Free Shopify AlternativesE-commerce Systems & Online Store Builders like Shopify

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   PrestaShop

    84 likes

   PrestaShop is an open-source e-commerce free software powering nearly 200,000 online stores. are built using this software around the world. Translated into more than 60 languages.The success of PrestaShop software is thanks to countless hours by numerous contributors from...

   172 PrestaShop alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application typeApplication types

   • E-commerce System
   • Online Store Builder

   Origin

   • France
   • EU

   Since

   • Since 2010

   Platforms

   • Windows
   • Mac
   • Linux
   • Online
   • Self-Hosted
   • PHP

   

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   Negative comment by Mohit Gupta · Jan 31, 2023

   I don't like prestashop as an alternative because it is not an ecommerce platform, only open source free software which not excessively free to users, mainly it has limited online store builder platform where do not have access to make editor.

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   • PrestaShop is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
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   WooCommerce

    68 likes

   Open-source ecommerce solution for WordPress supporting physical products, digital downloads, services, bookings, and subscriptions, with extensive extension marketplace, customizable storefronts, multiple payment gateways, analytics, inventory tools, and developer support.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application typeApplication types

   • E-commerce System
   • Online Store Builder

   Origin

   • United States

   Since

   • Since 2012

   Platforms

   • Self-Hosted
   • Wordpress
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • iPad
   • Android Tablet

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Positive comment by Arief Rakhman · Dec 28, 2016

   It's best for people familiar with Wordpress before any other website platform

   Positive comment by Amr K · Dec 25, 2021

   I absolutely love WooCommerce, It's free , well documented, has a community and great for people who already know Wordpress which powers nearly 1/3 of world websites.

   Positive comment by Tobin · Feb 12, 2022

   WooCommerce is free (but you need WordPress hosting which is around $3/month), there are tons of free plugins and themes and there is loads of online support, WooCommerce is the most popular eCommerce solution in the world, even more popular than shopify.

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   • WooCommerce is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
   • WooCommerce is Privacy focusedShopify is not according to our users
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   Thirty Bees

    66 likes

   thirty bees is an open source e-commerce software that empowers merchants to focus less on their shop and more on their business. Having a fast, responsive, bug free e-commerce site is essential now, and thirty bees fills that void.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application typeApplication types

   • E-commerce System
   • Online Store Builder

   Origin

   • United States

   Since

   • Since 2017

   Platforms

   • Online
   • Self-Hosted
   • Cloudways

   • United States

   

   

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   Positive comment by Guest · Apr 22, 2018

   It is open source and does not have the limitations that shopify has as far as what the actual software can do. It also does not have the monthly fees and per transaction fees that shopify has.

   Positive comment by Guest · Apr 23, 2018

   Very reliable and really fast.

   Positive comment by Guest · Nov 13, 2021

   The open-source keeps my costs down, but there is a lot of support if needed. The platform is intuitive and the community is fabulous.

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   • Thirty Bees is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
   • Thirty Bees is LightweightShopify is not according to our users
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   OpenCart

    74 likes

   OpenCart is an open source PHP-based online shopping cart system. A robust e-commerce solution for Internet merchants with the ability to create their own online business and participate in e-commerce at a minimal cost.

   Cost / License

   • Free
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • E-commerce System

   Origin

   • Hong Kong

   Since

   • Since 2009

   Platforms

   • Online
   • Self-Hosted
   • PHP

   

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   Negative comment by arastta · Oct 7, 2015

   OpenCart is self-hosted while Shopify is cloud based.

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   • OpenCart is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
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   Adobe Commerce

    57 likes

   An e-commerce solution offering scalable, multi-brand experiences and personalized stores, Adobe Commerce supports high traffic, global expansion with localization, and integrates seamlessly with ERP, CRM, and more. It provides robust security, handles B2B and B2C businesses, and features an extensive marketplace.

   Cost / License

   • Free Personal
   • Open Source

   Application type

   • E-commerce System

   Origin

   • United States

   Since

   • Since 2009

   Platforms

   • Linux
   • Online
   • Self-Hosted

   • United States

   

   

   

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   Wix.com

    66 likes

   Create fully customizable websites using a browser-based drag & drop interface with no downloads or programming required, thousands of editable templates, options for blogs and online stores, multimedia support, and direct online publishing for any use case.

   450 Wix.com alternatives

   Cost / License

   • Freemium
   • Proprietary

   Application typeApplication types

   • Website Builder
   • Blog Publishing

   Origin

   • Israel

   Since

   • Since 2010

   Platforms

   • Online
   • Software as a Service (SaaS)
   • Android
   • iPhone
   • iPad
   • Android Tablet

   • Israel

   

   

   

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   Negative comment by tvgoing1 · Jun 12, 2022

   expensive, you need to buy domain, buy the higher plan and it's forever locked into Wix. Not worth it

   Negative comment by 01 z0 · Mar 10, 2026

   Wix is a website builder with optional features. It's not a shop-solution per se. It's like saying jimdo.com would be an alternative to Prestashop. Maybe they have modules to also integrate shops but its not their core business.

   Negative comment by Guest · Sep 22, 2024

   You have to buy a domain and its on a higher paying tier, not a free alternative

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   • Wix.com is Freemium and ProprietaryShopify is Paid and Proprietary
   • Wix.com is a Website Builder Shopify is an E-commerce System
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    Your Next Store

     13 likes

    Create an online store with our modern Next.js boilerplate, using just Stripe as the backend - it’s simple, quick, and powerful. We aim to provide the fastest shopping experience. Built with TypeScript, App Router & shadcn UI components.

    74 Your Next Store alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    • E-commerce System

    Origin

    • United States

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Node.JS

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Medusa

     6 likes

    Medusa is an open-source headless commerce engine that enables developers to create amazing digital commerce experiences.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS

    

    

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    Sell.app

     25 likes

    Sell.app is the easiest way to sell digital products online. Spin up your own storefront in just a few minutes and start selling instantly.

    79 Sell.app alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • E-commerce System
    • Online Store Builder

    Origin

    • United States

    Since

    • Since 2021

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Square Online

     1 like

    Multi-channel eCommerce platform with customizable themes, Square integration, and features like mobile-first design, SEO tools, shipping discounts, and local delivery. It supports Afterpay, email promos, loyalty programs, and eGift card sales, enhancing online retail.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • Website Builder
    • Online Store Builder

    Origin

    • United States

    Since

    • Since 2019

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)

    • United States

    

    

    

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    Payhip

     22 likes

    E-commerce platform designed for selling ebooks and digital products effortlessly. Supports online courses, coaching services, and memberships. Manages files, payments, storage, and delivery to enhance user sales experiences.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application typeApplication types

    • E-commerce System
    • Online Store Builder

    Origin

    • United Kingdom

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Online

    • United Kingdom

    

    

    

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    Saleor

     14 likes

    A GraphQL-first eCommerce platform for perfectionists. It is open sourced, PWA-ready and looks beautiful.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (BSD-3-Clause)

    Application type

    • E-commerce System

    Origin

    • Poland
    • EU

    Since

    • Since 2017

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Django

    • Poland
    • EU

    

    

    

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