Product A
OpenCart
by OpenCart Limited
Lightweight open-source cart with a large extension marketplace.
Free tier
Visit OpenCart →Product B
Swell
by Swell
Headless e-commerce API platform for custom storefronts and subscription boxes.
Free tier
Visit Swell →Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | OpenCart | Swell |
|---|---|---|
| Price | FreeBetter | Free |
| Free Tier | Yes | Yes |
| Top Pros | Completely free and open-source | True headless API-first architecture |
| Simple admin dashboard | Best-in-class subscription tooling | |
| 13,000+ extensions available | Free dev sandbox | |
| Top Cons | Requires developer for serious customization | Not suitable for non-technical users |
| Older codebase architecture | Pricing scales with revenue |
Choose OpenCart if you…
- Want: completely free and open-source
- Want: simple admin dashboard
- Want: 13,000+ extensions available
Choose Swell if you…
- Want: true headless api-first architecture
- Want: best-in-class subscription tooling
- Want: free dev sandbox