What is the difference between Premier and Encore?

Bryan N.

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Learn the differences between Kajabi's Page Editors, Premier and Encore, to determine the Page Editor version that is right for you!


In this article:


What is the Page Editor?

The Page Editor houses the tools and features you can use to customize your Website Pages and Landing Pages.

Kajabi offers two versions of the Page editor, Premier, and Encore.

To learn how to access the Page Editor here.


What is Premier?

Premier is the legacy Page Editor.

Premier offers a streamlined approach to website and page design, while Encore offers more customization options.

Premier website and landing page themes are referred to as "Legacy Themes".

You will need to choose a Legacy Theme if you wish to build a website or landing page in Premier.

Learn more about Legacy Themes.

The Premier Page Editor includes:

Sections Descriptions
Accordion Compile a list of FAQ's or general information you want to share with your users.
Assessment Collect information from your users or test their knowledge using one of your Assessments.
Blog Posts Show recent posts from your Blog in reverse chronological order.
Countdown Timer Use this section to show when an event is going to begin or to countdown to an offer expiration date.
Call To Action A response button that can redirect the user to a page, offer checkout, trigger a download, open a two step optin, or lead to any url.
Custom Content Use this section to create your own layout—add text, images, videos, a call to action, or enter your own custom code.
Facebook Comments Add a comment section that will be linked to the user’s Facebook account.
Event Showcase an upcoming Event using a countdown timer or a call to action leading to the registration page.
Event Video Use this section to host your Event Video and curate the experience before, during, and after the Event.
Features An overview of specific items using visuals and text.
Heading A simple and clean area to title or preface the other sections of your page.
Hero Use this section to introduce users to the purpose or goal of your page.
Image Add a visual to showcase your brand or product.
Image Gallery Add multiple visuals to showcase your brand or product.
Link List A series of links shown in addition to the navigation link list in the header.
Logo List A series of logos—this section is often used to feature different agencies or companies you have worked with.
Multi Video Launch  Use this section to showcase a series of videos marketing a product launch or new offer.
Offers  Create Offer cards that link to your checkout page.
Opt-In Form  Collect the names and email addresses from your users.
Opt-in Form Bar  A different style of lead collection with more opportunity to describe and entice.
Pricing Options  Use this section to outline whats included with different subscription plans  or pricing options
Showcase  Grab attention and show off your product or service with this section.
Slideshow  Add visuals to bring attention to your different products and offers.
Social Cards  Use this section to link to your different social media pages.
Spacer  A section to create space and organize content.
Testimonials  Add praise from your users and reviews of your product or service.
Text  Use this section to describe your products or services.
Text & Image  Pair text with an image to illustrate a particular feature, benefit, or product.
Video  Upload a video to show case your brand or product.
Video Embed  Use this section to embed videos hosted on other services like Vimeo and YouTube. 

What is Encore?

Encore is our newest Page Editor and is constantly being updated with new features.

It is alternatively referred to as our New Website Builder. Choosing Encore will ensure you are getting the newest features we offer, as well as advanced customization options.

Read how to switch from Premier to the New Website Builder in this article!


Premier vs. Encore

While both Premier and Encore offer wonderful customization options and all you need to set up your website and landing pages, there are some key differences in the features offered between the two Page Editors.  

This table shows the features offered by each Page Editor and which feature is available with each Page Editor:

Features Encore Premier
Page starting point selection such as Home, Launch, Opt-in, Download, Video CTA, Long Form Sales, and Blank Canvas Page
No Yes
Accordion vs FAQ
Both Accordion
Block Width Adjustment Yes No
Desktop/Mobile Layout Option Yes No
Categorized + Add Section Feature Yes No
Search Bar in Edit Page Yes No
Facebook Comment Section No Yes
Animations Yes No
Mobile/Desktop Hide Option Yes No
Feature Card Yes No
Youtube Live Feature No Yes
Slideshow Feature Yes Yes
Color Scheme/Typography vs Style Guide Style Guide Color Scheme/Typography
Custom CSS Yes No
Progress Bar for Two-Step Opt-in No Yes
Video in Two-Step Opt-in Yes No
CTA for Exit Pop Up Window Yes Yes
Form for Exit Pop Up Window Yes No
"Most Popular/Featured" Banner Above Pricing Card No Yes
Header "Fixed on Scroll" option Yes No
Video background on Mobile Yes No
Add alt text to images Yes No
Testimonial carousel Yes Yes

Still have questions? Let us know your question below to have it added to the list or reach out to Support if you need additional assistance. Thanks for being the best part of Kajabi!

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