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Shopify Pricing 2025: How Much Does It Really Cost to Run a Store?

Naj Ahmed 5
Articles Ecommerce Reviews Ecommerce Selling Advice Shopify

Shopify pricing starts at $5 per month for the Starter plan, and can go as high as $2,300+ per month depending on the plan you choose.

After testing Shopify for over 100 hours and launching multiple stores across different plans, I can confidently say this platform is built for serious ecommerce growth.

But it doesn’t come cheap—and the listed prices are just the start. Between monthly plans, apps, and hidden fees, your actual Shopify cost can vary a lot.

In this breakdown, I’ll walk through everything you need to know about Shopify pricing, including core plans, hidden fees, what each plan includes, and how to avoid spending more than you need to.

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The Shopify Free Trial in 2025 – How Many Days Do You Get?

Naj Ahmed
Articles Shopify

In this article, we'll take a closer look at the Shopify free trial.

We'll give you an in-depth look at the features and benefits you'll gain access to during the trial period, and help you determine whether Shopify is the right platform for your ecommerce needs.

Most people would generally want some sort of a free trial period before they fully decide to jump ship and migrate their entire store to Shopify.

It doesn’t matter whether you are launching a new dropshipping store or planning to move an existing store on Shopify, you will want to give it a try first to determine whether it’s feasible for you or not.

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QuickBooks Pricing for Ecommerce: What You Need to Know Before You Subscribe

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce

If you're running an ecommerce business, chances are you've heard of QuickBooks. It’s one of the most widely-used accounting platforms for small and medium-sized businesses, and it’s especially popular among ecommerce store owners. But while it's marketed as an easy and scalable solution, understanding the true cost of QuickBooks for ecommerce is a whole different story.

The numbers on their website don’t tell the full tale. Between feature limitations, add-ons, AI agents, and third-party integrations, the final monthly price can be a lot more than what you see at first glance.

In this guide, you'll get a complete breakdown of QuickBooks pricing, including all features, ecommerce-specific tools, hidden costs, and what you actually need depending on your store's size.

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Best Vistaprint Alternatives: Top Picks for 2026

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

When you’re running an online store, marketing your brand, or shipping out products, you’re going to need printed materials — whether that’s thank-you cards, flyers, or custom packaging.

That’s where Vistaprint often comes up. It’s one of the most recognized names for online printing, offering everything from business cards to branded apparel.

But Vistaprint isn’t for everyone.

Maybe you're looking for better print quality, more customization, or a provider that integrates better with your ecommerce platform.

Or maybe Vistaprint’s pricing and upselling just doesn’t suit your budget or workflow anymore.

Whatever your reason, we’ve researched and compared the top Vistaprint alternatives for 2025 — so you can find the right fit for your business.

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How to Sell Internationally: A Step-by-Step Ecommerce Guide

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

If you’ve already got a solid ecommerce setup in your home country, it’s a great time to start thinking about branching out. International selling isn’t just for big-name brands or Amazon mega-sellers. Thanks to a combination of advanced ecommerce tools, better fulfillment options, and growing global demand, it’s now easier than ever to sell products online internationally.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to sell internationally—step by step. You’ll find out how to choose the right markets, adjust your store to fit local preferences, handle shipping and payment methods smoothly, and get your products in front of new global audiences. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to improve your international selling strategy, this guide is built to help.

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Shopify vs Shopline: My Verdict for 2026

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce Comparisons

Shopify and Shopline are two top-notch platforms that'll help you build and run a successful online store.

While Shopify is king of the global market, and powers millions of websites worldwide, Shopline has carved out a strong niche in Asia, particularly in markets like Hong Kong, Taiwan and Southeast Asia.

If you're about to start a new ecommerce business or thinking of making the switch to a new platform, this guide will give you the lowdown on both Shopify and Shopline – from pricing and features to design options, marketing tools and how easy they make it to sell internationally.

After putting both platforms through their paces and doing some serious research, I've found that Shopify is the all-round winner, especially if you're looking to grow your store beyond a local audience.

Shopline, however, still brings a lot to the table if your customers are mostly based in Asia.

Let's dive into the details.

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Shippo vs ShipStation: Which Shipping Software Is Right for Your Ecommerce Business

Richard Protheroe
Articles Shipping

Shippo and ShipStation are the two most popular shipping tools for ecommerce businesses, and the choice between them can make a big difference in your workflow, costs, and customer experience – whether you're just starting out or juggling thousands of orders every month.

After putting both platforms through its paces and breaking down their core features, pricing models, integrations, and customer support options – I've put together a detailed comparison to help you figure out which one's the best fit for your business.

In a nutshell:

Shippo is perfect for beginners and smaller ecommerce stores looking for a quick, easy and affordable way to ship orders. ShipStation on the other hand is designed for established businesses that need automation, advanced workflows and a system that scales.

Let's take a closer look.

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Spocket vs CJdropshipping: Which Is Better for Your Ecommerce Business?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

Spocket and CJdropshipping are two of the most widely used dropshipping platforms—but which one actually works best for your business?

I’ve tested both platforms extensively and worked with each in live stores.

If you’re trying to figure out which one will give you faster shipping, better profit margins, or a smoother setup, you’re in the right place.

Here’s my verdict up front:

Spocket – Best for branding, fast shipping, and premium stores CJdropshipping – Best for testing products at scale and private label

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Yotpo vs Bazaarvoice: Which One is Best for Ecommerce?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce

Yotpo and Bazaarvoice – the two big name players in customer reviews and user-generated content – help ecommerce businesses build trust and boost sales, but they do it in very different ways.

I've spent a ton of time – over 150 hours, to be exact – to help you figure out which one's right for your business based on where you are in your growth journey and what channels you're selling on.

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Xero vs QuickBooks: Which Accounting Software Actually Works Best for Ecommerce?

Bogdan Rancea
Accounting Software Articles Ecommerce

I honestly think dealing with money is one of the toughest parts of running an ecommerce company.

You think you’ll get better at it with time, but the more your business scales, the more energy you spend scrolling through endless transactions, trying to match orders with payouts, and wondering how your “bestseller” somehow turned into a black hole for cash.

Cloud tools such as Xero and QuickBooks Online take care of most of the hard work. The real decision is choosing which one feels right for the way you run your business.

That’s why I created this guide, informed by my own experience with both platforms, to help you make a (confident) choice.

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