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WordPress vs Shopify Plus

WordPress is cheaper to start with than Shopify Plus.

Our verdict

Start with WordPress if you want to launch quickly with less setup. Choose Shopify Plus when you need more control and are willing to spend time or money to get it.

WordPress

From $10/mo hosting

Open-source platform with a plugin for nearly everything.

Endless flexibility
Huge plugin ecosystem
No platform lock-in
You own the maintenance and security
Plugin sprawl gets slow

Full details Visit WordPress

Shopify Plus

From $2,300/mo

Enterprise Shopify tier for high-volume stores.

Higher automation limits
Checkout customization
Dedicated support
Far beyond a launch budget
Unnecessary before real volume

Full details Visit Shopify Plus

WordPress and Shopify Plus compared on price, tier and transaction fees
	WordPress	Shopify Plus
Starting price	From $10/mo hosting	From $2,300/mo
Transaction fee	None	None
Level	standard	advanced
Best for	Content-heavy sites, nonprofits, and anyone who needs full ownership.	Established stores with substantial monthly order volume.
Price checked	August 2026	August 2026

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