Author: Bogdan Rancea

Bogdan Rancea

Bogdan Rancea is the co-founder of Ecommerce-Platforms.com and lead curator of ecomm.design, a showcase of the best ecommerce websites. With over 12 years in the digital commerce space he has a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for great online retail experiences. As an ecommerce tech explorer Bogdan tests and reviews various platforms and design tools like Shopify, Figma and Canva and provides practical advice for store owners and designers. His hands on experience with these tools and his knowledge of ecommerce design trends makes him a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve their online presence. On ecomm.design Bogdan writes about online stores, ecommerce design and tips for entrepreneurs and designers.

Articles Bogdan has written:

60 Amazing Online Clothing Stores and Their UX Tricks You Should Steal

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

There are plenty of inspirational clothing stores and these 60 were chosen for their clean design, great UX or creative products. While in a brick and mortar store the assistant can help people entering the store to decide what to buy, in the online world it’s completely different. 90% of visitors want to see great design paired with awesome products, easy-to-read fonts (but matching the overall design!), and so on.

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Shopify vs Snipcart: My Verdict for 2025

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Ecommerce Comparisons

Quick answer: If you want full control and already have a dev team (or you're technical), go with Snipcart. If you want to get selling fast with everything built-in, go Shopify.

After 10+ years building ecommerce stores for everything from indie merch shops to high-growth DTC brands, I’ve tested just about every platform out there.

Today, I’m putting Shopify and Snipcart head-to-head. These two tools cater to very different types of sellers — but most folks don’t realise the tradeoffs until they’re knee-deep in dev work or stuck paying for apps they didn’t budget for.

Let’s fix that.

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Vend POS Review (Now Lightspeed Retail) 2025: Is It The Best Point of Sale Solution?

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Ecommerce Reviews

Lightspeed Retail (formerly Vend) is a cloud-based POS system built to support growing retail stores — especially those juggling multiple locations and an ecommerce presence.

Whether you're selling on Shopify, running a brick-and-mortar fashion boutique, or managing inventory across several stores, Lightspeed’s tools are built with modern retail in mind.

In this review, I’ll take a close look at Vend’s transition into Lightspeed, the pricing, standout features, integrations with ecommerce platforms, and whether it truly delivers value for growing businesses.

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90+ Best Shopify Stores for Inspiration in 2026

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Articles Ecommerce Design

Shopify is one of the best ecommerce platforms out there. They began in 2004, and since then, a number of ecommerce business owners move to the platform.

In fact, at the moment, there are over 4 million active stores running on Shopify, and they’ve collectively driven more than $543 billion worth of sales. Below you'll find out how to start your own Shopify store and which exiting shops you can use for inspiration.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Applied Geometry in Design in 2023

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Articles

Geometry is a unique and special science. Sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, and Masonry, geometry is believed to hold special powers which exert strong influence. Even religions that don't hold geometry as sacred, such as Christianity and Islam, still make extensive use of geometry in the design of their temples, art works, and many other things.

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Alibaba Review 2025: How to Have a Secure Buying Experience

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Articles dropshipping

Alibaba is one of the most widely used B2B marketplaces in the world, connecting online sellers with manufacturers and wholesalers from across the globe.

It's often the go-to source for Amazon FBA sellers, Shopify store owners, and private label brands who want low unit prices and high-profit margins.

I’ve spent the last few years testing ecommerce tools and platforms hands-on, including Alibaba. My goal is to help other sellers understand what works, what doesn’t, and how these tools perform in the real world.

In this review, I’ll walk you through my experience using Alibaba from a buyer’s perspective—testing its features, comparing supplier options, and evaluating how it stacks up against similar platforms like AliExpress, DHgate, and Global Sources.

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