BigCommerce vs PrestaShop
A side-by-side look at BigCommerce and PrestaShop. On our scoring, BigCommerce comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 4.4/5 | 3.9/5 |
| User rating | 4.3 | 3.9 |
| Reviews | 1,675 | 760 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | $39/mo | Free |
| Pricing model | per month, billed annually | free core + hosting & modules |
| Transaction fees | 0% on all plans | 0% (processor fees apply) |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fully hosted (SaaS) | Self-hosted |
| Free trial | 15 days | Free core |
| Staff accounts | Unlimited | Unlimited (role-based) |
| Product limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | 65+ gateways, no added fees | 250+ payment modules |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | Yes |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | 12 free, 200+ paid | Thousands (marketplace) |
| App marketplace | 850+ apps | 5,000+ modules |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | Yes | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in blog | Yes | No |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | Yes | No |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Support channels | 24/7 phone, live chat, email | Community forum, paid official support |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
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 reviewWhy pick PrestaShop?
PrestaShop is a capable open-source alternative with strong multi-language and multi-currency support, especially popular in Europe. Expect to pay for modules and hosting, and to do more hands-on maintenance.
Best for: Technical EU merchants wanting localization
Read the full PrestaShop review