricks for dietitian websites specifically is how easily you can create and format recipe cards, service comparison tables, and before/after galleries – all things that nutrition professionals often need. The built-in templates and pattern library give you a head start, but they’re not so rigid that every dietitian website looks identical.
The downsides:
Bricks doesn’t have quite as many pre-built templates as some other options, so there’s a bit more work upfront. It’s also relatively newer to the market, so there aren’t as many tutorials available online yet (though the documentation is excellent).
My honest take:
Bricks hits the sweet spot of being powerful enough for developers but approachable enough for dietitians who want to make their own website updates. The pricing is a huge plus for private practices watching their budget, and the clean code means your site won’t slow down as it grows.
Ease of use: ★★★★☆
Performance: ★★★★★
Cost: Free version or $99 per year
What makes it great for dietitians:
Breakdance is the new kid on the block that’s making waves in the WordPress community, and it’s quickly become another favorite of mine for dietitian websites.
Similar to Bricks, Breakdance was built with performance in mind. Pages load quickly, and the code it generates is clean and efficient. This means your potential clients won’t get frustrated waiting for your site to load when they’re looking for nutrition help.
The form builder in Breakdance is exceptional – perfect for creating those new client questionnaires that dietitians often need. You can easily build multi-step forms that look professional and aren’t a pain to fill out on mobile.
I also love Breakdance’s Global Styles feature, which lets you set color schemes and typography once and apply them throughout your site. This means your branding stays consistent without you having to remember your exact shade of green for every new page.
The downsides:
Being newer means there’s a slightly steeper learning curve if you’ve never used a page builder before. The community is growing quickly, but there aren’t as many third-party add-ons available yet compared to more established builders.
My honest take:
If you’re starting from scratch and want a future-proof website, Breakdance is an excellent choice. It feels like what Elementor should have evolved into – powerful but not bloated. The only reason it’s my second choice rather than first on this list is because Bricks is more developer friendly and a bit more robust in that area.
Ease of use: ★★★☆☆
Performance: ★★★★☆
Cost: Free basic version, $129/year for Pro, $299/year for Ultimate
What makes it great for dietitians:
Kadence isn’t always the super user-friendly option that many people claim it is. While it’s marketed as beginner-friendly, it still has a learning curve that can be frustrating if you’re new to website building.
What Kadence does offer is good performance at a reasonable price point. The free Kadence theme gives you a decent foundation, and when paired with their blocks plugin, you can create a functional site without spending much. This makes it an option worth considering for dietitians just starting their private practice who need to watch expenses.
The theme itself is lightweight and relatively fast, which is important when potential clients are searching for nutrition services on their phones while standing in their kitchen wondering what to eat for dinner.
The downsides:
While Kadence performs well, it’s not quite as lightning-fast as Bricks or Breakdance. You’ll also need the Pro version to unlock features that come standard with some of the other builders, like the advanced form builder.
My honest take:
Kadence is a beginner and budget-friendly option that doesn’t sacrifice too much performance. If you’re a dietitian who gets anxious about tech and wants the most straightforward experience possible, Kadence is a solid choice. The free version is genuinely useful (not just a teaser), and the Pro version is reasonably priced for what you get.
Ease of use: ★★★★☆
Performance: ★★☆☆☆
Cost: Limited free version, $59-$199/year for Pro
What makes it great for dietitians:
Elementor is probably the most widely-used page builder, which means there’s no shortage of tutorials, add-ons, and pre-designed templates – including many specifically for healthcare and wellness businesses.
The drag-and-drop interface is fairly intuitive, and the wide range of elements gives you flexibility in designing things like meal plan comparison tables or testimonial sections. The popup builder can be useful for creating lead magnets for nutrition guides or recipe books.
The downsides:
Performance is Elementor’s Achilles’ heel. Sites built with Elementor tend to load significantly slower than those built with the options above, especially on mobile. This has improved somewhat with recent updates, but it’s still not great.
Elementor also has a habit of breaking with WordPress updates, which is the last thing you want to deal with when you’re busy running your practice. I can’t tell you how many frantic emails I’ve received from dietitians whose Elementor sites suddenly displayed errors after an update.
