{"id":103,"date":"2024-06-01T04:00:08","date_gmt":"2024-06-01T08:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/?p=103"},"modified":"2026-01-07T04:34:06","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T09:34:06","slug":"bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/","title":{"rendered":"BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Which Is Better For Your Business? 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing a platform to build your online business has never been an easy task. It becomes extremely difficult when you have to decide between <strong>BigCommerce vs WooCommere<\/strong> &#8211; two eCommerce giants.<\/p>\n<p>While the competition is fierce, each platform has obvious ins and outs. To help you choose the most suitable platform for your business, I'll point out the differences between them in terms of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#pricing-woocommerce-wins\"><strong>Pricing<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#ease-of-use-a-tie\"><strong>Ease of use<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#themes-design-woocommerce-wins\"><strong>Themes & design<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#ecommerce-features-bigcommerce-wins\"><strong>eCommerce features<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#inventory-management-bigcommerce-wins\"><strong>Inventory management<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#apps-plugins-woocommerce-wins\"><strong>Apps & plugins<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#payment-gateways-a-tie\"><strong>Payment gateways<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#seo-marketing-features-a-tie\"><strong>SEO & marketing features<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#security-bigcommerce-wins\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce\/#customer-support-bigcommerce-wins\"><strong>Customer support<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without further ado, let's get started!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: An Overall Comparison<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69197\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69197\" style=\"width: 1470px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69197 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-homepage.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce homepage\" width=\"1470\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-homepage.webp 1470w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-homepage-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-homepage-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-homepage-768x404.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1470px) 100vw, 1470px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69197\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce homepage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>To learn more about BigCommerce's upsides and downsides, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>BigCommerce review<\/strong><\/a> here.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-69193\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-69193\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-69193 edit-active\" data-reconstraction=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"483\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"3\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 189px;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"><div class=\"wptb-image-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-image-1\" data-wptb-image-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"wptb-image-wrapper\">            <span class=\"wptb-link-target\" style=\"float: none; width: 57%;\">                                <img class=\"wptb-image-element-target\" height=\"696\" width=\"697\" src=\"\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/BigCommerce-logomark-whitebg.png\" style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"\">            <\/span>        <\/div><\/div><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-603\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wptb-button-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-button-1\"><div class=\"wptb-button-wrapper wptb-size-m\" style=\"justify-content: center;\">            <a class=\"wptb-link-target\" href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-review\/\">                <div class=\"wptb-button wptb-plugin-button-order-left\" style=\"position: relative; border-radius: 5px; background-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(255, 255, 255); justify-content: center; transform: scale(1);\" data-wptb-element-bg-color=\"#000000FF\" data-wptb-element-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-wptb-element-hover-bg-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-text-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-scale=\"1\"><p style=\"font-size: 15px;\">BigCommerce Review<\/p><div class=\"wptb-button-icon\" data-wptb-button-icon-src=\"\" data-wptb-element-hover-bg-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-text-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-scale=\"1\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><br><\/div><\/div>            <\/a>        <\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BigCommerce Pros<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-599\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong> BigCommerce Cons<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-601\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; No transaction fees on any pricing plan.<\/p><p>&bull; Rich built-in features & powerful open APIs.<\/p><p>&bull; High-performance checkout.<\/p><p>&bull; Limitless scalability.<\/p><p>&bull; Impressive security features.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-602\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; More expensive.<\/p><p>&bull; Few themes diversity.<\/p><p>&bull; Limited sales per plan.<\/p><p>&bull; Limited SEO capabilities.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>Meanwhile, WooCommerce was brought to life in 2011 and has worked as an open-source eCommerce plugin for WordPress ever since.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69198\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69198\" style=\"width: 1501px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69198\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-homepage.webp\" alt=\"WooCommerce homepage\" width=\"1501\" height=\"843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-homepage.webp 1501w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-homepage-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-homepage-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-homepage-768x431.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1501px) 100vw, 1501px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69198\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WooCommerce homepage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>With WooCommerce, you can quickly turn any existing WordPress website into a fully functional store. That\u2019s why this BigCommerce competitor has been regarded as a perfect solution for businesses at all levels, from small-scale retailers to large enterprises. You can check out our detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/woocommerce-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>WooCommerce review<\/strong><\/a> for more insights.