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BigCommerce vs Gumroad

A side-by-side look at BigCommerce and Gumroad. On our scoring, BigCommerce comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.

Platform
BigCommerce logoBigCommerceAll-in-one
Gumroad logoGumroadCreator & digital
Scores
SellingScene score4.4/54.0/5
User rating4.34.1
Reviews1,6751,890
Pricing
Starting price$39/moFree
Pricing modelper month, billed annuallyno monthly fee, flat per-sale fee
Transaction fees0% on all plans10% flat fee per sale (plus processing)
Hosting & setup
Hosting typeFully hosted (SaaS)Fully hosted (SaaS)
Free trial15 daysFree to start
Staff accountsUnlimitedSingle account
Product limitUnlimitedUnlimited
Payments & security
Payment gateways65+ gateways, no added feesGumroad-managed (cards, PayPal)
SSL includedYesYes
PCI compliantYesYes
Gift cardsYesNo
Catalog & content
Themes / templates12 free, 200+ paidSimple profile storefront
App marketplace850+ appsZapier & integrations
Multi-currencyYesYes
Multi-languageYesNo
POS includedNoNo
Abandoned cart recoveryYesNo
Built-in blogYesNo
Tools & flexibility
Drag-and-drop editorYesNo
API accessYesYes
Mobile appYesNo
Support channels24/7 phone, live chat, emailEmail & help center
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Why 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

Why pick Gumroad?

Gumroad is the fastest way for a creator to start charging for digital products, with a setup measured in minutes and zero monthly cost. The flat 10% fee is steep at volume, and the storefront is intentionally bare-bones.

Best for: Creators selling ebooks, files, and memberships fast

Read the full Gumroad review