{"id":85970,"date":"2025-08-26T23:07:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T03:07:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/?p=85970"},"modified":"2025-08-26T23:09:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T03:09:33","slug":"opencart-vs-bigcommerce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/","title":{"rendered":"OpenCart vs BigCommerce 2026: A Complete Comparison for Store Owners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re stuck between <strong>OpenCart vs BigCommerce<\/strong>, you\u2019re not alone. Both platforms are popular, powerful, and come with distinct pros and cons. But which one truly fits your business needs?<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll walk you through a side-by-side comparison of OpenCart and BigCommerce, covering these key aspects:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#pricing\">Pricing<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#ease-of-use\">Ease of use<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#themes-customization\">Themes & customization<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#ecommerce-features\">eCommerce features<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#seo-marketing-tools\">SEO & marketing tools<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#apps-integration\">Apps & integration<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#security-compliance\">Security & compliance<\/a>;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-bigcommerce\/#customer-support\">Customer support<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep reading for more details!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>OpenCart vs BigCommerce: A Quick Glance<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenCart<\/a> is a free, open-source eCommerce platform that lets you build and manage an online store on your own hosting. What makes OpenCart stand out is its lightweight nature and flexibility. It doesn\u2019t demand heavy server resources, so it\u2019s quick to install and easy to run even on modest hosting plans. Since its launch in 2008, this simplicity has helped OpenCart attract <a href=\"https:\/\/trends.builtwith.com\/shop\/OpenCart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">over 200,000 merchants<\/a> worldwide.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85982\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85982\" style=\"width: 1890px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85982\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart homepage\" width=\"1890\" height=\"814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage.webp 1890w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage-300x129.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage-1024x441.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage-768x331.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-homepage-1536x662.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1890px) 100vw, 1890px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85982\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart homepage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In contrast, <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/bigcommerce-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BigCommerce<\/a> is a cloud-based eCommerce platform that powers <a href=\"https:\/\/trends.builtwith.com\/shop\/BigCommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">over 40,000 websites worldwide<\/a>. The platform takes care of the technical side for you, including hosting, security, and updates. It\u2019s built to handle high-volume sales and complex product catalogs, with high flexibility through APIs for custom integrations.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85131\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85131\" style=\"width: 1900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85131\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce homepage\" width=\"1900\" height=\"821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage.webp 1900w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage-300x130.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage-1024x442.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage-768x332.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bigcommerce-homepage-1536x664.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85131\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce homepage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In 2025, <strong>BigCommerce, BundleB2B, and Feedonomics officially unified under the new brand Commerce.com.<\/strong> This move reflects their shared mission to offer a complete commerce platform that supports both B2B and B2C merchants at scale, all under one powerful ecosystem.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve introduced both platforms, let\u2019s take a closer look at how BigCommerce vs OpenCart compare in terms of advantages and limitations:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-85990\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-85990\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-85990 edit-active\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"386.666668\" 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: 94px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-597\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Platform<\/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-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>OpenCart<\/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: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BigCommerce<\/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: 94px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-600\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell wptb-ondragenter\" 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-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-2\"><ul>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Free and open-source with no subscription fees<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Lightweight and easy to install on basic servers<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"3.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp; Native multi-store support from one admin<\/p><\/div>            <\/li><li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"4.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp; Large extension marketplace for added functionality<\/p><\/div>            <\/li><li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"5.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp; Full code access for deep customization<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>        <\/ul><\/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-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-ondragenter wptb-element-list-3\"><ul>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Fully hosted with no need to manage servers or security<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Rich built-in features (SEO, multi-channel, B2B tools)<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"3.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp;&nbsp;Scalable from startup to enterprise<\/p><\/div>            <\/li><li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"4.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp; PCI compliant out of the box<\/p><\/div>            <\/li><li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"5.\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\">&nbsp; 24\/7 customer support included<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>        <\/ul><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 94px;\"><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><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-1\"><ul>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Requires manual setup for hosting and security<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; No official support (reliant on community or developers)<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>                    <\/ul><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-list-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-list-4\"><ul>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"1.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Monthly subscription costs, with higher fees at scale<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>            <li class=\"wptb-in-element\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\">                <div class=\"wptb-list-item-content\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p data-list-style-type-index=\"2.