When Shopify wins
You want to launch fast, don’t want to think about servers or security, and you’re okay trading a monthly fee and per-sale cut for that simplicity. Great for stores that value convenience over control.
When WooCommerce wins
You want to own everything, avoid per-transaction platform fees, customize deeply, and keep content + store on one WordPress install. It needs proper setup and maintenance, which is where a studio helps.
Common questions
Which is cheaper long-term?
WooCommerce usually wins at scale, no platform transaction fee, but you pay for hosting and upkeep. Shopify costs more per sale but bundles everything, so it’s simpler and predictable.
Which is better for SEO?
Both can rank well. WooCommerce gives more control over technical SEO since it’s WordPress; Shopify is solid out of the box but more constrained.
Which does Fivenson recommend?
It depends on your volume, catalog, and team. We’ll recommend the platform that fits how you actually operate, and build it either way.