Category: Ecommerce

Personally, I consider Shopify to be potentially the best ecommerce platform in the world.

It’s easy-to-use, scalable, flexible, and packed with tools that can help businesses grow.

But that doesn’t mean it’s the cheapest ecommerce solution out there.

There are definitely “more affordable” alternatives available – and many can offer similar features – but nothing I’ve found so far has been able to match Shopify in terms of overall value for money.

Still, the key to getting the best “return” on your investment is making sure you choose the right plan.

Shopify isn’t just my personal, favorite ecommerce platforms – it’s easily one of the most popular platforms worldwide.

If you’re an ecommerce merchant based in South Africa, Shopify can offer all the tools you need to run a thriving store.

In fact, there are more than 17,000 live Shopify stores based in South Africa right now – showing just how popular the ecosystem is.

However, to make sure you’re getting the best value for your money when investing in Shopify, you first need to decide which plan you’re going to choose.

That can be easier said than done, because when it comes to Shopify Pricing, South African merchants typically have limited information.

If you visit Shopify’s official website, you’ll see the prices outlined in USD, not ZAR – which can make it tougher to make an informed decision.

Fortunately, I’m here to help.

Shopify and Ecwid are easily two of the most popular options available to merchants looking for an easy way to sell products online – but they’re also very different.

Sure, both solutions give you the tools you need to master the world of ecommerce – but Shopify is an all-in-one website building and business management tool, whereas Ecwid simply lets you add ecommerce functionality to an existing website.

So, which option should you choose?

I launched my first online store (what feels like a lifetime ago), using everyone’s favorite website builder at the time: WordPress.

Although WordPress isn’t designed for ecommerce, it does offer access to plugins that make it possible to sell products and services online.

The only problem? Most of these plugins are notorious for being clunky, difficult to use, and packed with expensive “add-on” fees that can quickly eat into your profits.

Fortunately, Surecart saw the obvious gap in the market here, and devised a solution: the ultimate WordPress ecommerce plugin.

If you’ve read my previous articles, or spent some time browsing this website before, you’ll already know I’m a sucker for great web design.

That’s one of the reasons why Squarespace is one of my favorite website builders – even if it doesn’t have the same powerful ecommerce tools as Shopify.

Squarespace has always had a great reputation for offering some of the most stunning website templates, and the simplest design tools around.

Now – however – the company is taking its design strategy to the next level, with the upgraded “Blueprint AI” solution.

Wix vs ClickFunnels: Which is right for you?

I’ve spent more than a decade helping other ecommerce companies build websites, scale their brands, and increase their revenue.

One thing I’ve noticed? No matter how experienced an entrepreneur is, most have trouble choosing the right tools and platforms for their needs.

The trouble is, so many solutions (like Wix and ClickFunnels) offer similar things, from website builders, to marketing tools and ecommerce capabilities. The good news? Choosing between Wix and ClickFunnels is a lot easier than you might think.

Although both of these platforms have overlapping features – they serve very specific needs and use cases. With this comparison, I’ll show you how you can make the right choice for your company.

The main difference between Shopify and Shopify Plus? Price and scalability.

Shopify’s standard plans range from $5 to $399 per month, catering to small and mid-sized businesses. Shopify Plus starts at $2,300 per month, designed for enterprises with higher sales volumes and complex needs.

With Shopify Plus, you get unlimited staff accounts, advanced B2B features, custom checkout options, priority support, and deeper API integrations—things you won’t find in standard Shopify plans.

If you’re running a small store, standard Shopify is more than enough. But if you’re scaling past $1 million in revenue, Shopify Plus offers the flexibility and power to grow without limits.

I consider Shopify to be one of the best ecommerce platforms available. It’s certainly one of the most scalable and flexible tools, thanks to its omnichannel selling capabilities, ease of use, and range of ever-evolving features.

Storenvy is a slightly more beginner-focused solution. It’s basically a “social marketplace” where people can sell products alongside competitors, but there are limited options to build a memorable brand with this platform.

I put both solutions to the test to bring you this comprehensive comparison guide.