\" style=\"color: #000000; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;\" class=\"wptb-list-style-type-disc\">&nbsp; Less backend control compared to open-source platforms<\/p><\/div>            <\/li>                    <\/ul><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>To help you decide which platform aligns best with your needs, we\u2019ll now explore how OpenCart vs BigCommerce compare across each core aspect of running an online store.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Pricing<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When comparing OpenCart vs BigCommerce in terms of cost, <strong>OpenCart wins if you have the technical skills to manage it.<\/strong> Its open-source nature gives you full control over costs, and you can run a functional store at a much lower price than BigCommerce's monthly fees.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart pricing<\/h3>\n<p>Although OpenCart is open-source and free to download, running a store still involves additional costs, like hosting, themes, and extensions. The actual amount varies depending on how hands-on you are and the scale of your business. To give you a fair point of comparison between OpenCart vs BigCommerce, we\u2019ve provided a rough estimate based on our experience and what most merchants typically spend.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-85991\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-85991\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-85991 edit-active\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"523.333335\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"4\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"4\"><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);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-597\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Setup<\/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-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Low-end (DIY)<\/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: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Mid-range<\/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);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-600\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>High-end (custom)<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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>Hosting<\/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 style=\"text-align: center;\"> $60<\/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 style=\"text-align: center;\">$300<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-604\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$1,200<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-605\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Domain<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-606\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> $15<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-607\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> $15<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-608\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$15<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-609\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Theme<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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 style=\"text-align: center;\">$0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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 style=\"text-align: center;\">$60<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-612\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$100<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-613\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Extensions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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-614\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$50<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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-615\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$300<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-616\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$800<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-617\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Dev\/Customization<\/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-618\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$0<\/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-619\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$500<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-620\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> $2,000+<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-621\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Maintenance (opt.)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-622\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-623\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$200<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-624\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> $500<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-625\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Total<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" 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-626\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>~$125\/year<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" 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-627\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong> ~$1,375\/year<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-628\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>$4,600+\/year<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>There\u2019s no fixed price tag with OpenCart, which can be both a strength and a drawback. It gives you the freedom to build on your own terms, but it also means costs are less predictable compared to all-in-one platforms.<\/p>\n<h3>BigCommerce pricing<\/h3>\n<p>Unlike OpenCart\u2019s flexible pricing structure, BigCommerce follows a subscription-based pricing model. Instead of managing hosting, extensions, and security separately, merchants pay a monthly fee that covers everything. Here are the four pricing plans that BigCommerce offers:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-85992\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-85992\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-85992 edit-active\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"654.000002\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"5\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-table-columns=\"5\"><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);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-597\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Setup<\/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-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Standard<\/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: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Plus<\/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);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-600\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Pro<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Enterprise<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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>Monthly price (billed annually)<\/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-603\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$29<\/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-604\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$79<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-605\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">$299<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-606\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Custom pricing<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-607\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Revenue limit<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-608\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to $50,000<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-609\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to $180,000<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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 style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to $400,000+<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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 style=\"text-align: center;\">$1 