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WooCommerce vs Shopify
Compare true ownership costs, scalability, and flexibility to find the platform that fits your store — whether under or over 1,000 SKUs.
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Introduction: Why Cost of Ownership Matters
Choosing between WooCommerce and Shopify isn’t just about features — it’s about long-term costs, flexibility, and growth potential.
Many store owners launch on Shopify for simplicity, then migrate to WooCommerce later when costs pile up. Others prefer WooCommerce for flexibility but underestimate the need for technical setup.
This guide breaks down the true cost of ownership for both platforms — whether you’re running a boutique store with <1,000 SKUs or scaling an enterprise store with 10,000+ products.
Shopify vs WooCommerce: Pros & Cons
Shopify
Pros
- Hosted platform — no need to manage servers
- Easy setup with themes and apps
- 24/7 support
Cons
- Monthly subscription fees
- Transaction fees, unless using Shopify Payments
- Limited customization compared to WooCommerce
WooCommerce
Pros
- Free WordPress + WooCommerce core
- Full ownership — no transaction fees
- Unlimited customization with plugins & code
Cons
- Hosting & maintenance costs fall on you
- Requires technical setup or a dev partner
- Plugin conflicts if unmanaged
Shopify vs WooCommerce: Cost Breakdown
Shopify
Shopify Costs Under 1,000 SKUs
- Basic Shopify plan: $39/month
- Apps (SEO, product add-ons, subscriptions): $50–$200/month
- Themes: $200–$350 one-time
- Annual ownership: $1,500–$3,000
Shopify Costs Over 1,000 SKUs
- Advanced Shopify / Plus: $399–$2,000+/month
- Higher app usage ($500+/month)
- Enterprise-level themes, API add-ons
- Annual ownership: $10,000–$50,000+
WooCommerce
WooCommerce Costs Under 1,000 SKUs
- Hosting: $20–$100/month
- Premium theme: $50–$300 one-time
- Plugins (SEO, payments, shipping): $200–$500/year
- Development support (optional): $1,000–$3,000 one-time
- Annual ownership: $1,200–$5,000
WooCommerce Costs Over 1,000 SKUs
- VPS/dedicated hosting: $200–$1,000/month
- Advanced plugins & integrations: $2,000–$5,000/year
- Development & maintenance retainers: $500–$2,000/month
- Annual ownership: $10,000–$30,000+
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Which One Should You Choose?
Small Stores (<1,000 SKUs):
Shopify is easier to launch quickly, but WooCommerce is more cost-effective long-term and offers greater flexibility for custom features.
Large Stores (>1,000 SKUs):
WooCommerce provides full ownership, lower scaling costs, and flexibility when paired with a skilled development partner. Shopify Plus is simpler but comes with higher recurring fees.
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Why Work With Reliqus for WooCommerce Development?
Seamless Shopify Migration
We ensure seamless migrations from Shopify to WooCommerce while preserving your SEO rankings. Your traffic and search visibility remain intact.
Hosting & Plugin Strategy
Our experts design hosting setups and plugin selections that minimize costs without compromising performance or scalability.
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Certified WooCommerce developers
Work with experienced, certified WooCommerce specialists. We follow best practices to build secure, high-performing, and scalable stores.
Ongoing WooCommerce Scaling
From expanding product catalogs to handling high traffic, we provide continuous support and optimization to keep your store growing smoothly.
Stop guessing between Shopify and WooCommerce. Let our experts analyze your store and recommend the most cost-effective solution for your growth stage.
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FAQs: WooCommerce vs Shopify Costs
Not always — Shopify is cheaper upfront for small stores, but WooCommerce often wins for long-term scaling.
Not strictly, but most stores benefit from a developer for setup, scaling, and plugin management.
Yes. We handle product, customer, and order migration while preserving SEO.
WooCommerce (WordPress) is generally stronger for SEO because of full content control and plugins.
Shopify Plus often exceeds $50,000/year, while WooCommerce enterprise setups can be maintained under $30,000/year with ownership.
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