A practical decision framework based on your team, budget, and goals.
Both Shopify and WooCommerce can run an excellent store, so the question isn't which is "better" - it's which fits you. This is the quick framework we use with clients to reach a confident answer in about a minute.
Choose Shopify if you want the simplest path to selling with the least maintenance. Choose WooCommerce if you want maximum control and to own your platform outright - and you have the technical comfort (or a developer) to look after it.
If your store is fairly standard and you'd rather not think about hosting, Shopify is usually the right first move. If control and ownership matter more, WooCommerce rewards the extra effort. And remember: you can migrate later - it's routine work, not a one-way door. If you'd like a straight recommendation for your specific store, including a realistic cost comparison, we're happy to help you decide.
Everything to tick off before you flip your store live - from payments to SEO.
TemplateA simple brief that helps us (or any agency) scope your project faster and more accurately.
ChecklistThe checks we run to make sites fast - do them yourself.