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Easy Digital Downloads vs Shopify

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

Platform
Easy Digital Downloads logoEasy Digital DownloadsCreator & digital
Shopify logoShopifyAll-in-one
Scores
SellingScene score4.0/54.7/5
User rating4.14.7
Reviews6705,421
Pricing
Starting priceFree$39/mo
Pricing modelfree core + annual pass for extensionsper month, billed monthly
Transaction fees0% (processor fees apply)2.9% + 30¢ (0% with Shopify Payments)
Hosting & setup
Hosting typeSelf-hosted (WordPress)Fully hosted (SaaS)
Free trialFree core plugin3 days + $1/mo for 3 months
Staff accountsWordPress roles2–15 by plan
Product limitUnlimitedUnlimited
Payments & security
Payment gatewaysStripe, PayPal + gateways100+ gateways + Shopify Payments
SSL includedYesYes
PCI compliantYesYes
Gift cardsYesYes
Catalog & content
Themes / templatesWordPress theme ecosystem12 free, 100+ paid
App marketplaceOfficial extensions library8,000+ apps
Multi-currencyNoYes
Multi-languageYesYes
POS includedNoYes
Abandoned cart recoveryYesYes
Built-in blogYesYes
Tools & flexibility
Drag-and-drop editorYesYes
API accessYesYes
Mobile appNoYes
Support channelsTicket support (pass), documentation24/7 live chat, phone callback, email
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Why pick Easy Digital Downloads?

Easy Digital Downloads is the specialist choice for selling digital goods on WordPress, with clean license and subscription handling that WooCommerce bolts on awkwardly. You will buy extension passes to unlock its full power.

Best for: WordPress users selling files and licenses

Read the full Easy Digital Downloads review

Why pick Shopify?

Shopify remains the platform to beat. Its polished admin, best-in-class checkout, and enormous app ecosystem make it the safest choice for most merchants — provided you are comfortable using Shopify Payments to avoid extra transaction fees.

Best for: Growing brands that want everything in one place

Read the full Shopify review