Shopify vs WooCommerce
Comparing the top e-commerce platforms.
Shopify
Shopify is a hosted e-commerce platform. Everything is included—hosting, security, and updates.
- Easy to set up and use
- Reliable hosting included
- Monthly subscription fee
- Transaction fees on some plans
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WooCommerce
WooCommerce is a WordPress plugin. It's open-source and self-hosted.
- Free to install (but hosting costs)
- Full control over your store
- Huge plugin ecosystem
- Requires more technical management
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Cost Comparison
- Shopify: $29-299/month + transaction fees
- WooCommerce: Free plugin + hosting ($20-200/month)
Recommendation
Choose Shopify if you want simplicity and don't want to manage technical details.
Choose WooCommerce if you need maximum customization or already use WordPress.