Category: Ecommerce

Mobile-First Design for Ecommerce: The No-Nonsense Guide

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 30, 2025

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When I first started designing ecommerce websites, I made the same mistake most people do: I built for desktop first.

Big beautiful banners, high-res product shots, detailed menus—then tried to cram it all onto mobile later. It worked—kind of. But conversions weren’t where they needed to be.

After studying mobile-first design, testing across multiple ecommerce builds, and running heatmaps and session recordings, I flipped my process.

I started designing mobile-first, and it changed everything—from load speed to cart completions.

Ecommerce Email Design Strategies That Are Working in 2025

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 27, 2025

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I run ecomm.design, a curated gallery of top ecommerce design. I track design trends across hundreds of online stores, and one area I’ve been laser-focused on this year is email design—specifically how ecommerce brands structure, style, and optimise their emails to drive revenue and retention.

This is everything I’ve learned by analysing real-world examples, testing them with brands, and watching how top-performing stores do email right in 2025.

Let’s break it down by email type.

Best Ecwid Alternatives: My Top Picks for 2025

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 27, 2025

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Quick Answer:

The best Ecwid alternatives are Shopify, BigCommerce, Wix, Squarespace, and WooCommerce — all offering more flexibility, features, and control than Ecwid, especially as your business grows.

As someone who’s been in the ecommerce trenches for years — launching stores, testing platforms, and consulting on designs — I’ve used Ecwid a handful of times.

It’s decent for beginners and simple setups, but it’s not ideal if you want to scale, customise, or integrate more advanced tools.

If you’ve outgrown Ecwid or just want more control over how you sell online, here’s my full breakdown of the best alternatives I recommend from actual experience.

Shopify vs ShopBase: Which Platform Is Better for Your Online Store?

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 23, 2025

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Quick answer: Shopify is the better choice overall. It’s more flexible, scalable, and easier to use with access to thousands of integrations.

ShopBase is best for beginners running lean dropshipping stores, but it falls short on SEO, apps, and design options.

I’ve built dozens of ecommerce sites on both Shopify and ShopBase — and I’ve tested everything from payment setups to page speed.

Below, I’ll break down every feature side by side so you can decide which one makes the most sense for your business.

Best BigCommerce Alternatives in 2025 (Tested + Ranked)

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 19, 2025

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After testing all the major players, I can confidently say that Shopify is the best alternative to BigCommerce in 2025. It’s easier to use, more flexible with design and apps, and simply gives store owners a better experience overall.

But like BigCommerce, Shopify isn’t for everyone. So what other options are out there?

Squarespace Enterprise Review: Everything You Need to Know

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 19, 2025

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Enterprise-level companies need more from their ecommerce platform than most organizations. As your business grows, you need your solution to offer more customization options, advanced reporting capabilities, and endless scalability.

Solutions like Squarespace Enterprise are specially designed to address the requirements of larger companies, as their sale volumes begin to skyrocket.

Currently supporting companies like Colgate and Ylopo, Squarespace Enterprise promises organizations more flexibility, and more specialist support than any other Squarespace plan.

The question is, is Squarespace Enterprise right for your business? Or would you be better off exploring packages from companies like Wix, Shopify, and BigCommerce?

I took a closer look at the benefits offered by Squarespace’s enterprise plan, to help you make the right choice.

Art Storefronts vs FASO: Which One Actually Helps You Sell More Art?

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 18, 2025

art storefronts vs faso

Quick answer: Art Storefronts is the better platform if you’re serious about growing an art business with advanced ecommerce and marketing tools.

FASO is a cheaper and easier option if you’re starting out and just want a clean portfolio website.

I’ve tested both Art Storefronts and FASO, spoken with artists using each platform, and reviewed their sales features, design options, support, and pricing.

Let’s dive into the details so you can figure out which one fits your art business goals.

Tilda Review: My Verdict for 2025

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 13, 2025

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Tilda is my top rated design-first ecommerce builder. It blends a totally visual editor called Zero Block with clear selling tools like multichannel product sync, card based checkout, and native A B testing.

That mix gives small stores and digital sellers a rare balance: pixel level control without a steep code climb.

My team and I have built and tested stores on twelve other platforms this year.

Webflow Review: My Verdict for 2025

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 11, 2025

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Webflow is our top-rated website builder for custom ecommerce design, offering a rare mix of visual freedom, built-in CMS tools, and fast-loading, SEO-friendly pages that help your store stand out — and scale up.

After testing over a dozen top ecommerce platforms, I can confidently say Webflow is the best choice for businesses that want full control over design and performance.

In this review, I’ll take a closer look at Webflow’s ecommerce features, site speed, pricing, and who it’s really for — so you can decide whether it fits your brand.

Shopify vs OpenCart: Which One’s Actually Worth Building Your Store On?

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 9, 2025

Quick answer: If you’re not technical and want a store live today, go Shopify. If you’re technical or have a dev and want full control with no monthly fees, OpenCart wins.

Shopify and OpenCart are two of the most talked-about ecommerce platforms on the market — but which one actually delivers where it counts?

I’ve spent years building stores on both platforms, testing them under real-world conditions with real clients, and this comparison pulls from that hands-on experience. If you’re stuck trying to choose between them, this guide will walk you through every key difference — from setup and pricing to SEO, design, and long-term scalability.

Shopify vs Prestashop: My Verdict for 2025

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 9, 2025

If you’re trying to build or scale an ecommerce store, chances are you’ve looked at Shopify and Prestashop. Both are solid contenders, but they offer wildly different experiences depending on your business stage, tech skills, and growth goals.

Quick Answer:

Use Shopify if you want an easy, all-in-one platform that handles the heavy lifting.

Use Prestashop if you want complete control, can code (or have a dev), and don’t mind piecing things together.

I’ve worked with both—clients scaling 7-figure stores on Shopify and dev-heavy setups on Prestashop. So here’s what I know, tested, and learned the hard way.

Let’s break it down.

Stan Store vs Gumroad: Which is Better in 2025?

By Bogdan Rancea  /  June 4, 2025

Stan Store and Gumroad both promise an easy way to sell digital products online.

I’ve spent hours testing both tools—setting up products, navigating dashboards, playing with customisations, and even simulating real purchases.

If you’re a creator, coach, or influencer trying to monetise your audience, this review will show you which one’s right for you.