Product A
OpenCart
by OpenCart Limited
Lightweight open-source cart with a large extension marketplace.
Free tier
Visit OpenCart →Product B
Shopify
by Shopify Inc.
The most popular all-in-one hosted e-commerce platform for any store size.
$39mo
Visit Shopify →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | OpenCart | Shopify |
|---|---|---|
| Price | FreeBetter | $39mo |
| Free Tier | Yes | No |
| Top Pros | Completely free and open-source | Best-in-class checkout conversion |
| Simple admin dashboard | Huge App Store ecosystem | |
| 13,000+ extensions available | Reliable 99.99% uptime | |
| Top Cons | Requires developer for serious customization | Transaction fees without Shopify Payments |
| Older codebase architecture | Costs rise fast with apps |
Choose OpenCart if you…
- Want: completely free and open-source
- Want: simple admin dashboard
- Want: 13,000+ extensions available
Choose Shopify if you…
- Want: best-in-class checkout conversion
- Want: huge app store ecosystem
- Want: reliable 99.99% uptime