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-69194\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-69194\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-69193\" data-reconstraction=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"483\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"3\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 189px;\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"2\"><div class=\"wptb-image-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-image-1\" data-wptb-image-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"wptb-image-wrapper\">            <span class=\"wptb-link-target\" style=\"float: none; width: 100%;\">                                <img class=\"wptb-image-element-target\" height=\"395\" width=\"395\" src=\"\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/logo-a-to-bArtboard-109.webp\" style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"\">            <\/span>        <\/div><\/div><div class=\"wptb-button-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-button-1\"><div class=\"wptb-button-wrapper wptb-size-m\" style=\"justify-content: center;\">            <a class=\"wptb-link-target\" href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/woocommerce-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">                <div class=\"wptb-button wptb-plugin-button-order-left\" style=\"position: relative; border-radius: 5px; background-color: rgb(128, 67, 168); color: rgb(255, 255, 255); justify-content: center; transform: scale(1);\" data-wptb-element-bg-color=\"#8043A8FF\" data-wptb-element-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-wptb-element-hover-bg-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-text-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-scale=\"1\"><p style=\"font-size: 15px;\">WooCommerce Review<\/p><div class=\"wptb-button-icon\" data-wptb-button-icon-src=\"\" data-wptb-element-hover-bg-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-text-color=\"null\" data-wptb-element-hover-scale=\"1\" style=\"width: 25px; height: 25px;\"><br><\/div><\/div>            <\/a>        <\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WooCommerce Pros<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-599\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WooCommerce Cons<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-601 edit-active\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; High level of design flexibility.<\/p><p>&bull; Enormous collection of third-party plugins.<\/p><p>&bull; Access to WordPress SEO tools.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-602\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; Limited support.<\/p><p>&bull; High technical knowledge is required.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Which Is Ideal for Your Business?<\/h2>\n<p>BigCommerce is the clear winner in eCommerce features, inventory management, and security, thanks to its powerful built-in tools and comprehensive security handling. On the other hand, WooCommerce shines in pricing, preset themes with extensive customization options, and a vast library of themes and plugins.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, there\u2019s no definitive answer to which platform is better. The choice depends on your business needs, technical expertise, and budget:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose BigCommerce if you want a hosted solution with room to modify the codes of your online store. Though it might be a bit difficult the first time using BigCommerce, the platform turns out to be easy to use and offers amazing built-in features to grow and succeed. You can also browse other BigCommerce alternatives if you still need some more insights.<\/li>\n<li>Choose WooCommerce if you already have a WordPress site and want to transform it into an online store. The platform provides high customizability, so it\u2019s suitable for those who already have a light set of technical knowledge. Also, WooCommerce is an ideal choice if you have a tight budget at the beginning since it\u2019s completely free to install. You can pay more as you grow and wish to customize and add functionality to your store further.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Why do we say so? Before going into the details, this overall comparison table will shed light on the key differences between Bigcommerce vs WooCommerce.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-69175\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-69175\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-68958\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"550\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-wptb-header-background-color=\"#FFFFFFFF\" data-table-columns=\"4\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-597\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-712\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BigCommerce<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-713\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>WooCommerce<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"3\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-600\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Winner<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-601\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Pricing<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-602\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Standard: $39<\/p><p>- Plus: $105<\/p><p>- Pro: $399<\/p><p>- Enterprise: custom pricing.<\/p><p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-603\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Free to install and download<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"3\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-705\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">WooCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"2\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-653\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Ease of Use<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-654\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Easy to set up, but it&rsquo;s a bit difficult when it comes to initial tasks.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-655\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Require a little technical knowledge to install yet features an intuitive interface.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"2\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-656\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">It's a draw!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"3\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-649\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Themes & Design<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-650\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- 220+ themes.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-651 edit-active\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- 100+ themes on WooCommerce Themes, both free and paid options.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"3\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-652\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">WooCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"4\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-661\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>eCommerce features<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-662\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; Powerful built-in features such as multichannel, cart abandoned, shipping, POS tools&hellip;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-663\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; Robust catalogs, orders, inventory, taxes\/shipping tools.