Which Is Better for You?

Shopify vs
WooCommerce

Compare features, costs, and ease of use to pick the right platform for your store.

The Comparison

Ease of Use

Shopify wins. Set up in minutes with no coding. Everything works out of the box. WooCommerce requires WordPress knowledge, hosting setup, and plugin configuration.

Cost

Tie. Shopify costs $29-299/month all-in. WooCommerce is free but you pay for hosting ($10-50/month), themes, and plugins. Total costs end up similar for most stores.

Design & Themes

Shopify wins. Themes are built specifically for e-commerce and mobile-optimized. WooCommerce has more theme options but quality varies widely.

Apps & Extensions

Tie. Both have thousands of apps. Shopify's are easier to install. WooCommerce plugins offer more customization.

Payment Processing

Shopify wins. Built-in payments with no transaction fees on Shopify Payments. WooCommerce requires third-party gateways with per-transaction fees.

SEO

WooCommerce wins slightly. More control over technical SEO with WordPress. Shopify's SEO is solid but less flexible.

Support

Shopify wins. 24/7 support via chat, email, and phone. WooCommerce relies on community forums and paid support.

Scalability

Shopify wins. Handles high traffic automatically. No server management needed. WooCommerce requires hosting upgrades as you grow.

Our Recommendation

Choose Shopify if you want:

Choose WooCommerce if you want:

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We’ll build your store in 2-4 weeks and have you selling fast.

FAQ

Can I switch from WooCommerce to Shopify?

Yes. We handle migrations and move all your products, customers, and orders.

Most clients see improved conversion rates within 2 weeks. Ad campaigns typically show positive ROI in 30-60 days.

Most clients see improved conversion rates within 2 weeks. Ad campaigns typically show positive ROI in 30-60 days.