Shopify vs. WordPress

Shopify or WordPress for your SMB’s website?

Which is better for your business?

• Shopify: a fully managed, all-in-one commercial platform. It works right out of the box.
• WordPress: a free, open-source software. You control the hosting, security, and design.

Differences At-A-Glance

Feature	Shopify	WordPress (with WooCommerce)
Setup Speed	Fast. Ready in hours.	Slow. Requires technical configuration.
Monthly Cost	Fixed. $29–$299+/month plus apps.	Variable. $5–$50/month for hosting.
Transaction Fees	Yes. Charges 0.5%–2% if not using Shopify Payments.	No. Only standard credit card processing fees.
Design Control	Restricted. Locked into structured templates.	Infinite. Complete control over every pixel.
Media Handling	Basic. Optimized for standard product images.	Advanced. Perfect for audio, video, and PDFs.
Maintenance	Hands-off. Automatic updates and hosting security.	Hands-on. You must update plugins and backups.