E-commerce Platform Guide

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Find the right e-commerce platform for your business. We compare Shopify, WooCommerce, and Wix so you can start selling confidently.

What do you want to sell?

Easy to use

Set up your store in under an hour, no coding required.

Built-in payments

Accept credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and 100+ methods.

Sell anywhere

Website, TikTok, Instagram, Amazon — one dashboard.

Platform comparison

Shopify vs WooCommerce vs Wix

FeatureShopifyWooCommerceWix
Price$29–$299/moFree + hosting$17–$35/mo
Intro offer$1/mo × 3 moNoneFree plan
Ease of useExcellentModerateVery good
Support24/7Community onlyEmail/chat
Apps1,000+55,000 plugins300+
Transaction fees0% with Shopify Pay0%0%

4M+

businesses on Shopify

175+

countries supported

3

platforms we compare

We compare each platform on real-world setup time, total cost (including hosting and fees), and which use cases it actually fits — so the recommendation you see is the one we'd give a friend, not the one that pays the most.

Common questions

Is Shopify free?

Shopify is not free, but new merchants can get their first 3 months for just $1/month. After that, paid plans start at $29/month.

Can I sell on multiple channels with Shopify?

Yes. Shopify lets you sell on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Amazon, and more from a single dashboard.

Is Shopify better than WooCommerce?

Neither is universally better — it depends on what you value. Shopify is easier to set up and fully managed for you. WooCommerce gives you full ownership and unlimited customization, in exchange for managing your own WordPress hosting.

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