Launching an online store is one of the best decisions a business can make — but choosing the wrong platform can cost you years of effort and significant money to undo.
Shopify
Shopify is the world's most popular hosted ecommerce platform.
Best for: Businesses that want to launch quickly with limited technical resources.
Pricing: Plans start at ₹1,994/month. Plus transaction fees if not using Shopify Payments (not available in India).
Indian payment gateways: Razorpay, PayU, CCAvenue, Cashfree — all integrate well.
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is a free WordPress plugin that turns any WordPress site into an online store.
Best for: Businesses that already have WordPress or need deep customisation.
Pricing: Free plugin, but you need hosting (₹3,000–₹12,000/year).
Custom Ecommerce (Next.js + Headless)
A fully custom store gives you total control over performance, UX, and business logic.
Best for: High-growth businesses with complex requirements.
Pricing: Higher upfront cost (₹1,50,000–₹5,00,000+) but minimal ongoing fees.
Our Recommendation by Business Type
- Starting out (0–50 orders/month): Shopify Basic
- Growing business (50–500 orders/month): WooCommerce or Shopify
- Scaling business (500+ orders/month): Custom build
- B2B or marketplace: Always custom
Don't Forget GST Integration
Every Indian ecommerce store needs GST-compliant invoices, HSN codes, and proper tax collection by state.
The right ecommerce platform is not the most popular one — it is the one that fits your business model, your team's capabilities, and your growth plans.
Talk to us and we'll help you make the right choice.
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