Online storefronts
There are a variety of different eCommerce storefronts, each with there own products. Below is a list of some of the most popular eCommerce platforms. Which platform is best for you?
WooCommerce
WooCommerce is an extremely popular choice as it is an open-source eCommerce platform and seamlessly connects with the platform WordPress. It is coming standard with features such as reporting and analytics, mobile-friendly functionalities and shipping options.
WooCommerce offers Webhook systems, custom AJAX endpoints and is very developer-friendly.
Shopify
Shopify is a fully hosted platform, so merchants have with no maintenance to worry about. Shopify lets you sell on social media, online and in-person. Merchants also have access templates and easy to use interfaces that help you customise your eCommerce site. Features include buying buttons, reporting and inventory management. Shopify also boasts social selling functionalities.
Magento
Magento is considered an extremely flexible eCommerce solution. Right out of the box, Magento offers powerful features. Magento is highly customizable, and you have complete freedom over your eCommerce websites look and feel, as well as functionality.
You also have access to many add-ons to enhance your website.
Demandware
Demandware is one of the powerful cloud-based eCommerce platforms. Merchants eCommerce websites are fully hosted by Demandware, so there is no need to worry about maintenance or development.
Oracle Commerce
Oracle Commerce has excellent features for both B2B and B2C merchants. It also lets you sell more complex data-rich merchandise and launch sites for multiple markets and brands.
BigCommerce
Among BigCommerce features are a site builder, reporting and shipping options. It also allows you to sell on other platforms such as Google Shopping, Amazon, Facebook, and eBay. BigCommerce will enable merchants to sell wholesale to other businesses.
Drupal Commerce
Drupal is highly flexible, allowing you to build online shops and applications, it also offers modules to enhance its functionalities. For a faster launch and s easier, way to administer Drupal offers Commerce Kickstart.
