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 | Shift4ShopAll-in-one | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 4.4/5 | 3.8/5 |
| User rating | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Reviews | 1,675 | 540 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $39/mo | Free |
| Pricing model | per month, billed annually | free in the US with Shift4 Payments |
| Transaction fees | 0% on all plans | 0% with Shift4 Payments |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fully hosted (SaaS) | Fully hosted (SaaS) |
| Free trial | 15 days | Free with Shift4 Payments |
| Staff accounts | Unlimited | By plan |
| Product limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | 65+ gateways, no added fees | Shift4 + 100+ gateways |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | Yes |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | 12 free, 200+ paid | 100+ themes |
| App marketplace | 850+ apps | App store & integrations |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | Yes |
| Abandoned cart recovery | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in blog | Yes | Yes |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | Yes | Yes |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Support channels | 24/7 phone, live chat, email | 24/7 phone, chat, email (US) |
| Actions | Read review | Read 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 reviewWhy 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