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26 alternatives to Shopify

Shopify is a E-commerce product. The community recommends 26 alternatives: 24 open source, 26 self-hostable and 24 free to use. They are ranked by community votes, ratings and favorites, with the key differences from Shopify highlighted.

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About Shopify

Hosted e-commerce platform for building online stores, with payments, inventory, shipping and point-of-sale tools.

Closed source
Not self-hostable
Subscription
Web
iOS
Android
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Quick picks

Aimeos logo

Best open-source pick

Aimeos

Open source, LGPL-3.0, MIT license

Aimeos logo

Best self-hosted pick

Aimeos

Run it on your own server

Aimeos logo

Best free pick

Aimeos

Free to use

All alternatives

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    Aimeos

    E-commerce

    E-commerce framework for building custom online shops, market places and complex B2B applications scaling to billions of items with Laravel.

    Open source · LGPL-3.0, MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Bagisto

    E-commerce

    Leading Laravel open source e-commerce framework with multi-inventory sources, taxation, localization, dropshipping and more exciting features.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    3.

    CoreShop

    E-commerce

    E-commerce plugin for Pimcore.

    Open source · GPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    EverShop

    E-commerce

    E-commerce platform with essential commerce features. Modular architecture and fully customizable.

    Open source · GPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    FoodCoopShop

    Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA)

    User-friendly software for food-coops.

    Open source · AGPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Litecart

    E-commerce

    Shopping cart in 1 file (with support for payment by card or cryptocurrency).

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Magento Open Source

    E-commerce

    Leading provider of open omnichannel innovation.

    Open source · OSL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    MedusaJs

    E-commerce

    Headless commerce engine that enables developers to create amazing digital commerce experiences.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    9.

    Microweber

    E-commerce

    Drag and Drop CMS and online shop.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    10.

    myCart

    E-commerce

    🛒 myCart - shopping cart in 1 file with card and cryptocurrency payment support

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Open Food Network

    Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA)

    Online marketplace for local food. It enables a network of independent online food stores that connect farmers and food hubs with individuals and local businesses.

    Open source · AGPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Open Source POS

    E-commerce

    Open Source Point of Sale is a web based point of sale system.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    13.

    OpenCart

    E-commerce

    Shopping cart solution.

    Open source · GPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    14.

    OXID eShop

    E-commerce

    OXID eShop is a flexible open source e-commerce software with a wide range of functionalities.

    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Pimcore

    Content Management Systems (CMS)

    Multi-Channel Experience and Engagement Management Platform.

    Open source · GPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    PrestaShop

    E-commerce

    PrestaShop offers a free, open-source and fully scalable e-commerce solution.

    Open source · OSL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    17.

    s-cart

    E-commerce

    S-Cart is a free e-commerce website project for individuals and businesses, built on top of Laravel Framework.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    18.

    Saleor

    E-commerce

    Django based open-sourced e-commerce storefront.

    Open source · BSD-3-Clause
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    19.

    Sharetribe

    E-commerce

    Open-source platform to create your own peer-to-peer marketplace, also available with SaaS model.

    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    DetailsWebsite
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    20.

    Shopware Community Edition

    E-commerce

    PHP based open source e-commerce software made in Germany.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    21.

    Solidus

    E-commerce

    A free, open-source ecommerce platform that gives you complete control over your store.

    Open source · BSD-3-Clause
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Spree Commerce

    E-commerce

    Spree is a complete, modular & API-driven open source e-commerce solution for Ruby on Rails.

    Open source · BSD-3-Clause
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Sylius

    E-commerce

    Symfony2 powered open source full-stack platform for eCommerce.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    24.

    Thelia

    E-commerce

    Thelia is an open source and flexible e-commerce solution.

    Open source · LGPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    Vendure

    E-commerce

    A headless commerce framework.

    Open source · MIT
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite
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    WooCommerce

    E-commerce

    WordPress based e-commerce solution.

    Open source · GPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Shopify

    • + Open source (Shopify is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Shopify is not)
    • + Free to use (Shopify is paid)
    DetailsWebsite

Shopify vs. alternatives

ServiceOpen sourceSelf-hostedLicensePricingPlatformsRatingVotes
Shopify
Current
NoNoproprietarySubscriptionWeb / iOS / Android——
AimeosYesYesLGPL-3.0, MIT———0
BagistoYesYesMIT———0
CoreShopYesYesGPL-3.0———0
EverShopYesYesGPL-3.0———0
FoodCoopShopYesYesAGPL-3.0———0
LitecartYesYesMIT———0
Magento Open SourceYesYesOSL-3.0———0
MedusaJsYesYesMIT———0
MicroweberYesYesMIT———0
myCartYesYesMIT———0
Open Food NetworkYesYesAGPL-3.0———0
Open Source POSYesYesMIT———0
OpenCartYesYesGPL-3.0———0
OXID eShopNoYesproprietary———0
PimcoreYesYesGPL-3.0———0
PrestaShopYesYesOSL-3.0———0
s-cartYesYesMIT———0
SaleorYesYesBSD-3-Clause———0
SharetribeNoYesproprietary———0
Shopware Community EditionYesYesMIT———0
SolidusYesYesBSD-3-Clause———0
Spree CommerceYesYesBSD-3-Clause———0
SyliusYesYesMIT———0
TheliaYesYesLGPL-3.0———0
VendureYesYesMIT———0
WooCommerceYesYesGPL-3.0———0

FAQ

What is the best alternative to Shopify?

Community-recommended alternatives to Shopify include Aimeos, Bagisto, CoreShop, EverShop, FoodCoopShop, and Litecart. Compare open source, self-hosting, pricing and platforms to choose.

Is there a free alternative to Shopify?

Yes. Aimeos, Bagisto, CoreShop, EverShop, FoodCoopShop, and Litecart can be used for free; the open-source, self-hostable ones can be run on your own server at no cost.

Is there an open-source alternative to Shopify?

Yes. Open-source alternatives include Aimeos, Bagisto, CoreShop, EverShop, FoodCoopShop, and Litecart.

Can I self-host an alternative to Shopify?

Yes. Aimeos, Bagisto, CoreShop, EverShop, FoodCoopShop, and Litecart can run on your own server, so you keep control of your data.

Other E-commerce services

Services in the same category that haven't been suggested as Shopify alternatives yet. If one fits, add it as an alternative.

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    Drupal Commerce

    Popular e-commerce module for Drupal CMS, with support for dozens of payment, shipping, and shopping related modules.

    Open source
    Self-hostable
  • Pretix logo
    Pretix

    Django based ticket sales platform for events.

    Open source
    Self-hostable
  • pricebuddy logo
    pricebuddy

    A self hostable app that tracks prices and sends you notifications when prices match your preferences

    Open source
    Self-hostable

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