million+<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-612\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Inventory locations<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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-613\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 4<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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-614\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 5<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-615\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 8<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-616\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Custom<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-617\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Storefronts<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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-618\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 3 ($30 each)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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-619\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 5 ($50 each)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-620\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Up to 8 ($100 each)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-621\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Included<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-622\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Products & users<\/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-623\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Unlimited<\/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-624\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Unlimited<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-625\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Unlimited<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"5\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-626\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Unlimited<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-627\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Customer groups<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-628\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-629\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-630\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-631\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-632\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Abandoned cart emails<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" 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-633\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" 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-634\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-635\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"7\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-636\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"8\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-637\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Advanced product filters<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"8\" 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-638\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"8\" 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-639\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"8\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-640\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"8\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-641\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"9\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-642\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Google store reviews<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"9\" 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-643\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"9\" 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-644\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"9\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-645\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"9\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-646\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"10\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-647\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Card rates (starting)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"10\" 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-648\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">2.89% + 29&cent;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"10\" 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-649\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">2.35% + 49&cent;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"10\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-650\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">2.35% + 49&cent;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"10\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-651\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Personalized rates<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"11\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-652\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Custom SSL<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"11\" 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-653\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"11\" 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-654\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"11\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-655\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"11\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-656\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"12\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-657\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>B2B capabilities<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"12\" 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-658\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"12\" 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-659\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"12\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-660\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"12\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-661\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"13\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-662\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Omnichannel tools<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"13\" 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-663\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"13\" 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-664\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"13\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-665\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &ndash;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"13\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-666\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"> &#10004;<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"14\" data-x-index=\"0\" 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-667\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Support level<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"14\" 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-668\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">24\/7 support<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"14\" 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-669\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">24\/7 support<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"14\" data-x-index=\"3\" 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-670\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">24\/7 support<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"14\" data-x-index=\"4\" 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-671\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Priority + dedicated support<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>Compared to other eCommerce platforms, BigCommerce sits somewhere in the middle. What you\u2019re really paying for with BigCommerce is the convenience of an all-in-one solution, backed by built-in features and enterprise-grade infrastructure.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Ease of Use<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>BigCommerce clearly takes the lead in ease of use.