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"4\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-664\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">BigCommerce<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-706\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong> Inventory Management<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-610\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; Built-in tools to manage inventory both online & offline.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-611\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; Possible to perform basic tasks, need to install add-ons to enhance capabilities.<\/p><p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"3\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-612\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">BigCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"6\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-645\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Apps & Plugins<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-646\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; 1000+ apps & extensions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-647\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; 60,000+ plugins from both WooCommerce & WordPress repository.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"6\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-648\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">WooCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"7\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-673\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Payment Gateways<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-674\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; 65+ options.<\/p><p>&#10023; No transaction fees applied.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-675\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; 100+ payment gateways & WooPayments.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"7\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-676\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">It's a draw!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"8\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-681\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>SEO & Marketing<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"8\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-682\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; Comparable built-in SEO features.<\/p><p>&#10023; Built-in blogging function.<\/p><p>&#10023; SSL certification included on every plan.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"8\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-683\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull; Amazing SEO abilities&nbsp;<\/p><p>&bull; Quality blogging feature from WordPress.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"8\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-707\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">It's a draw!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"9\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-685\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Security<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"9\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-686\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&#10023; Handle all security-related tasks. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"9\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-687\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>&bull;&nbsp;Require frequent updates & SSL certificate, CPI compliance on own. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"9\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-688\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">BigCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 113px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"10\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-708\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Support <\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"10\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-709\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p> &#10023; Limited support options (via emails or tickets).<\/p><p>&#10023; Huge community of developers.<\/p><p>&#10023; FAQs, tutorials and documentation are available.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"10\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-710\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p> &bull;&nbsp;24\/7 support via phone, email & live chat.<\/p><p>&bull;&nbsp;A sufficient Help Center with the knowledge base, ideas, & community.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 112px;\" data-x-index=\"3\" data-y-index=\"10\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-711\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">BigCommerce<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Pricing (WooCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While it may be a bit difficult to estimate WooCommerce costs, <strong>WooCommerce still beats BigCommerce in terms of pricing and value for money<\/strong>. All in all, it\u2019s totally free to start a WooCommerce store, and you and control the cost you put into running it instead of paying BigCommerce subscriptions periodically.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce have different mechanisms for setting prices. The former, as an all-in-one solution, offers tiered pricing plans, while the latter stacks up expenses for separate components.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>First off, BigCommerce provides you with a 15-day free trial for hands-on experience. After that, you\u2019ll have to choose a package to continue operating your online store.<br \/>\nOf all the 3 essential BigCommerce pricing plans (Standard, Plus, and Pro), the Plus one is most favored by the public. With each upper-tier plan you choose, BigCommerce will grant you access to many more advanced features. As for the Enterprise plan, the ideal option for larger businesses, you\u2019ll have to contact the sales team for customized BigCommerce Enterprise pricing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69199\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69199\" style=\"width: 913px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69199\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-pricing-plans.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce pricing plans\" width=\"913\" height=\"840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-pricing-plans.webp 913w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-pricing-plans-300x276.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-pricing-plans-768x707.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 913px) 100vw, 913px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69199\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce pricing plans<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The great news is that all BigCommerce plans charge no transaction fees on using leading payment gateways (e.g. PayPal, AmazonPay, Stripe, etc.). Your website will also have unlimited bandwidth, unlimited file storage, product variants, or staff accounts.<br \/>\nPlus, your store will include a fully responsive site, one-page checkout, digital wallets, basic SEO tools, and robust analytics, regardless of the plan you choose. And if you opt for paying annually instead of monthly, you\u2019ll even get a 25% discount.