Shopify vs. Lightspeed
From unified data to straightforward workflows, there's a reason retailers are switching to Shopify.
Join the brands switching to Shopify
Hundreds of brands have migrated from Lightspeed to Shopify.
Unified commerce
The ultimate, unified platform you’ve been looking for
Shopify is purpose-built to unify in-store and online sales. That means less time maintaining multiple systems and more time growing your business.
Fewer systems, more functionality
Consolidate your commerce stack with one back office for in-store and online selling. Cut down on operational complexity while simplifying workflows and improving data integrity.
1 Based on a survey of 1K business owners that use Shopify POS conducted in November 2023
2 Based on a survey of 150 business owners that switched Shopify POS from other providers conducted in November 2023
We’ve definitely saved time that would otherwise be spent maintaining and reconciling platforms. It's a lot easier when all commerce data is flowing through Shopify.
Unified customer data, actionable insights
Get customer profiles that automatically sync across your website and retail stores. Instead of wasting time cleaning up data, start using it to build loyalty right away.
1 Reported individually by businesses that switched to Shopify POS in 2022
Unified customer data helps us learn quicker, fuel retention strategies, and build the best customer experience possible everywhere we sell.
Simple omnichannel selling
Sell everywhere without workarounds
Customers expect seamless shopping online and in store. Shopify’s unified inventory, order, and sales data makes it possible to blend fulfillment across channels—so omnichannel is effortless.
Software shouldn’t limit your sales
1 Based on a survey of 1K business owners that use Shopify POS conducted in November 2023
With Shopify, we have all the tools we need to provide a seamless omnichannel experience and serve more customers no matter where they shop with us.
Nonstop innovation
Stay ahead of the commerce curve
Retail is changing like never before, but Shopify is single-mindedly focused on keeping you at the cutting edge.
Powerful updates, lightning fast
1 Last updated February 2024
As we’ve continued to expand our partnership with Shopify, our growth trajectory has really taken off.
Infinite extensibility
Scale your business, not your complexity
You deserve software that supports your business whatever the future brings. With Shopify you get a flexible foundation that grows with you.
Ambitious growth, no limits
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Shopify vs Lightspeed
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