The cost structure is another downside – while there’s a free version, it’s quite limited, and the Pro version is a recurring annual fee.
My honest take:
Despite its popularity, I can’t recommend Elementor as a first choice. While it’s not terrible, there are simply better options available today for the same or less money. If you already have an Elementor site that’s working well, there’s no urgent need to rebuild. But if you’re starting fresh, I’d recommend looking at Bricks or Breakdance first.
Ease of use: ★★★☆☆
Performance: ★★☆☆☆
Cost: $89/year or $249 lifetime
What makes it great for dietitians:
Divi was one of the first major page builders, and it does offer some features that can be useful for dietitian websites. The extensive library of pre-built layouts includes options for service pages, about pages, and contact forms that can save time when setting up your site.
The built-in email opt-in modules can be helpful for growing your email list with nutrition tips or recipe offers. And Divi’s split testing feature could be useful for testing different calls-to-action for your services.
The downsides:
Like Elementor, Divi struggles with performance issues. Pages built with Divi tend to be code-heavy and slow to load, which can frustrate potential clients.
The interface, while feature-rich, feels dated and can be confusing to navigate. Making simple changes sometimes requires digging through multiple layers of settings, which is frustrating when you just want to update your office hours or service offerings.
Divi also uses shortcodes extensively, which means if you ever switch to a different builder in the future, your content will be filled with broken code that needs to be cleaned up.
My honest take:
Divi feels like it’s coasting on its former reputation rather than innovating. While it was groundbreaking years ago, it hasn’t kept up with modern web standards and expectations. For dietitians starting a new website today, I’d recommend looking at more current options like Bricks, Breakdance, or even Kadence.
When deciding which page builder is right for your dietitian practice, consider these factors:
Dietitians often need specific content types on their websites:
Make sure the builder you choose makes it easy to create and update these elements.
Be realistic about your comfort level with technology:
Consider both short-term and long-term costs:
Some builders will get you to the finish line faster:
Based on all these factors, here’s my final ranking of WordPress page builders for dietitian private practice websites:
Best overall option for most dietitian websites, balancing ease of use, performance, and value with its one-time payment model.
Excellent option if performance is your top priority and you don’t mind a slightly steeper learning curve.
A beginner-friendly blocks based option with a generous free version, perfect for dietitians who are tech-anxious.
Still usable but increasingly outclassed by newer options, with performance issues and ongoing costs.
Showing its age, with performance concerns and a dated interface that can be frustrating to use.
Your website is often the first impression potential clients have of your practice. As a dietitian, you want that impression to reflect the same level of professionalism and care that you bring to your client relationships.
While any of these builders can create a functional website, the differences in performance, ease of use, and long-term maintenance can significantly impact both your client experience and your own sanity as a practice owner.
My top recommendation for most dietitian practices in 2025 is Bricks Builder, with Breakdance as a close second. Both offer the perfect combination of flexibility, performance, and user-friendliness that aligns with what nutrition professionals typically need from their websites.
Remember that the best website builder is ultimately the one that you can use effectively to grow your practice. If you’re already comfortable with one of these options and it’s working for you, there’s no need to switch just because something newer is available.
And if you’d rather focus on helping clients improve their nutrition than wrestling with website builders? Well, that’s what website designers who specialize in dietitian websites (like me!) are for. Sometimes the most cost-effective option is to hire someone who can build you exactly what you need, so you can focus on what you do best – helping people transform their relationship with food.
Do you have questions about choosing the right page builder for your dietitian website? Drop them in the comments below, and I’ll do my best to help!
Courtney has 15+ years of experience putting together and designing marketing materials, WordPress websites, customer experiences, and workflows that help you save time and money. She developed these skills during her years as a Director of Corporate Health Services, Group Fitness Program Manager, Lead Wellness Dietitian, fitness and yoga instructor, and her own nutrition private practice, Vickery Wellness.
She also taught undergraduate courses at the University of Georgia where she graduated with the following degrees:
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