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:
Easy setup with no technical skills needed
Reliable hosting and security handled for you
24/7 support when you need help
To focus on selling, not managing servers
Choose WooCommerce if you want:
Complete control over every aspect of your store
Deep WordPress and coding knowledge
To avoid monthly platform fees
Maximum flexibility with custom features
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