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Ecommerce platforms by category
Every ecommerce platform we review falls into one of these categories, from online store builders and website builders to open-source software, marketplaces, and enterprise commerce. Start with the model that fits how you want to run your store.
All-in-One Platforms
Fully hosted platforms that bundle hosting, checkout, and tools so you can launch fast without managing infrastructure.
6 platforms · Shopify, BigCommerce, Ecwid by Lightspeed
Website Builders
Design-first builders that pair beautiful templates with built-in commerce, ideal for content-led and smaller stores.
5 platforms · Wix eCommerce, Squarespace, Webflow Ecommerce
Open-Source Platforms
Self-hosted, fully customizable software with no platform fees — in exchange for managing hosting and maintenance yourself.
3 platforms · WooCommerce, PrestaShop, OpenCart
Marketplaces
Established marketplaces with enormous built-in buyer traffic, where you sell inside their ecosystem and pay referral fees.
4 platforms · Amazon, Etsy, Walmart Marketplace
Social Commerce
Storefronts that live inside social feeds, turning followers and viral content into in-app purchases.
2 platforms · Meta Shops, TikTok Shop
Creator & Digital
Lightweight tools for selling digital products, courses, memberships, and subscriptions with minimal setup.
9 platforms · Payhip, Podia, Lemon Squeezy
Print-on-Demand
Fulfillment services that print and ship custom merch on demand, so you carry no inventory.
3 platforms · Printful, Printify, Spreadshop
Enterprise Platforms
Highly customizable platforms built for complex catalogs, high volume, and global, omnichannel operations.
2 platforms · Salesforce Commerce, Adobe Commerce