Shopify

Why Shopify Dominates E-commerce

Shopify handles everything from first-time dropshippers to $100M+ brands. The platform scales seamlessly, and the ecosystem solves every e-commerce problem.

My Experience

Shopify is my default e-commerce recommendation. The combination of ease, power, and ecosystem means almost everyone should start here—and most don’t need to leave.

What Makes Shopify Exceptional

1. Just Works - Set up a store in hours, not weeks. Hosting, security, payments—all handled. Focus on products and customers.

2. App Ecosystem - Over 8,000 apps for every need. Email marketing, reviews, subscriptions, wholesale—there’s an app for that.

3. Scale Ready - Start at $29/month, grow to Shopify Plus. The platform handles everything from 10 to 10 million orders.

4. Shopify Payments - Built-in payment processing with competitive rates. No transaction fees when you use it.

Where Shopify Falls Short

Transaction fees bite if you don’t use Shopify Payments. Theme customization without code has limits. App costs stack up quickly.

Who Should Use Shopify

• Anyone selling products online
• DTC brands of any size
• Dropshippers getting started
• Enterprises on Shopify Plus

Shopify vs WooCommerce

Factor	Shopify	WooCommerce
Ease of Use	Superior	Technical
Hosting	Included	Separate
Customization	Ecosystem	Unlimited
Pricing	Subscription	Variable
Best For	Most businesses	Developers

The Bottom Line

Shopify is the right choice for most e-commerce businesses. The ease of starting and ability to scale make it the obvious default.