<\/strong> Its fully hosted setup, intuitive onboarding, and recently improved dashboard make it far more beginner-friendly. Thus, if you don\u2019t have technical expertise, we highly recommend go for this platform.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart ease of use<\/h3>\n<p>As an open-source platform, OpenCart gives you full control, but that also means you\u2019ll need to handle more of the setup yourself. Here\u2019s what a typical OpenCart store setup looks like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Purchase a domain and a hosting plan<\/li>\n<li>Create a database using a tool like phpMyAdmin, DBeaver, or DataGrip<\/li>\n<li>Upload and install the OpenCart package on your server<\/li>\n<li>Configure your store settings in the admin dashboard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The process isn\u2019t overly complex if you're familiar with web hosting, but it does require some technical involvement. To make it easier, we\u2019ve prepared a detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenCart tutorial<\/a> to guide you through each stage.<\/p>\n<p>Once you access the admin panel, OpenCart presents a clean dashboard that gives you a quick overview of store performance. It includes charts for total orders, total sales, total customers, and people currently online. With the left-hand sidebar, you can manage all aspects of your store: catalog, sales, vendors, marketing, etc.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85972\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85972\" style=\"width: 1513px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85972\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-dashboard.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart dashboard\" width=\"1513\" height=\"851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-dashboard.webp 1513w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-dashboard-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-dashboard-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-dashboard-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1513px) 100vw, 1513px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85972\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart dashboard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>BigCommerce ease of use<\/h3>\n<p>In the comparison of OpenCart vs BigCommerce, creating a store on BigCommerce is significantly simpler and can be done in just a few minutes. You only have to complete the following form:<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85981\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85981\" style=\"width: 532px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85981\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-create-account.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce account creation form\" width=\"532\" height=\"718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-create-account.webp 532w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-create-account-222x300.webp 222w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 532px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85981\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce account creation form<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After completing the quick signup process, you\u2019re immediately directed to the BigCommerce dashboard, which has recently been redesigned to improve usability. The new layout is cleaner, with simplified labels, a decluttered sidebar, and a search bar now placed at the top center for faster access.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85985\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85985\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85985\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce dashboard\" width=\"1920\" height=\"911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard.webp 1920w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard-300x142.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard-1024x486.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard-768x364.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BigCommerce-dashboard-1536x729.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85985\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce dashboard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There is also a built-in tutorial that guides you through the four key steps: adding products, configuring shipping, setting up payments, and taxes for launch.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85975\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85975\" style=\"width: 1898px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85975\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce setup guide\" width=\"1898\" height=\"819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide.webp 1898w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide-300x129.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide-1024x442.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide-768x331.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-setup-guide-1536x663.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1898px) 100vw, 1898px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85975\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce setup guide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Themes & Customization<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Comparing themes and customization between OpenCart vs BigCommerce, <strong>BigCommerce clearly wins.<\/strong> Its modern theme library, user-friendly Page Builder, and advanced tools like Stencil and Catalyst give merchants at all levels of customization flexibility.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart customization<\/h3>\n<p>OpenCart comes with a default theme that\u2019s simple, clean, and functional. For merchants who only need a basic storefront, customizing this theme is fairly straightforward. Through the admin panel, you can adjust layout positions, enable or disable modules, manage banners, and update basic content without having to code.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85986\" style=\"width: 1227px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85986\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-default-theme-1.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart default theme\" width=\"1227\" height=\"975\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-default-theme-1.webp 1227w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-default-theme-1-300x238.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-default-theme-1-1024x814.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-default-theme-1-768x610.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1227px) 100vw, 1227px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart default theme<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For more advanced customization, you can install a third-party theme. There are hundreds of themes available across OpenCart\u2019s official marketplace and external sites. Many premium themes include additional settings panels or layout tools, but deeper design changes usually require editing the theme\u2019s template files (.twig), CSS, or even PHP. This level of design can be challenging for merchants who lack technical skills or coding experience.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85976\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85976\" style=\"width: 1788px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85976\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart theme store\" width=\"1788\" height=\"807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store.webp 1788w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store-300x135.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store-1024x462.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store-768x347.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-theme-store-1536x693.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1788px) 100vw, 1788px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85976\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart theme store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>BigCommerce customization<\/h3>\n<p>Moving on to BigCommerce, every new store starts with a default theme called<strong> Cornerstone Light<\/strong>, a clean and mobile-responsive design that works well for most industries. If you\u2019re looking for something different, you can browse the BigCommerce Theme Marketplace, which offers over 200 professionally designed themes, including both free and premium options.