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Compare Ecwid and WooCommerce 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (88.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$5.00
No pricing available
Ecwid
Star Rating
(401)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$5.00
Browse all 4 pricing plansWooCommerce
Star Rating
(1,177)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (88.9% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Ecwid excels in ease of use with a score of 9.4, making it a preferred choice for small businesses looking for a straightforward setup. In contrast, WooCommerce, while still user-friendly, has a lower score of 8.6, which some reviewers mention can lead to a steeper learning curve.
- Reviewers mention that Ecwid's quality of support is notably high, scoring 9.4, which users appreciate for quick and effective assistance. On the other hand, WooCommerce's support quality is rated at 7.6, with some users expressing frustration over slower response times.
- G2 users highlight Ecwid's superior mobile e-commerce capabilities, particularly in mobile templates and multichannel support, which are essential for businesses targeting mobile shoppers. WooCommerce, while functional, does not match Ecwid's mobile optimization, as noted by users who find it less intuitive on mobile devices.
- Users on G2 report that Ecwid's payment gateway integration is seamless, scoring 8.9, which is crucial for businesses needing reliable transaction processing. WooCommerce, while offering a variety of payment options, has a slightly lower integration score, leading some users to mention occasional compatibility issues with certain gateways.
- Reviewers say that Ecwid's inventory management system, rated at 8.9, is robust and user-friendly, allowing for easy tracking and updates. In contrast, WooCommerce's inventory management, with a score of 8.4, has been described by users as more complex, requiring additional plugins for optimal functionality.
- Users report that Ecwid's performance and reliability score of 9.2 is a significant advantage, with many praising its uptime and speed. WooCommerce, while generally reliable, has a lower score of 8.7, with some users mentioning that performance can vary based on hosting solutions.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ecwid
Starter
$5.00
For beginner entrepreneurs or testing a business idea
- 5 products
- Mobile Optimized
- Add a store to any website
WooCommerce
No pricing availableFree Trial
Ecwid
No trial information availableWooCommerce
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
317
8.9
967
Ease of Use
9.4
318
8.6
973
Ease of Setup
9.3
207
8.5
659
Ease of Admin
9.3
204
8.6
648
Quality of Support
9.4
292
7.6
794
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
201
8.6
597
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
308
8.7
941
Features by Category
Design
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Personalization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
8.3
82
Not enough data
8.8
86
Not enough data
8.7
82
Not enough data
Integrations
8.9
84
Not enough data
8.6
75
Not enough data
8.6
73
Not enough data
Cart Management
7.8
46
Not enough data
9.0
90
Not enough data
8.4
73
Not enough data
8.8
71
Not enough data
Headless Commerce
7.4
55
8.3
122
7.9
56
8.7
137
7.9
57
8.2
133
8.3
78
8.7
176
8.2
69
8.7
165
Generative AI
7.7
37
7.7
63
8.0
37
8.0
62
Agentic AI - E-Commerce Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Merchandising/Marketing
8.5
251
8.1
772
8.7
262
8.3
813
8.3
240
8.2
786
8.4
228
8.4
787
8.2
200
7.3
683
7.8
185
8.3
739
7.9
202
8.3
757
Product Catalog
9.1
248
8.7
812
9.0
239
8.6
800
8.8
232
8.3
787
8.6
162
8.4
661
Order Process
9.0
261
8.7
824
8.7
239
8.2
779
8.7
221
8.3
755
9.1
255
8.7
818
9.1
255
8.6
817
8.6
180
8.2
712
8.9
218
8.4
739
8.5
143
Feature Not Available
Multi-Channel Support
8.6
184
8.3
647
9.0
239
8.6
752
8.8
211
8.1
618
9.1
217
8.0
633
8.6
149
7.8
490
8.5
160
8.3
523
8.0
125
8.0
495
Platform
8.4
143
8.5
594
8.5
220
8.5
766
8.5
198
8.7
730
9.0
202
8.6
749
8.4
226
8.1
744
9.0
223
8.2
759
8.3
116
8.1
467
8.8
108
8.8
735
8.2
74
8.1
569
8.1
127
8.3
579
8.9
193
8.8
703
9.2
235
8.7
776
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ecwid and WooCommerce are categorized as E-Commerce Platforms
Unique Categories
Ecwid is categorized as Shopping Cart and Mobile E-Commerce
WooCommerce has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ecwid
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
WooCommerce
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Retail
15.8%
Apparel & Fashion
7.7%
Arts and Crafts
7.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
5.4%
Food & Beverages
5.1%
Other
58.9%
Retail
9.7%
Marketing and Advertising
9.0%
Information Technology and Services
7.9%
Apparel & Fashion
7.1%
Internet
6.6%
Other
59.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Ecwid
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Edward G.
Verified User in Apparel & Fashion
Always reluctant to try new software or processes without some sense of how they work. Gave Ecwid a try because it was recommended for Muse users (who are most likely clueless graphic designers like me) and found it very easy to use. I set up simple online...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Music
I wish customizable themes were available for free.
WooCommerce
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Kimberly H.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Wordpress is the best content management system that allows installing WooCommerce and get transactions with it. I can easily edit any part of our site, from the main page to the purchase button. An important point is that it is so easy to use and that...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Nick T.
Verified User in Internet
To do anything beyond simple requires purchasing additional plugins, which can cost $100 or more each, and configuring them, which every time proves to be a challenge and a time suck, and I'm very proficient with technology and Wordpress. Though this is not...
Edward G.
Verified User in Apparel & Fashion
Always reluctant to try new software or processes without some sense of how they work. Gave Ecwid a try because it was recommended for Muse users (who are most likely clueless graphic designers like me) and found it very easy to use. I set up simple online...
Kimberly H.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Wordpress is the best content management system that allows installing WooCommerce and get transactions with it. I can easily edit any part of our site, from the main page to the purchase button. An important point is that it is so easy to use and that...
Verified User in Music
I wish customizable themes were available for free.
Nick T.
Verified User in Internet
To do anything beyond simple requires purchasing additional plugins, which can cost $100 or more each, and configuring them, which every time proves to be a challenge and a time suck, and I'm very proficient with technology and Wordpress. Though this is not...
Alternatives
Discussions
Yes, Ecwid can be added to WordPress. You can integrate Ecwid into your WordPress site by using the Ecwid eCommerce Shopping Cart plugin. This allows you to add an online store to your WordPress site easily.
4 comments
DF
Yes it can be and in a very easy setup process.Read more
Is there any plans in the future of adding a way to add a video to the gallery?
2 comments
YJ
Yes I keep that in mind sinceRead more
Guys can we please get part pay, genoapay or any of those payment plans?
1 comment
ES
My understanding is that Afterpay is now an option that you can sign up to use. Read more
How do I sell subscription on woocommerce?
3 comments
MG
You can use WooCommerce subscription plugin or also MemberPress is a great tool.Read more
To back up a WooCommerce database, follow these steps: 1. Access your web hosting control panel. 2. Navigate to the database management section, often called phpMyAdmin. 3. Select the WooCommerce database. 4. Click on the 'Export' tab. 5. Choose the export method (Quick or Custom). 6. Select the format (usually SQL). 7. Click 'Go' to download the backup file to your computer.
2 comments
RW
WooCommerce creates and uses existing tables within the WordPress database. Any database backup plugin would work, along with backing up the WordPress...Read more
What is the use of WooCommerce?
2 comments
DG
You can use the platform to make your professional website or ecommerce website to sale goods.Read more
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