<br \/>\nPlease note that BigCommerce sets a limit on total annual sales according to their plans. However, it makes sense, given that this is the only hosted cart that allows you to expand to higher sales with a wealth of premium features.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Pricing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>WooCommerce has been long regarded as one of the best WordPress plugins for eCommerce. Thanks to its open-source nature, you don\u2019t have to pay a buck to install WooCommerce and get full customizability. However, in order to operate a complete WooCommerce store, you need to pay separately for the domain name, web hosting service, and SSL certificate, which are estimated to cost as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Domain name ($12\/year);<\/li>\n<li>WordPress hosting fee (from $3.95\/month);<\/li>\n<li>Security (from $50, ongoing or one-off charge);<\/li>\n<li>Developer fees (from $50\/hr).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Adding to that, if you want to customize and add functionalities to your website, you may have to pay for themes and extensions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Paid theme (from $30);<\/li>\n<li>Plugins ($0 \u2013 $1000).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Therefore, total expense adding up may change your initial conception of WooCommerce as a cheap solution for eCommerce. WooCommerce can be a relatively cheap eCommerce solution at the beginning, but later in the future, managing a compilation of monthly bills is not an easy task to handle.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Ease of Use (A Tie)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>It\u2019s a draw!<\/strong> BigCommerce allows merchants to set up a store with ease, but its user-friendliness when it comes to running an online store is a mixed bag of opinions. WooCommerce may require technical skills to handle the setup process, yet its interface is easy to navigate with a detailed setup wizard.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Needless to say, ease of use can make or break your eCommerce experience. The easier it is to set up and manage your store, the more time you have to focus on what truly matters &#8211; growing your business. Scroll to find out how BigCommerce vs WooCommerce measures up here:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Ease of Use<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>With BigCommerce, it\u2019s easy to start and maintain your eCommerce store. Since BigCommerce is a fully hosted platform, you don\u2019t need to worry about BigCommerce hosting or install any software to get started. However, it is versatile enough for knowledgeable users and programmers to change the code in stores. The same thing happens for security and version upgrades.<\/p>\n<p>Adding to that, BigCommerce provides a straightforward interface with a vertical menu on the left-hand side of the screen. That said, some beginners still find the interface hard to navigate, especially when it comes to adding a product. However, these hassles can be solved quickly with sufficient BigCommerce support, which will be discussed later in this BigCommerce vs WooCommerce comparison.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_75446\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-75446\" style=\"width: 1893px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75446\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce add product\" width=\"1893\" height=\"817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product.webp 1893w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product-300x129.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product-1024x442.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product-768x331.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-add-product-1536x663.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1893px) 100vw, 1893px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-75446\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce add product<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Ease of Use<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On the other hand, things can be a little more complex when running a WooCommerce store. Since it\u2019s an open-source platform, you\u2019ll have to take care of everything, from domain registration and host settings to security maintenance of your web page. Therefore, WooCommerce is preferable for users who have a certain level of technical skills.<\/p>\n<p>In compensation, there\u2019s a setup wizard to walk you through the onboarding process once you\u2019re logged into the WooCommerce dashboard. What\u2019s more, the platform features a user-friendly and easy-to-navigate interface that can satisfy many eCommerce beginners.<\/p>\n<p>Learn how to set up WooCommerce in our thorough beginner\u2019s guide, or watch the video below to skip walls of text.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2JLuEKYJhsY\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: Themes & Design (WooCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>WooCommerce deserves a strong win this round.<\/strong> The platform does not only offer a plethora of templates, but it also allows merchants to customize to their heart\u2019s content.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>A good-looking and well-designed storefront plays a vital part in catching customers\u2019 attention. Let\u2019s see how BigCommerce vs WooCommerce competes when it comes to building a beautiful online store.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Themes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Like other hosted solutions, BigCommerce provides its users with numerous options for eCommerce templates. Besides 100+ premium templates (which range from $140 to $399), there are 05 free themes available on the BigCommerce Theme Store so that you can customize your storefront at no cost.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69201\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69201\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69201\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-themes.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce themes store\" width=\"1024\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-themes.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-themes-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-themes-768x482.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69201\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Themes Store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There are 02 options to personalize your online store: using BigCommerce\u2019s built-in visual editor or updating the theme\u2019s files. As for the first option, BigCommerce Page Builder allows you to customize different style elements of your theme or drag content onto pages. Otherwise, advanced users can utilize the platform\u2019s Stencil framework to access the backed files of certain storefront pages, such as category, product, or page.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Themes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On the other hand, WooCommerce works as a plugin for WordPress and benefits from the CMS, so developers have put efforts into making WooCommerce compatible with WordPress themes. Hence, you can get thousands of free and paid themes from both the WooCommerce themes store and the WordPress themes store.