Different tools. Every feature built specifically for online selling.
Wix is a website builder with e-commerce added later.
Ease of Use
Tie. Both are beginner-friendly with drag-and-drop builders.
Design Flexibility
Wix wins slightly. More design freedom with positioning. Shopify themes are more structured but mobile-optimized.
E-commerce Features
Shopify wins. Advanced inventory, variants, multi-channel selling, abandoned cart, and more.
Wix has basic selling features suitable for small catalogs.
Apps & Extensions
Shopify wins. Shopify wins. 8,000+ apps specifically for e-commerce.
Wix has fewer e-commerce apps with less functionality.
Transaction Fees
Shopify wins. No transaction fees with Shopify Payments. Wix charges transaction fees unless you're on their highest plan.
Scalability
Shopify wins. Handles thousands of products and high traffic.
Wix works for small stores but struggles with large catalogs.