BigCommerce
$39/mo est.
- Entry plan
- $39/mo (Standard)
- Tx fee
- 0%
- Free themes
- ~14 free
- Apps
- 1,000+ apps
- Support
- 24/7 chat, phone, email
- Est. monthly cost
- $39/mo
BigCommerce
Hosted platform with zero transaction fees on every plan, strong built-in SEO, and headless commerce support.
- Entry plan
- $39/mo (Standard)
- Tx fee
- 0%
- Free themes
- ~14 free
- Apps
- 1,000+ apps
Best for
Higher-volume and B2B US stores that want zero transaction fees and strong SEO.
Pricing breakdown
All prices in USDLast verified June 19, 2026Every fee we track, grouped by where it applies.
Strengths and trade-offs
Pros
- No transaction fees on any plan
- Unlimited staff accounts on every tier
- Strong built-in SEO and headless support
- Bring your own gateway with no surcharge
Cons
- Plans gated by annual revenue (GMV)
- Smaller app ecosystem than Shopify
- Crossing a sales threshold forces an upgrade
- Steeper setup than template-led builders
About BigCommerce
BigCommerce is a US-headquartered hosted (SaaS) platform that charges no transaction fees on any plan, which sets it apart from Shopify. It includes unlimited staff accounts, strong built-in SEO, and full headless commerce support, and it lets you bring your own payment gateway with no platform surcharge. That makes it a strong fit for higher-volume stores and B2B sellers who want to control their processing costs.
The main catch is that each plan is gated by annual sales (GMV), so crossing a revenue threshold can force a plan upgrade rather than a feature one. The app ecosystem is smaller than Shopify's, but the core platform is capable out of the box and integrates with Avalara for US sales-tax automation.
BigCommerce was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, USA.
How BigCommerce compares
Side-by-side with the closest alternatives by estimated cost.
Subscription plus hosting estimate for self-hosted platforms. Payment processing not included.
Shopify
$39/mo est.
- Entry plan
- $39/mo (Basic)
- Tx fee
- 2% (Basic)
- Free themes
- ~13 free
- Apps
- 10,000+ apps
- Support
- 24/7 chat, email, phone
- Est. monthly cost
- $39/mo
Wix
$29/mo est.
- Entry plan
- $29/mo (Core)
- Tx fee
- 0%
- Free themes
- 900+
- Apps
- 500+ apps
- Support
- 24/7 online
- Est. monthly cost
- $29/mo
Squarespace
$16/mo est.
- Entry plan
- $16/mo (Basic)
- Tx fee
- 3% (Basic), 0% (Core+)
- Free themes
- 100+
- Apps
- 40+ extensions
- Support
- 24/7 email; live chat (business hrs)
- Est. monthly cost
- $16/mo
Common questions about BigCommerce
The same questions US merchants ask before signing up.
BigCommerce plans start at $39/mo (Standard) for Standard, with Plus at $105/mo (Plus) and Pro at $399/mo (Pro). Annual billing lowers the monthly rate. BigCommerce is US-headquartered and prices natively in US dollars.
No. BigCommerce charges 0% platform transaction fees on every plan. You pay only the processing fee set by whichever gateway you choose, which is a notable advantage over Shopify's gateway surcharge.
Yes. Each BigCommerce plan has an annual online sales (GMV) threshold. If your store crosses the limit for your current plan, BigCommerce asks you to upgrade, so it is worth factoring this in as your store grows rather than just comparing the headline plan price.
Yes. BigCommerce includes automated US sales-tax calculation through an Avalara AvaTax integration, applying accurate rates by the buyer's location at checkout. That suits higher-volume and multi-state sellers who need reliable tax compliance.
Yes. BigCommerce includes a native BigAI Copywriter for product descriptions, with further AI capability available through its app marketplace. It also offers a Native Storefront MCP connection, which lets AI assistants and shopping agents browse your catalog and help shoppers buy.
BigCommerce charges no transaction fees on any plan and includes more built-in features such as multi-currency and unlimited staff accounts. Shopify has a larger app ecosystem and is generally easier for new merchants to set up. BigCommerce suits higher-volume and B2B sellers who want to keep their processing costs under their own control.
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