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BIG CARTEL VS. SHOPIFY

For 20 years, Big Cartel has has been the choice for small businesses...and for good reasons.

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YOUR WALLET WILL THANK YOU

A quick look at how our prices stack up compared to Shopify:

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Free plan

Basic plan

$39/mo + platform fees

Platinum plan

$15/mo

Shopify plan

$105/mo + platform fees

Diamond plan

$30/mo

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E-commerce made easy

SELL MORE, STRESS LESS

At Big Cartel, get started for free. Set up is a breeze, and you’ll never get hit with a hidden fee. No coding or design skills needed—just a vision and the guts to do it.

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What's yours is yours

MORE FOR YOU

Close your calculator. With no platform or listing fees, you won't be doing the math on your profits. Shopify, on the other hand? Their fees can eat into your earnings.

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Switching made simple

CRUISE OVER WITH EASE

Already selling on Shopify, Etsy, or Squarespace? No problem. It’s quick and painless to import everything into Big Cartel.

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WHERE DIY GOES PRO

Time for a quick recap:

  • Get started with our free 7-day trial
  • No-cost templates for easy store setup and design
  • No hidden fees—keep every penny you earn
  • Real human support
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BIG CARTEL VS. THE REST

Unbeatable prices, simple setup, and full support—see how Big Cartel stands out.

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