GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce vs. Shopify
GoDaddy or BigCommerce or Shopify?
Shopify has over 100 payment gateways and 6,000 apps, and includes a subdomain to help you launch your commerce business quickly and effectively.
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Why choose Shopify over GoDaddy and BigCommerce
| Key features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Free trial | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| 24/7 support | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Sell online and in-store | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Business capital | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Custom domain | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| SEO features | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Hosting | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Sell worldwide | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Multi-currency support | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Mobile-friendly | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Fraud protection | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Integrated checkout | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Integrated fulfillment network | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Email marketing tools | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| App Store | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
| Mobile app for merchants | GoDaddy | BigCommerce | Shopify |
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7 things Shopify can do over GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce
Provide over 6,000 apps
When comparing GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce in terms of apps, GoDaddy doesn’t have an app store. BigCommerce has under 1,000 apps you can use to make modifications to your store. If you’re looking for an extensive collection of apps, you might decide to use Shopify, which has over 6,000 apps, integrations, and sales channels.
Assist with business loans
Neither GoDaddy nor BigCommerce offer business loans. However, on Shopify, if you need some extra help with funding for payroll, inventory, or marketing, you’ll be able to skip the application process to get a loan with no personal credit checks. When it comes to paying back your loan, you can do so via a percentage of sales.
Give access to over 100 payment gateways
Who has more payment gateways: GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce? GoDaddy only has about 40 or so while BigCommerce has over 65. However, it’s Shopify who has over 100 payment gateways, so you can sell internationally using the payment methods customers in that region use. You’ll find Shop Pay, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, and more.
Provide a first-party POS system
GoDaddy recently acquired a third-party POS system. BigCommerce doesn’t provide a first-party POS. Shopify POS seamlessly integrates your online and offline sales in one unified report. You’ll have access to advanced inventory features, custom staff permissions, and more when using Shopify’s first-party POS system.
Include a subdomain
Neither GoDaddy nor BigCommerce provides a subdomain with your monthly subscription. On Shopify, you can choose to buy your own domain or use the .myshopify.com subdomain for free. With the subdomain, you can still generate sales.
Share innovative solutions
Unlike GoDaddy and BigCommerce, Shopify builds for the future. On Shopify, you’ll be able to easily add augmented reality elements to your product pages so customers can feel confident in their purchasing decisions.
Give access to public facing app
GoDaddy and BigCommerce currently don’t offer a public facing app for customers. Shopify does: Shop. Shop allows you to track, pay, and shop better as it's a shopping assistant.
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FAQs
What’s the difference between GoDaddy and BigCommerce?
The difference between GoDaddy and BigCommerce is that GoDaddy began as a domain seller, whereas BigCommerce is an ecommerce platform. Shopify caters to all commerce businesses, both online and offline.
Which is better for ecommerce: GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce?
Both GoDaddy and BigCommerce are good solutions for ecommerce. However, Shopify was built to make commerce better for everyone. With over 6,000 specialized ecommerce apps, countless integrations and sales channels, over 100 payment gateways for selling internationally, and so much more, Shopify is an excellent platform for building your ecommerce business.
Which is better for retail: GoDaddy vs. BigCommerce?
Neither GoDaddy nor BigCommerce is a good solution for retail, as their offline commerce solutions are still new or non-existent. Shopify POS was launched in 2013, with new improvements added regularly. You’ll be able to seamlessly integrate both online and offline sales for a full-picture view of your business’ performance.
Page last updated: January 24, 2022
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