<\/p>\n<p>For customization, BigCommerce includes a <strong>built-in Page Builder<\/strong> that lets you make visual edits with no coding. With this tool, you can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drag and drop content blocks like images, banners, and text;<\/li>\n<li>Adjust page layouts and section spacing;<\/li>\n<li>Customize colors, fonts, and buttons;<\/li>\n<li>Preview changes in real-time before publishing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>BigCommerce Enterprise users can go beyond Page Builder. They have access to Stencil CLI for full control over theme code. Additionally, enterprises are also offered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcommerce.com\/product\/catalyst\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Catalyst<\/a>, a modern storefront framework built on Next.js. It\u2019s designed for faster page loads, headless flexibility, and a more streamlined developer experience.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85977\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85977\" style=\"width: 1919px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85977\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce Catalyst for enterprises\" width=\"1919\" height=\"1079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst.webp 1919w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-catalyst-1536x864.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1919px) 100vw, 1919px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85977\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Catalyst for enterprises<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>eCommerce Features<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>When putting the two platforms, BigCommerce and OpenCart, next to each other, the first one clearly wins this round.<\/strong> Its built-in features are far more comprehensive and require less manual work. Also, they have all the features to support your growth at every stage.<\/p>\n<p>Since you're selling online, the built-in eCommerce features of your platform play a huge role in your day-to-day operations. Below is a head-to-head comparison of how OpenCart vs BigCommerce stack up across core selling functions:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-85993\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-85993\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.10\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-85993\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"416.666668\" 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: 124px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-597\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Feature<\/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-598\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>OpenCart<\/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: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>BigCommerce<\/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: 124px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-600\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Product catalog & management<\/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-601\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Unlimited products<\/p><p>- Basic options (e.g., size, color) without unique SKUs<\/p><p>- No native variant inventory tracking<\/p><p>- Bulk editing and filtering require third-party extensions<\/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>- Unlimited products<\/p><p>- Up to 600 SKUs per product and 250 product variants<\/p><p>- Native support for variants, inventory, and pricing per SKU<\/p><p>- Built-in bulk editing, filtering, and advanced search<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 124px;\"><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><strong>Order & customer management<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-604\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Basic order tools included<\/p><p>- No built-in returns, segmentation, or order notes<\/p><p>-&nbsp; Advanced features require extensions<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" 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-605\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>- Native order management with status updates<\/p><p>- Built-in returns and RMA handling<\/p><p>- Customer segmentation tools included<\/p><p>- Order comments and customer notes supported<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 124px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-606\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Multi-store capabilities<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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-607\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Multi-store is supported out of the box. You can manage multiple stores from one dashboard.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" 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-608\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Requires BigCommerce Enterprise. Each store can be managed separately under one backend.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 124px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-609\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>Shipping methods<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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>Basic shipping methods included. Advanced rules or real-time rates need paid extensions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"4\" 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>Offers real-time shipping quotes, carrier integrations, and advanced shipping rules natively.<\/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: 124px;\"><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><strong>Payment gateways<\/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-613\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\"><p>Supports <strong>50+ gateways<\/strong> like PayPal, Stripe, and local providers. Some may require manual setup.<\/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-614\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Supports<strong> 65+ payment gateways<\/strong> with 1-click setup and zero additional transaction fees.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"--hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209); width: 124px;\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-615\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p><strong>B2B features<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-616\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Possible with the right extensions, requires manual setup for quotes, wholesale pricing, etc.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"6\" 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-617\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p>Native B2B suite (for Enterprise) with customer groups, custom pricing, quote management, and more.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h2>SEO & Marketing Tools<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019re running a basic or mid-sized store, BigCommerce wins in this category.<\/strong> Its built-in SEO and marketing tools are more than enough for most merchants so you won\u2019t need to rely on third-party apps.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart SEO & marketing<\/h3>\n<p>OpenCart gives you solid control over your store\u2019s SEO, especially if you\u2019re comfortable with technical setups. You can manually configure meta titles, meta descriptions, and SEO-friendly URLs for each product and category.<\/p>\n<p>And, since it is open-source, the platform also allows you to customize elements like robots.txt, sitemaps, and even structured data or FAQ schema. But please be aware that you will need some technical knowledge or developer support.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85987\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85987\" style=\"width: 1285px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85987\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-seo-settings.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart SEO URLs optimization\" width=\"1285\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-seo-settings.webp 1285w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-seo-settings-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-seo-settings-1024x532.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-seo-settings-768x399.