Alternatives · Online Stores
Craft Commerce alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Craft Commerce alternative for most people is Shopify (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of online store builders. The best free one is Shopware (2.4 GPA).
Craft Commerce compared with 5 alternatives: Shopify, WooCommerce, Shopware, Sylius and Saleor.
Craft Commerce is a paid product, starting at $1,199 per project (one-time, plus a Craft CMS license). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craft CommerceThis tool | From $1,199 one-time | No | Web |
| Shopify | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| WooCommerce | Free plan | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Shopware | Free plan · from €600/mo | Yes | Web |
| Sylius | Free plan | Yes | Web |
| Saleor | Free plan · from $1599/mo | Yes | Web |
How each one differs from Craft Commerce
Shopify
Hosted commerce platform for online, in-person and social selling
- Shopify starts at $29 per month, billed yearly ($39 billed monthly).
- Shopify also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Shopify also covers email campaigns and shipping labels.
Suits: Brands that sell online and in person from one stock count
WooCommerce
Free, open-source store plugin for WordPress that you host yourself
- WooCommerce has a free plan, which Craft Commerce lacks.
- WooCommerce also lists iOS and Android apps.
- WooCommerce is open source, according to its own site.
- WooCommerce does not cover inventory, which Craft Commerce does.
Suits: WordPress sites that want to add a store
Shopware
Open-source commerce platform for B2B and B2C stores
- Shopware starts at €600 per month, excl. VAT (Rise plan).
- Shopware has a free plan, which Craft Commerce lacks.
- Shopware is open source, according to its own site.
- Shopware does not cover inventory, which Craft Commerce does.
Suits: Agencies and developers who want the source code and their own hosting
Sylius
Open-source Symfony ecommerce framework for custom stores
- Sylius has a free plan, which Craft Commerce lacks.
- Sylius is open source, according to its own site.
- Sylius also covers quotes and estimates.
Suits: Symfony teams building a bespoke B2C or B2B storefront
Saleor
Open-source headless commerce with managed Cloud hosting
- Saleor starts at $1599 per month (Cloud Select, up to $200,000 monthly GMV).
- Saleor has a free plan, which Craft Commerce lacks.
- Saleor is open source, according to its own site.
- Saleor does not cover inventory, which Craft Commerce does.
Suits: Growing or high-volume merchants that want a custom headless build
Limits worth knowing in Craft Commerce
- Pricing excludes the Craft CMS license, which is bought separately.
- Updates after the first year cost $299 a year per project.
- It is built around templates and code, so it needs a developer rather than a point-and-click setup.
- Pro is capped at five stores and five inventory locations; more needs the sales-led Enterprise plan.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Craft Commerce?
The alternatives to Craft Commerce in this directory are Shopify, WooCommerce, Shopware, Sylius and Saleor. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Craft Commerce.
Is there a free alternative to Craft Commerce?
Yes. WooCommerce, Shopware, Sylius and Saleor have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Craft Commerce alternatives work on Android?
The Craft Commerce listing does not include an Android app. Shopify and WooCommerce list one.
Which Craft Commerce alternatives work on iOS?
The Craft Commerce listing does not include an iOS app. Shopify and WooCommerce list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Craft Commerce?
WooCommerce, Shopware, Sylius and Saleor are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.