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📘 Complete Guide: WooCommerce vs Shopify Monthly Cost Comparison

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Is WooCommerce really cheaper than Shopify?

WooCommerce can be cheaper at low volumes but requires technical management. Shopify wins for sellers doing $5,000-$50,000/month when developer/maintenance time is factored in.

What hidden costs exist with WooCommerce?

SSL certificate ($0-$100/yr), premium themes ($40-$200), essential plugins ($20-$300/year each), developer time for updates, backups, and security management.

When does Shopify become cheaper than WooCommerce?

For stores with complex inventory, many plugins, or reliance on a developer for maintenance, Shopify often becomes cost-competitive at $3,000-$5,000/month in revenue.