Earthlink supplies an ONLINE version of Trellix. This is quite limited and does keep you tied to their hosting service since the builder software is on their website.
It is quick and easy, but has great limitations that are irritating the longer you stay.
The biggest problem: can not move to anyone else without rebuilding site.
If you use a software installed on your own computer you have freedom to choose where and when you publish.
Xara's Web Designer Premium is an excellent choice. AND it does come with a
free hosting account if you want to use it. Take a look at the features of the program here:
http://www.xara.com/us/products/webdesigner/features/The good thing is that you can use the freebie space and later move to a paid space if you want. Your choice, and still get to use YOUR software and equipment.
I use
TotalChoiceHosting.com for Samisite.com The current rate is $44/year (averages to $3.66/mo) with unlimited emails, lots of storage, and extras, decent up-time, forum and support. Still satisified after 8 years...
I would NOT recommend GoDaddy.com as it appears cheap, but the control panel is a nightmare AND everything is an add-on, extra cost. And Spam "On Sale/Special, etc" up the wazoo! I work with a ton of hosts. And you just have to find one that fits YOU, your needs and website.
And I still pay Earthlink so I can use my old
mindspring email address (earthlink bought them out years ago). Very cheap and since I have used it since 1999, the address is tied to a ton of things!!!