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BigCommerce vs Shift4Shop

A side-by-side look at BigCommerce and Shift4Shop. On our scoring, BigCommerce comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.

Platform
BigCommerce logoBigCommerceAll-in-one
Shift4ShopAll-in-one
Scores
SellingScene score4.4/53.8/5
User rating4.33.7
Reviews1,675540
Pricing
Starting price$39/moFree
Pricing modelper month, billed annuallyfree in the US with Shift4 Payments
Transaction fees0% on all plans0% with Shift4 Payments
Hosting & setup
Hosting typeFully hosted (SaaS)Fully hosted (SaaS)
Free trial15 daysFree with Shift4 Payments
Staff accountsUnlimitedBy plan
Product limitUnlimitedUnlimited
Payments & security
Payment gateways65+ gateways, no added feesShift4 + 100+ gateways
SSL includedYesYes
PCI compliantYesYes
Gift cardsYesYes
Catalog & content
Themes / templates12 free, 200+ paid100+ themes
App marketplace850+ appsApp store & integrations
Multi-currencyYesYes
Multi-languageYesYes
POS includedNoYes
Abandoned cart recoveryYesYes
Built-in blogYesYes
Tools & flexibility
Drag-and-drop editorYesYes
API accessYesYes
Mobile appYesNo
Support channels24/7 phone, live chat, email24/7 phone, chat, email (US)
ActionsRead reviewRead review

Why pick BigCommerce?

BigCommerce packs an unusually generous native feature set and charges no transaction fees, making it a strong pick for mid-market stores. Just watch the annual sales thresholds that quietly push you onto pricier plans.

Best for: Mid-market stores with complex catalogs

Read the full BigCommerce review

Why pick Shift4Shop?

Shift4Shop (formerly 3dcart) offers a deep, feature-rich platform that becomes free if you process payments through Shift4. That bargain comes with dated interfaces and a payment lock-in that does not suit everyone.

Best for: US sellers who will use Shift4 payment processing

Read the full Shift4Shop review