Category: Ecommerce Comparisons

When it comes to setting up an online store, the choice of ecommerce platform can literally make or break your business.

Two platforms that are really getting a lot of attention – especially for entrepreneurs in Africa – are Shopify and Bumpa.

At first glance, they may seem like pretty similar options – both offer the tools you need to sell online – but when you take a closer look, their capabilities, costs, and target users are actually worlds apart.

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After over 150 hours spent testing ecommerce platforms hands-on, we’ve narrowed down the best platforms for beginners in 2025.

Whether you're launching your first online store, selling digital downloads, or setting up a part-time side hustle, these are the tools that make it simple to get started — no coding, no confusion.

Here are our top picks for 2025:

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Wix and Volusion are two well-known ecommerce platforms, each offering tools to help you sell online — but which one actually delivers the better experience?

After extensively researching both platforms and testing their features firsthand, I’ve come to a clear conclusion: Wix is the stronger overall choice for most ecommerce businesses.

While Volusion does offer a few advanced inventory management tools, Wix delivers better value, easier setup, and more flexibility — especially if you're starting or scaling a small to mid-sized store.

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Funnelish and GemPages are two popular tools that help Shopify sellers boost sales—but they do it in very different ways.

Funnelish is focused on building high-converting funnels, while GemPages offers more flexibility in custom page design.

I’ve spent over 50 hours testing both tools across a range of ecommerce projects—from branded DTC sites to dropshipping funnels—to bring you a clear recommendation.

Here’s my verdict:

Funnelish is better for fast testing, paid ad funnels, and increasing average order value (AOV). GemPages is best if you want full control over your Shopify store’s layout and design.

Let’s break down exactly why, based on my hands-on experience.

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When I first started comparing Shopify and Adobe Commerce, it felt like trying to choose between convenience and control. I’ve worked with both platforms, and here’s the bottom line:

👉 Quick Verdict:

If you want something easy to set up, manage, and grow — especially as a DTC brand or small to mid-sized business — Shopify is your best bet.

But if you’re building a complex, enterprise-level store with unique business logic, integrations, or international selling requirements — Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento) gives you the flexibility and firepower you need.

Each platform solves different problems. So the right choice really depends on what you're building, how fast you need to scale, and how much you can invest in development.

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