Alternatives · Online Stores
WooCommerce alternatives
WooCommerce compared with 8 alternatives: Shopify, PrestaShop, BigCommerce, Ecwid, WordPress.com and 3 more.
WooCommerce has a free plan. 2 of the 8 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 5 more offer a free trial.
8 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 18, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| WooCommerceThis tool | Free plan | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Shopify | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| PrestaShop | Free plan · from €24/mo | Yes | Web |
| BigCommerce | Free trial · from $29/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Ecwid | From $5/mo | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| WordPress.com | Free plan · from $4/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| SHOPLINE | Free trial · from $41/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Subbly | Free trial · from $51/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Volusion | Free trial · from $35/mo | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from WooCommerce
- Free trial · from $29/mo
Shopify
Hosted commerce platform for online, in-person and social selling
- WooCommerce has a free plan. Shopify does not, though it has a free trial.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Shopify also covers email campaigns, inventory and shipping labels.
Suits: Brands that sell online and in person from one stock count
- Free plan · from €24/mo
PrestaShop
Open-source ecommerce software, free to self-host or sold hosted
- Only WooCommerce lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Developers and agencies building custom stores for clients
- Free trial · from $29/mo
BigCommerce
Hosted ecommerce platform with plans set by yearly sales
- WooCommerce has a free plan. BigCommerce does not, though it has a free trial.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- BigCommerce also covers reports and inventory.
Suits: Stores that want many built-in features without adding paid apps
- From $5/mo
Ecwid
Online store you can add to any website or run as its own site
- WooCommerce has a free plan. Ecwid does not.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Ecwid also covers inventory, digital downloads and shipping labels.
Suits: Owners of an existing website who want to add a store without rebuilding
- Free plan · from $4/mo
WordPress.com
Hosted WordPress with themes, plugins and a free plan
- Only WordPress.com lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- WordPress.com also covers templates, no-code and email campaigns.
- WooCommerce also covers online store.
Suits: Bloggers and writers who want WordPress without running a server
- Free trial · from $41/mo
SHOPLINE
Ecommerce platform joining online, social and in-store selling
- WooCommerce has a free plan. SHOPLINE does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only WooCommerce lists iOS and Android apps.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- SHOPLINE also covers reports, email campaigns and inventory.
Suits: Retailers selling online, on social channels and in physical shops
- Free trial · from $51/mo
Subbly
Store and subscription platform for subscription-box businesses
- WooCommerce has a free plan. Subbly does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only WooCommerce lists iOS and Android apps.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Subbly also covers AI agents, inventory and shipping labels.
Suits: Subscription-box, meal-kit and replenishment businesses
- Free trial · from $35/mo
Volusion
Hosted ecommerce platform for small and mid-sized online stores
- WooCommerce has a free plan. Volusion does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only WooCommerce lists iOS and Android apps.
- WooCommerce is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Volusion also covers reports and inventory.
Suits: Small and mid-sized stores that want hosting, checkout and stock in one plan
Limits worth knowing in WooCommerce
- You need WordPress and web hosting from a provider you choose; Woo puts hosting for most stores at $25 to $350 a month.
- Many features come as paid extensions, which Woo says cost $29 to $299 a year each.
- Card fees depend on the processor; Woo gives about 2.5% to 2.9% + 30¢ per transaction for its own WooPayments.
- Because the store runs on your own hosting, updates, backups and security fall to you or your host.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to WooCommerce?
The alternatives to WooCommerce in this directory are Shopify, PrestaShop, BigCommerce, Ecwid, WordPress.com, SHOPLINE, Subbly and Volusion. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with WooCommerce.
Is there a free alternative to WooCommerce?
Yes. PrestaShop and WordPress.com have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which WooCommerce alternatives work on Windows?
The WooCommerce listing does not include a Windows app. WordPress.com lists one.
Which WooCommerce alternatives work on macOS?
The WooCommerce listing does not include a macOS app. WordPress.com lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Oct 18, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.