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1285px) 100vw, 1285px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85987\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart SEO URLs optimization<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>On the marketing side, OpenCart covers the basics: discount codes, banner ads, and affiliate tracking. But for tools like email marketing, abandoned cart recovery, or loyalty programs, you\u2019ll need to rely on external modules, which can vary in quality and ease of integration.<\/p>\n<h3>BigCommerce SEO & marketing<\/h3>\n<p>On the other hand, BigCommerce offers a far more streamlined SEO and marketing experience, right out of the box. All stores come with a suite of SEO-friendly features built in, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Customizable, automated SEO-friendly URLs<\/li>\n<li>Unique URLs to avoid duplicate content<\/li>\n<li>Rich snippets (ratings, price, availability)<\/li>\n<li>Automatic 301 redirects and URL rewrites<\/li>\n<li>Built-in sitemap generation and robots.txt control<\/li>\n<li>Fast page load times via integrated CDN<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85971\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85971\" style=\"width: 1900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85971\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce SEO settings for products\" width=\"1900\" height=\"748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo.webp 1900w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo-300x118.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo-1024x403.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo-768x302.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-product-seo-1536x605.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85971\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce SEO settings for products<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These features are ready to use from day one, with no need for extra apps or configuration. Even better, BigCommerce is one of the few hosted platforms that allows full customization of SEO URLs,\u00a0 a rare flexibility that most SaaS platforms don't offer. This gives you full control over how your product and page URLs appear in search results, without needing developer help or third-party tools.<\/p>\n<p>Marketing tools are also built into the platform. Merchants can create coupon codes, schedule promotions, and connect to platforms like Google Ads, Facebook, and email services without relying on third-party extensions. More advanced tools like abandoned cart saver and customer segmentation become available as you move up to higher-tier plans.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Apps & Integration<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this round,<strong> we would give the edge to BigCommerce.<\/strong> It offers fewer apps, but they\u2019re all carefully reviewed and easy to install.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart integration<\/h3>\n<p>OpenCart offers a massive extension marketplace with <strong>over 13,000 modules<\/strong>, covering everything from payment gateways and shipping methods to SEO, analytics, and advanced checkout flows. This makes it one of the largest ecosystems among eCommerce platforms.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85979\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85979\" style=\"width: 1474px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85979\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-extensions.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart extensions store\" width=\"1474\" height=\"816\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-extensions.webp 1474w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-extensions-300x166.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-extensions-1024x567.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-extensions-768x425.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1474px) 100vw, 1474px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85979\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart extensions store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>However, it's important to note that OpenCart does not have a deep review process for all extensions submitted to its marketplace, like other hosted platforms. As a result, the quality, security, and long-term support of these extensions can vary significantly. We recommend checking user reviews carefully and downloading extensions from trusted providers or well-known developers to avoid issues down the line.<\/p>\n<h3>BigCommerce integration<\/h3>\n<p>In the OpenCart vs BigCommerce comparison, BigCommerce offers fewer apps than OpenCart, with just <strong>over 1,200 apps<\/strong> available in its official App Marketplace. Rather than focusing on volume, BigCommerce emphasizes quality and reliability by carefully reviewing the apps.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85984\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85984\" style=\"width: 1754px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85984\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce app store\" width=\"1754\" height=\"779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store.webp 1754w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store-300x133.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store-1024x455.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store-768x341.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-app-store-1536x682.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1754px) 100vw, 1754px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85984\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce app store<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>No matter what your business needs are \u2013 marketing, shipping, accounting, CRM, ERP, or multi-channel sales \u2013 BigCommerce has a trusted app to support it. Many of the most widely used tools, such as Mailchimp, Google Ads, QuickBooks, ShipStation, and Meta integrations, are available and can be installed in just a few clicks.<\/p>\n<p>For Enterprise merchants, BigCommerce offers advanced integration capabilities through its network of technology partners. It also supports headless commerce, allowing businesses to build custom front ends without disrupting the core backend operations.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Security & Compliance<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the debate of OpenCart vs BigCommerce security, <strong>BigCommerce is the clear winner.<\/strong> It manages compliance, threat protection, and updates for you, removing the burden from store owners and reducing risk.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart security<\/h3>\n<p>Running your store on an open-source platform like OpenCart means you have to handle security on your own. That includes installing SSL, managing server settings, and applying software patches manually. PCI compliance isn\u2019t guaranteed, so it depends entirely on your hosting setup.<\/p>\n<p>Because of this, many store owners turn to third-party extensions or managed hosting for extra protection. Without those, your store may be at risk, especially if you're not technically experienced.<\/p>\n<h3>BigCommerce security<\/h3>\n<p>At the same time, security is baked into the BigCommerce platform from day one. With automatic SSL, PCI DSS Level 1 compliance, and 24\/7 threat monitoring, it takes the pressure off your team. There\u2019s no need to worry about patches, firewalls, or DDoS protection; these are all handled behind the scenes.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85980\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85980\" style=\"width: 1369px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85980\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-security.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce security information\" width=\"1369\" height=\"703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-security.webp 1369w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-security-300x154.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-security-1024x526.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-security-768x394.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1369px) 100vw, 1369px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85980\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce security information<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Customer Support<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the OpenCart vs BigCommerce customer support battle, BigCommerce takes the lead with its 24\/7 support availability, live chat, phone assistance, and a rich knowledge base. If reliable and responsive support is a priority, you should definitely go for this platform.