The 11 cheapest ecommerce · platforms

The cheapest provider in the Top 11 The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms is WooCommerce, followed by Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart).

Why this answer

Sorted by published starting price, lowest first. We use each provider's lowest documented price band; where pricing is undisclosed, the entry falls to the bottom of the list.

Showing the top 11 of 11+ screened. Methodology at /methodology.

  1. #1WooCommerce(rank #3 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    The top open-source choice for WordPress, offering unparalleled customization and control for technical users.

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  2. #2Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart)(rank #7 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    Offers a uniquely comprehensive free plan for US businesses using its native payment gateway.

    Full Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart) review · Alternatives

  3. #3Ecwid by Lightspeed(rank #9 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    A flexible widget to add a store to any existing website or social page.

    Full Ecwid by Lightspeed review · Alternatives

  4. #4PrestaShop(rank #10 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    A feature-rich open-source platform with strong European adoption and a large marketplace.

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  5. #5Saleor(rank #11 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    A modern, open-source headless platform for developers building custom, high-performance shopping experiences.

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  6. #6Squarespace Commerce(rank #6 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $23/mo+

    The leader in stunning design templates, perfect for visually-driven brands and creators.

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  7. #7Wix eCommerce(rank #5 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $27/mo+

    An easy-to-use website builder with strong ecommerce features and unmatched design flexibility.

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  8. #8Shopify(rank #1 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $29/mo+

    The market leader for its powerful simplicity, vast app store, and scalability for any size business.

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  9. #9BigCommerce(rank #2 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $29/mo+

    A feature-rich platform with strong SEO, ideal for mid-market brands wanting to avoid transaction fees.

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  10. #10Volusion(rank #8 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $35/mo+

    A straightforward platform with a strong focus on built-in reporting and analytics.

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  11. #11Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento)(rank #4 in The 11 Best Ecommerce Platforms)

    $22,000/mo+

    A powerful, highly scalable enterprise platform for complex businesses with dedicated development teams.

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