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Shopify vs Magento

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Ecommerce Platforms providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

Shopify vs Magento at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

ShopifyMagento
Overall score75/10090/100
TierStandardElite
Capability (editorial)7692
Ease of use (editorial)7490
Value (editorial)7591
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

Magento is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (90/100 vs 75/100), but both are credible Ecommerce Platforms options. Shopify fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Magento fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

Shopify

Shopify is the leading hosted ecommerce platform.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Shopify review

Magento

Magento powers online storefronts, checkout, and fulfillment.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Magento review

Shopify vs Magento — FAQ

Is Shopify better than Magento?

On RankedVendors, Magento scores 90/100 versus Shopify's 75/100, so Magento ranks higher overall in Ecommerce Platforms. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between Shopify and Magento?

Shopify is the leading hosted ecommerce platform. Magento powers online storefronts, checkout, and fulfillment. Both compete in Ecommerce Platforms; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, Shopify or Magento?

Our editorial value scores put Shopify at 75/100 and Magento at 91/100. Shopify is Quote-based; Magento is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.