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69202\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69202\" style=\"width: 1004px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-69202 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-themes.webp\" alt=\"WooCommerce themes WordPress themes\" width=\"1004\" height=\"698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-themes.webp 1004w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-themes-300x209.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-themes-768x534.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1004px) 100vw, 1004px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69202\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WordPress themes are also compatible with WooCommerce stores<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s not an exaggeration to say WooCommerce is the most customizable eCommerce platform with themes. The platform allows you to modify code and content entirely to suit your business needs using WooCommerce HTML\/CSS editor. Plus, WooCommerce themes mostly cost 79$, a more affordable price than those of BigCommerce.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: eCommerce Features (BigCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\"><strong>Verdict<\/strong><br \/>\nFeatures are where BigCommerce comes into its own, so BigCommerce easily outperforms its competitors in terms of eCommerce features provided.<\/div>\n<p>When it comes to eCommerce features, both BigCommerce vs WooCommerce are outfitted with brilliant attributes that you'll surely need for your online store. However, the features provided by each of these two platforms are different.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce eCommerce features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Here are a few key sales features that BigCommerce offers to its users:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Multi-channel Integration<\/strong>: You can sell your products directly on other channels like Facebook, Amazon, or eBay right from your site.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cart abandonment alerts<\/strong>: Email reminders are automatically sent to customers when they leave items in their cart without checking out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Analytical tracking and reporting tools<\/strong>: You can monitor your site\u2019s performance through sessions, sales, and email campaigns.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Setting rates for shipping<\/strong>: You\u2019re free to decide the charges for sending items from one place to another.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Point-of-sale (POS)<\/strong>: enables you to connect with any POS service providers (i.e., ConnectPOS, Hike, Vend, etc.) and consistently sell both online and offline. Additionally, there are no additional costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sales limit:<\/strong> As of this writing, BigCommerce enforces annual sales limits across its pricing plans as follows: $50,000 (Standard), $180,000 (Plus), $40,000 (Pro), and custom limits (Enterprise).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shipping\/tax:<\/strong> Merchants can configure various shipping methods within Shipping Zones, including options like flat rates, free shipping, and real-time quotes. For tax management, BigCommerce enables automatic tax rate applications through integrations with partners like Avalara, Vertex, and TaxJar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multicurrency selling:<\/strong> All free BigCommerce themes have automatic currency detection, which uses the shopper's IP address to display prices and complete the checkout process in the same currency. This functionality also extends to most third-party themes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce eCommerce Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Compared to BigCommerce, WooCommerce has a lot fewer offers. Nevertheless, WooCommerce still comes packed with some innovative features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Blogging functions<\/strong>: You can create a blog for WooCommerce by adding a post right from the WordPress Admin dashboard.<\/li>\n<li><strong>WooCommerce Analytics<\/strong>: This feature allows you to keep track of your revenue, orders, products, categories, coupons, taxes, downloads, and stock.<\/li>\n<li><strong>One-click refunds<\/strong>: Customers can get money back for returns immediately.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sales limit:<\/strong> So far, WooCommerce offers unlimited sales potential, meaning there are no thresholds to worry about. Since WooCommerce is open-source, your only limits are dictated by your hosting provider\u2019s capabilities and the resources you allocate to your store.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shipping\/tax:<\/strong> For shipping, you can set up shipping zones to create location-specific rates and methods. It also integrates with major carriers like USPS, FedEx, and DHL to provide live shipping rates. On the tax side, WooCommerce supports automated tax calculations through integrations with Avalara and TaxJar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multicurrency selling<\/strong>: Unlike BigCommerce's built-in solutions, WooCommerce supports multicurrency selling primarily through plugins. About 600+ plugins are available, many of which automatically convert prices based on the shopper's location and support transactions in the customer's currency from browsing to checkout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: Inventory Management (BigCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s another win for BigCommerce! The platform allows you to manage inventory on both online and offline channels easily without the need for third-party integrations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The inventory management system has become critical for every online business. It helps you keep track of your products, create reports, and make data-driven decisions. Hence, we can\u2019t overlook this factor when comparing BigCommerce vs WooCommerce.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Inventory Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Fortunately, BigCommerce comes with a powerful inventory management system that does not require third-party software.<br \/>\nThe platform comes with a straightforward, native, and potent inventory management system that ensures seamless control of levels and order trends on both online and offline channels. Moreover, BigCommerce is the only platform that permits the sale of physical, digital, and service-based goods without the use of an app. You can also integrate BigCommerce with third-party inventory management apps to extend functionalities further.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommere Inventory Management<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>With WooCommerce, it\u2019s possible to handle basic tasks like creating inventory reports and making changes to any part of your products.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69204\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69204\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69204\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-inventory-management.webp\" alt=\"WooCommerce inventory management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-inventory-management.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-inventory-management-300x128.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-inventory-management-768x328.