Free Shopify AlternativesTop E-commerce Systems & Online Store Builders like Shopify

The best free alternative to Shopify is Thirty Bees, which is also Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Shopify and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Shopify are PrestaShop, WooCommerce, Adobe Commerce and OpenCart.

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  1. Thirty Bees icon

    Thirty Bees

     64 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 types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudways
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    Thirty Bees vs Shopify Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    1

    Very reliable and really fast.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Thirty Bees is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
    • Thirty Bees is LightweightShopify is not according to our users
  2. PrestaShop icon

    PrestaShop

     80 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...

    150 PrestaShop alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
     
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    PrestaShop vs Shopify Comments
    Mohit Gupta
    Negative
    0

    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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • PrestaShop is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
  4. WooCommerce icon

    WooCommerce

     62 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.

    207 WooCommerce alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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    WooCommerce vs Shopify Comments
    Arief Rakhman
    Positive
    0

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

    Tobin
    Positive
    0

    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.

    Amr K
    Positive
    0

    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.

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

    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 r...

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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

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  7. OpenCart icon

    OpenCart

     73 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

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
     
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    OpenCart vs Shopify Comments
    arastta
    Negative
    -13

    OpenCart is self-hosted while Shopify is cloud based.

    • OpenCart is Free and Open SourceShopify is Paid and Proprietary
  8. Wix.com icon

    Wix.com

     65 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.

    356 Wix.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Wix.com vs Shopify Comments
    tvgoing1
    Negative
    1

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

    Guest
    Negative
    1

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

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    01 z0
    Negative
    0

    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.

    • Wix.com is Freemium and ProprietaryShopify is Paid and Proprietary
  10. Your Next Store icon

    Your Next Store

     10 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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Node.JS
    • Online
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  11. Square Online icon

    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 types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  12. Sell.app icon

    Sell.app

     24 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.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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    Medusa

     5 likes

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

    113 Medusa alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
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  14. Payhip icon

    Payhip

     20 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.

    130 Payhip alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    Your store, your way Thoughtful features that help your brand shine.
     
  15. Jimdo icon

    Jimdo

     25 likes

    Design fully responsive websites and online shops with drag-and-drop customization, secure hosting, free and paid tiers, ecommerce capabilities, social integration, templates, contact tools, real-time editing previews, mobile optimization, and no coding required.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

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