Shopify vs WooCommerce
We build on both platforms. The right choice depends on your business:
Shopify
Best for: getting started fast, dropshipping, simple product catalogues
- Hosted — no server management
- Built-in payments
- App ecosystem for everything
- Easy to manage yourself
- Monthly fee (from £25/mo)
WooCommerce
Best for: full control, complex products, larger catalogues
- Self-hosted — you own everything
- Unlimited customisation
- No monthly platform fee
- Better for SEO
- Requires hosting (from £10/mo)
Not sure which one? We'll recommend the right platform after understanding your products, budget, and goals. No bias — we build on whichever works best for you.
What's included
- Custom store design — branded, professional, built to convert
- Product setup — listings, images, descriptions, variants, categories
- Payment integration — Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay
- Shipping configuration — rates, zones, free shipping thresholds
- SEO for products — every product page optimised for Google Shopping and organic search
- Mobile optimised — over 70% of e-commerce traffic is mobile
- Inventory management — stock tracking, low stock alerts
- Training session — we teach you how to add products, process orders, and manage your store
- 30 days free support — post-launch help for anything you need
Pricing
E-commerce websites start from £3,000. This includes full design, product setup, payment integration, shipping, SEO, and training. Larger stores with complex requirements are quoted individually.
Need a simpler business website instead? See our web design service from £500.
"They built our Shopify store in 2 weeks flat. We did £4,200 in the first month — more than double what we expected. The product pages look incredible and the checkout is seamless."
— Sarah K., Online Boutique, Leicester — £4,200 revenue in month one
Frequently asked questions
How long does an e-commerce site take to build?
Typically 3–4 weeks depending on the number of products and complexity. Simple stores with under 50 products can be done in 2 weeks.
Can I manage the store myself after launch?
Yes — both Shopify and WooCommerce have user-friendly dashboards. We provide a training session so you can add products, manage orders, and update content confidently.
Do you do dropshipping stores?
Yes. We can set up dropshipping with suppliers, integrate with platforms like Spocket or DSers, and configure automated order fulfilment.
Will my products show up on Google?
We optimise every product page for search — titles, descriptions, schema markup, image alt text. We can also set up Google Shopping feeds if appropriate.
What about ongoing costs?
Shopify charges from £25/month. WooCommerce just needs hosting (from £10/month). Payment processors charge ~1.4-2.9% + 20p per transaction. No ongoing fees from us unless you want maintenance.
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