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69204\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WooCommerce inventory management<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>However, managing WooCommerce inventory is not as easy as it seems, especially in bulk stock management. You\u2019ll have to visit various pages and toggle tons of settings individually just to make a simple change.<br \/>\nOn top of that, it\u2019s challenging to handle a large database with WooCommerce if your inventory grows larger each day. As luck would have it, you can solve the problem by adding inventory management plugins available on the WooCommerce store.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Apps & Plugins (WooCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Both BigCommerce and WooCommerce can fully satisfy their users with enormous stocks of apps and plugins. However, <strong>when it comes to the number of apps provided, WooCommerce easily outpaces its competitors.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Adding apps and plugins can fill up what is missing from a limited set of features in every eCommerce platform. How does BigCommerce vs WooCommerce allow you to enhance capabilities for your online store? Find out right below.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Apps<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"558\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69207\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-apps.webp\" alt=\"&quot;&lt;yoastmark\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-apps.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-apps-300x163.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-apps-768x419.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While being widely known for its powerful built-in features, BigCommerce still provides its users with a plethora of 1000+ apps. BigCommerce plugins are classified into multiple categories (i.e. Accounting & Tax, Checkout, Payment & Security, etc.) so that you can improve certain capabilities based on your needs. Apps in Analytics, Marketing, and Payment are the most popular for purchases.<\/p>\n<p>Although open APIs and 99.99% uptime are features included in all plans, the Enterprise Plan offers a headless solution and unlimited API calls. With this offer from BigCommerce, both developers and sellers can excel in the eCommerce market.<\/p>\n<p>As a hosted solution, Shopify also has a broad app store. In case you need some more insights, here's our <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-vs-shopify\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BigCommerce vs Shopify comparison<\/a> for your concern.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Plugins<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Compared to BigCommerce, WooCommerce provides even more diverse plugin choices to add functionalities to your store.<br \/>\nUsing WooCommerce means that you will benefit greatly from WordPress. It\u2019s straightforward to access 60,000+ free and thousands of premium plugins on the WordPress repository.<\/p>\n<p>WooCommerce plugins are designed to serve various categories, including Store management, Shipping, WooCommerce Payment, and more.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69208\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69208\" style=\"width: 992px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69208\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-extensions-store.webp\" alt=\"WooCommerce extensions store\" width=\"992\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-extensions-store.webp 992w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-extensions-store-291x300.webp 291w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-extensions-store-768x793.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69208\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WooCommerce plugins by collections<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: Payment Gateways (A Tie)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Both BigCommerce vs WooCommerce provide integrations with popular payment gateways, so it\u2019s a draw in this round.<\/strong> Nevertheless, the result can vary according to your specific needs for payment. While BigCommerce wipes off transaction fees on all plans, WooCommerce provides a wide range of options and its own payment gateway &#8211; WooPayments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Online stores that apply flexible and multiple payment gateways can sell to a broad range of customers and convert more easily. Keep scrolling down to find out whether BigCommerce vs WooCommerce can fulfill your requirements regarding payment gateways.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Payment Gateways<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>With BigCommerce, you can choose from over 65 pre-integrated payment gateways. The list includes big names such as PayPal, Amazon Pay, Apple Pay, Square, Stripe, etc. It\u2019s even better to know that BigCommerce doesn\u2019t charge any transaction fee on any pricing plan, and the function is fully mobile-optimized and PCI-compliant.<br \/>\nWhen setting up BigCommerce stores, choose the payment gateways that go along with your business. In case you forget to set up one, BigCommerce will automatically apply payment gateways based on your store country and currency.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Payment Gateways<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you choose to go with WooCommerce, you will get access to 100+ payment gateways, with default options being PayPal and Stripe.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69209\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69209\" style=\"width: 1158px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69209\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-payment-gateways.webp\" alt=\"WooCommerce payment gateways\" width=\"1158\" height=\"726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-payment-gateways.webp 1158w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-payment-gateways-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-payment-gateways-1024x642.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/WooCommerce-payment-gateways-768x481.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1158px) 100vw, 1158px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69209\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">WooCommerce payment gateways<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The platform also features WooPayments &#8211; a payment gateway designed exclusively for WooCommerce stores. This payment plugin is free to download, with no setup fees or monthly fees. With WooPayments, you\u2019ll be able to accept major credit and debit cards securely right from your dashboard. It can even help you to increase conversions by allowing customers to proceed to checkout without leaving your website.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: SEO & Marketing Features (A Tie)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table4\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Both allow you to perform similar SEO & marketing tasks, but<strong> BigCommerce comes packed with more built-in features<\/strong>, and WooCommerce inherits powerful blogging and SEO functions from its base platform, WordPress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Putting efforts into SEO and marketing is vital if you want to succeed in your online business. You could have the best products in the world, but if you don\u2019t promote or push them up the SERPs, you may not be making the maximum profit.