Adobe Commerce vs BigCommerce
A side-by-side look at Adobe Commerce and BigCommerce. On our scoring, BigCommerce comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 3.9/5 | 4.4/5 |
| User rating | 4 | 4.3 |
| Reviews | 940 | 1,675 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $2000/mo | $39/mo |
| Pricing model | est. per month (custom quote) | per month, billed annually |
| Transaction fees | 0% (processor fees apply) | 0% on all plans |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Self-hosted or Adobe cloud | Fully hosted (SaaS) |
| Free trial | Demo only | 15 days |
| Staff accounts | Unlimited (role-based) | Unlimited |
| Product limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Hundreds via extensions | 65+ gateways, no added fees |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | Yes |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Custom (developer-built) | 12 free, 200+ paid |
| App marketplace | 3,000+ marketplace extensions | 850+ apps |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in blog | No | Yes |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | Yes | Yes |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | No | Yes |
| Support channels | Account manager (licensed), community forums | 24/7 phone, live chat, email |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
Why pick Adobe Commerce?
Adobe Commerce (Magento) is a powerhouse for enterprises that need deep customization and can fund a development team to run it. For everyone else, the total cost of ownership is hard to justify.
Best for: Enterprises with complex, high-volume needs
Read the full Adobe Commerce reviewWhy pick BigCommerce?
BigCommerce packs an unusually generous native feature set and charges no transaction fees, making it a strong pick for mid-market stores. Just watch the annual sales thresholds that quietly push you onto pricier plans.
Best for: Mid-market stores with complex catalogs
Read the full BigCommerce review