<\/p>\n<h3>OpenCart customer support<\/h3>\n<p>OpenCart provides official support via email tickets. Merchants can contact support@opencart.com daily from 09:30 to 18:30 (HK time). However, response times may be slower compared to hosted platforms.<\/p>\n<p>You can also explore its Help Center, which offers documentation, video tutorials, and blog posts; however, these resources may not always cover advanced or up-to-date use cases. Users also turn to the OpenCart community forum for practical advice from peers.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85978\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85978\" style=\"width: 1693px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85978\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum.webp\" alt=\"OpenCart community forum\" width=\"1693\" height=\"810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum.webp 1693w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum-300x144.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum-1024x490.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum-768x367.webp 768w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/opencart-community-forum-1536x735.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1693px) 100vw, 1693px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85978\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OpenCart community forum<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>BigCommerce customer support<\/h3>\n<p>In contrast, BigCommerce offers 24\/7 support via live chat, phone, and email, even during your free trial. Their agents are known for being responsive and helpful, especially for new merchants. Enterprise customers receive priority support and a dedicated success manager to guide growth.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond that, BigCommerce has a robust Help Center with step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and detailed developer docs. The platform also offers community forums, webinars, and a partner directory for agencies and tech providers.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_85983\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-85983\" style=\"width: 1498px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-85983\" src=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-help-center.webp\" alt=\"BigCommerce Help Center\" width=\"1498\" height=\"811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-help-center.webp 1498w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-help-center-300x162.webp 300w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-help-center-1024x554.webp 1024w, https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/bigcommerce-help-center-768x416.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1498px) 100vw, 1498px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-85983\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">BigCommerce Help Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>OpenCart vs BigCommerce: Which Platform is Best Suited For You?<\/h2>\n<p>After comparing OpenCart vs BigCommerce across all core features, the right choice depends on your needs, technical skills, and business model. Here are the business types that align best with each platform:<\/p>\n<p><strong>OpenCart is a better fit for:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tech-savvy entrepreneurs who want full control over their store\u2019s infrastructure.<\/li>\n<li>Small-to-medium businesses looking for a low-cost, self-hosted solution.<\/li>\n<li>International sellers who need multi-store or multi-language setups.<\/li>\n<li>Developers\/agencies building custom solutions for clients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>BigCommerce works best for:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Growing brands that want a platform to scale with them at every growth stage.<\/li>\n<li>Retailers and wholesalers need strong B2C or B2B functionality.<\/li>\n<li>Enterprises with complex product catalogs and multi-channel sales goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to switch between these two platforms, LitExtension is here to help. Whether you\u2019re moving from <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/bigcommerce-migration\/opencart-to-bigcommerce-migration.html?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=anchor_text&utm_term=aurora&utm_content=opencartvsbigcommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OpenCart to BigCommerce<\/a> or the other way around, our migration service ensures your store data is transferred quickly and securely. With no downtime, expert support, and 100% data integrity, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the heavy lifting.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-detail\">\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"title\">Seamlessly migrate your store to a more robust place!<\/h2>\n<p>LitExtension can safely transfer your data to unlock more growth on the new platform.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn-frame\" href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/migration-services\/all-in-one-data-migration-service.html?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=anchor_text&utm_term=aurora&utm_content=opencartvsbigcommerce\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">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=\"How to perform Shopify export products\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>OpenCart 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 are the disadvantages of OpenCart?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>OpenCart requires technical knowledge to fully unlock its potential. Many essential features depend on third-party extensions, which vary in quality and support. Managing updates, security, and compatibility can also be challenging for non-developers.<\/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 disadvantages of BigCommerce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>BigCommerce can be more expensive than other platforms, especially as your revenue grows. Some advanced features, like multi-store support or native B2B tools, are limited to the Enterprise plan, which may not suit smaller budgets.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is OpenCart better than Shopify?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Based on our <a href=\"\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/opencart-vs-shopify\/\u201d\">OpenCart vs Shopify<\/a> comparison, Shopify wins in many aspects. It\u2019s easier to use, requires no coding, and handles hosting, security, and support for you. OpenCart offers more control as an open-source platform, but it demands technical skills and more manual setup.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-4\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is BigCommerce good for small business?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, BigCommerce offers a solid feature set even at its entry-level plans. It\u2019s a great choice for small businesses that want powerful tools without needing extra apps, and prefer a hosted solution with built-in support.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-5\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I sell digital products on BigCommerce?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. BigCommerce supports selling digital products like eBooks, music, software, and more. You can upload files, set download limits, and manage delivery, all from the admin panel.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>When comparing OpenCart vs BigCommerce, the choice really comes down to how much control you want and how much responsibility you\u2019re willing to take on. Hopefully, this article has helped you get a clearer picture of what to expect from both platforms and which one aligns better with your goals.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still exploring your options, check out our other <a href=\"https:\/\/litextension.com\/blog\/shopping-cart-migration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eCommerce platform blogs<\/a> or join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/litextensioncommunity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">community<\/a> for peer insights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re stuck between OpenCart vs BigCommerce, you\u2019re not alone. Both platforms are popular, powerful, and come with distinct pros and cons. But which one truly fits your business needs? 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