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce SEO & marketing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Among top hosted eCommerce platforms, BigCommerce is widely known for its amazing built-in SEO features. With BigCommerce, you\u2019ll be able to perform essential SEO practices, such as editing meta titles\/descriptions, customizing URL slugs, adding alt text, and getting keyword support. Adding to that, an SSL certificate is available on all BigCommerce price plans, and the platform automatically creates 301 redirects whenever a URL (product, category, or web page) is changed.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_69210\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69210\" style=\"width: 645px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69210\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Product-URL-Settings.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce Product URL Settings\" width=\"645\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Product-URL-Settings.webp 645w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Product-URL-Settings-300x100.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69210\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Product URL Settings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>FavSEO, ReloadSEO, and ProSEOTracker are some notable BigCommerce SEO apps that can help improve your SEO performance.<\/p>\n<p>As for marketing features, there\u2019s a built-in blogging function that enables you to upload blog posts easily. Popups, email marketing, and SMS marketing are also available at reasonable charges so that you can promote your products to potential customers.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce SEO & marketing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Similar to BigCommerce, WooCommerce allows you to fully customize meta titles, meta descriptions, and URL slugs. It\u2019s also straightforward to add image alt texts for higher rankings. However, you\u2019ll have to pay for the SSL certificate. Yoast SEO, the most popular plugin for WooCommerce and WordPress sites, also charges $89 a year for the premium version.<\/p>\n<p>In compensation, WooCommerce inherits the quality blogging feature from WordPress. You can create a blog with quality content and links to leverage your SEO efforts. Adding to that, there are hundreds of marketing plugins to power your store at WooCommerce Extensions, like abandoned cart recovery features and social media integrations.<\/p>\n<p>Do you know that Magento is also an open-source solution with powerful SEO features? If you're curious, here is a comprehensive <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/woocommerce-vs-magento\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WooCommerce vs Magento comparison<\/a> for your concerns.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>BigCommerce vs WooCommerce: Security (BigCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Between BigCommerce vs WooCommerce, <strong>BigCommerce easily wins this round.<\/strong> As a hosted solution, the platform takes charge of every security-related issue so that merchants can concentrate on promoting their products.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>No matter which eCommerce platform you choose between BigCommerce vs WooCommerce, security should be one of the top priorities to take into consideration.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In terms of security, BigCommerce tends to be preferred by the public. As a fully hosted platform, BigCommerce handles security tasks as part of your BigCommerce subscriptions. SSL certificates are also included in every BigCommerce pricing plan to ensure the highest level of website security.<br \/>\nWith regards to card transactions, BigCommerce servers are PCI DSS 3.2 certified at level 1, which protects against credit card data breaches. This also helps to eliminate the massive cost and hassle of handling compliance yourself. On top of that, there are several BigCommerce apps to prevent fraudulent purchases and strengthen your security.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone wp-image-47803 size-full\">\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_69211\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69211\" style=\"width: 1413px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69211\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Platform-Trust-Center.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce Platform Trust Center\" width=\"1413\" height=\"832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Platform-Trust-Center.webp 1413w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Platform-Trust-Center-300x177.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Platform-Trust-Center-1024x603.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Platform-Trust-Center-768x452.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1413px) 100vw, 1413px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69211\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Platform Trust Center<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Unlike BigCommerce, you\u2019ll have to take care of WooCommerce security tasks on your own.<br \/>\nFrom the very first steps of building a WooCommerce store, you must choose the hosting provider and domain name deliberately. It\u2019s also your duty to take care of SSL certificates and PCI compliance.<br \/>\nWhat\u2019s more, when using WooCommerce, you\u2019ll have to keep updating to the newest versions to get security patches and fix glitches. It's worth noting that you should back up your store before every <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/woocommerce-update\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WooComerce update<\/a>. By doing that, in case something bad happens to your data, you can go back and restore it to its original state.<br \/>\nIt\u2019s good news that WooCommerce allows you to create two-factor authentication. This feature helps reinforce access to your website and is extremely effective when your password accidentally falls into the hands of strangers.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: Customer Support (BigCommerce Wins)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"table3\">\n<p><strong>Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thanks to its hosted nature,<strong> BigCommerce comes first in the competition for security<\/strong>. BigCommerce offers decent 24\/7 support, while its competitor mainly relies on the user community and slow-speed tickets and email.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Support is another crucial factor to check before choosing between BigCommerce and WooCommerce.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>BigCommerce Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As a fully hosted platform, BigCommerce provides excellent support via phone, email, and live chat support. You can contact the BigCommerce support team right after signing up for a BigCommerce free trial. There\u2019s also a powerful community where you can discuss any issues or interesting topics and get hands-on advice from active users.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignnone\">\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_69212\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-69212\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-69212\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Help-Center.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce Help Center\" width=\"1024\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Help-Center.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Help-Center-300x121.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/BigCommerce-Help-Center-768x309.