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BigCommerce vs Shopify
Our Verdict
Based on ratings, features, pricing, and capabilities, Shopify edges ahead in this comparison. Shopify offers better value and broader platform support.
Feature
BigCommerce
Shopify
Rating
⭐ 4.5/5
⭐ 4.8/5
Free Plan
Starting Price
$39/mo
$39/mo
Monthly Visits
12.0M
85.0M
API Support
Open Source
AI Capabilities
Mobile App
Desktop App
Browser Extension
Integrations
6 apps
6 apps
Team Size
ENTERPRISE
ENTERPRISE
BigCommerce Pros & Cons
Pros
- Out-of-the-box advanced features without extra apps
- No transaction fees on any plan
- Robust API rate limits for developers
Cons
- Annual sales volume caps force plan upgrades
- Theme ecosystem smaller than Shopify
Shopify Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unmatched reliability and high conversion rate
- Extensive app and theme marketplace
- Built-in hosting and global CDN
Cons
- Transaction fees if not using Shopify Payments
- Advanced customizations require Liquid knowledge
BigCommerce Key Features
- Native Multi-Storefront
- B2B Edition
- Headless Architecture APIs
- Zero Transaction Fees
- Page Builder visual editor
Shopify Key Features
- World-Class Checkout
- Shopify POS
- Shopify App Store
- Multi-Channel Selling
- Shopify Magic AI