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BigCommerce vs Podia

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

Platform
BigCommerce logoBigCommerceAll-in-one
PodiaCreator & digital
Scores
SellingScene score4.4/54.2/5
User rating4.34.2
Reviews1,675760
Pricing
Starting price$39/moFree
Pricing modelper month, billed annuallyfree plan + paid tiers
Transaction fees0% on all plans8% on free plan, 0% on paid plans
Hosting & setup
Hosting typeFully hosted (SaaS)Fully hosted (SaaS)
Free trial15 daysFree plan available
Staff accountsUnlimitedBy plan
Product limitUnlimitedUnlimited
Payments & security
Payment gateways65+ gateways, no added feesStripe, PayPal
SSL includedYesYes
PCI compliantYesYes
Gift cardsYesNo
Catalog & content
Themes / templates12 free, 200+ paidCustomizable storefront
App marketplace850+ appsIntegrations & embeds
Multi-currencyYesNo
Multi-languageYesNo
POS includedNoNo
Abandoned cart recoveryYesYes
Built-in blogYesYes
Tools & flexibility
Drag-and-drop editorYesYes
API accessYesNo
Mobile appYesNo
Support channels24/7 phone, live chat, emailLive chat & email
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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 Podia?

Podia is an approachable all-in-one for creators who sell knowledge, combining courses, downloads, memberships, and email in one tidy dashboard. It is not the most powerful course tool, but its simplicity is the point.

Best for: Educators selling courses and memberships

Read the full Podia review