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-69212\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Help Center<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that BigCommerce offers support 24\/7, so you can ask your questions any time you want. What\u2019s more, BigCommerce features Help Center archiving guideline documentation for users at any level, from newbies to seniors, non-tech persons to developers.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>WooCommerce Support<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On the other hand, WooCommerce provides limited support options and little to no personal support. You can only have official support from developers via tickets or emails.<\/p>\n<p>In compensation, WooCommerce has a huge community of users and developers where you can seek help from them anytime. Other resources such as FAQs, tutorials, and documentation are also available to help them deal with common problems.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Can You Migrate Between BigCommerce vs WooCommerce?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, migrating between BigCommerce vs WooCommerce is entirely possible, though not without challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Specifically, BigCommerce is a fully hosted platform that provides customization within its infrastructure. WooCommerce, on the other hand, is an open-source plugin that operates within the WordPress ecosystem. Needless to say, this distinction brings in quite a hurdle since most standard migration tools aren\u2019t designed to handle the unique structure of open-source platforms or plugins. As a result, extra technical headaches and complications are inevitable.<\/p>\n<p>For all these reasons, we can say <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/\"><strong>LitExtension<\/strong><\/a> is your best bet for this type of migration. Backed by over 12 years of experience working with both BigCommerce and WooCommerce, our tools and services are specifically tailored to meet even the most complex migration needs. You can trust us to transfer your data accurately, securely, and with minimal disruption to your business.<\/p>\n<p>So don\u2019t let the complexities of migration slow you down; contact LitExtension today for a stress-free solution!<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-detail\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"title\">Need Help To Migrate Your Store?<\/h2>\n<p>LitExtension provides a well-optimized All-in-One migration service for you!<br \/>\n<a class=\"btn-frame\" href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/bigcommerce-migration.html?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=banner&utm_term=alice&utm_content=bigcommercevswoocommerce\">FREE DEMO NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-78213\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2-08-1.png\" alt=\"bigcommercevswoocommerce\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: Which is Better?<\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s no definitive answer to which platform is better. The choice depends on your business needs, technical expertise, and budget:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose BigCommerce if you want a hosted solution with room to modify the codes of your online store. Though it might be a bit difficult the first time using BigCommerce, the platform turns out to be easy to use and offers amazing built-in features to grow and succeed. You can also browse other BigCommerce alternatives if you still need some more insights.<\/li>\n<li>Choose WooCommerce if you already have a WordPress site and want to transform it into an online store. The platform provides high customizability, so it\u2019s suitable for those who already have a light set of technical knowledge. Also, WooCommerce is an ideal choice if you have a tight budget at the beginning since it\u2019s completely free to install. You can pay more as you grow and wish to customize and add functionality to your store further.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re considering a move from BigCommerce to WooCommerce or vice versa, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=anchor_text&utm_term=aurora&utm_content=bigcommercevswoocommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LitExtension &#8211; the #1 eCommerce Migration Service<\/a><\/strong> can outstandingly help you complete the task. With over 10 years of dealing with different platform infrastructures and having completed 280,000+ migrations, we can transfer your store to a more robust place seamlessly, with utmost security.<\/p>\n<p>You can also visit the LitExension Blog and join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/litextensioncommunity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Facebook Community<\/a> to get more eCommerce tips and news!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>WooCommerce vs BigCommerce: FAQs<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-rich-snippet-wrapper\"><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the difference between WooCommerce and BigCommerce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>WooCommerce is an open-source plugin for WordPress that lets users transform their WordPress sites into highly customizable online stores. BigCommerce, on the other hand, is a fully hosted SaaS platform with built-in features.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are the drawbacks of BigCommerce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>BigCommerce complies with a pricing model based on revenue, which can be costly for businesses with narrow profit margins. Also, growing businesses might find scalability limited without additional third-party apps.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there a better option than WooCommerce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, though the best alternative depends on your needs. BigCommerce, for instance, provides built-in features for a hassle-free setup, while Shopify offers a user-friendly, all-in-one platform with excellent security. Check out our <a href=\"\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/woocommerce-vs-shopify\/\u201d\">WooCommerce vs Shopify comparison<\/a> here. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Our Methodology &#8211; How We Test BigCommerce vs WooCommerce<\/h2>\n<p>Before determining which platform performs better, we conducted a structured testing process to ensure a fair and data-driven BigCommerce vs WooCommerce comparison. Each platform was evaluated using the same store setup, identical test products, and consistent performance benchmarks. Our goal was to measure usability, scalability, and long-term value from both a technical and business perspective.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_87249\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-87249\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-87249\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce-methodology.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce vs WooCommerce methodology\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce-methodology.webp 1536w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce-methodology-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce-methodology-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/bigcommerce-vs-woocommerce-methodology-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-87249\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce vs WooCommerce methodology<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>1. 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