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Shopify vs Shopify Plus

Not sure which of these tools fits your work? Compare Shopify and Shopify Plus to see what you can do with each, what you'll pay and what to check before you choose.

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Check if these tools match how you work. Confirm the plans, limits and renewal prices with each provider before you choose.

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What matters to youShopifyShopify Plus
Best suited to
  • SMBs
  • DTC brands
  • Retailers
  • Small businesses
  • Growing teams
  • Digital-first operations
Starting priceFrom $0.00Check current pricing
CategoryCommerce SoftwareCommerce Software
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Features to compare
  • Store Builder
  • Product Catalog
  • Payments
  • Inventory Management
  • Multi-channel Selling
  • POS
  • Managed Shopify storefront
  • Plus checkout UI extensions
  • Connected commerce applications
  • Custom integration workflows
Strengths
  • Easy to launch
  • Large app ecosystem
  • Strong omnichannel tools
  • Managed platform rather than self-hosted infrastructure
  • Additional checkout customization
  • Large application and partner ecosystem
Considerations
  • Apps and connected services can add recurring costs
  • Advanced POS scope requires a separate upgrade check
  • Regional payments and integrations need verification
  • Enterprise scope needs a clear business case
  • Apps and custom work add to the overall commitment
  • Capabilities still depend on configuration

Before you decide

  1. Which tool fits the way you work?
  2. What will it cost you now and when you renew?
  3. Can you try it on a real task before you choose?

Questions you may have when comparing Shopify and Shopify Plus

What's different about Shopify and Shopify Plus?

Shopify lists Store Builder, Product Catalog and Payments. Shopify Plus lists Managed Shopify storefront, Plus checkout UI extensions and Connected commerce applications. Start with the features you would actually use, then check which plan includes them. A shorter feature list doesn't necessarily mean a tool can't do something you need.

Which one will cost me less?

Compare the total for your team, not just the starting price. Check the billing period, currency, number of users, usage limits and renewal rate, then add any extras you need. If you try a free plan or trial, check what happens when you reach its limits.

How do I choose between Shopify and Shopify Plus?

Pick a task you do often and try it in both tools. If you need Dropshipping Platforms and Subscription Management Software, start there. See which feels easier to use and works with the tools you already rely on. Before you pay, check the plan limits and whether you can get the support you need.