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Ecwid vs Podia

An editor-assessed head-to-head for Store Builders tools.

4.2
Rating
4.3
Free–$99/mo
Pricing
$33–$89/mo
N/A
Commission
N/A
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Cookie
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  • Works on any site
  • Facebook/Instagram selling
  • No migration needed
  • Free tier
Pros
  • Courses + memberships
  • No transaction fees on higher tiers
  • Email built in
  • Simple editor
  • Less commerce depth than Shopify
  • Add-on costs
Cons
  • Not for physical goods
  • Fewer storefront themes

Ecwid

Ecwid drops a storefront onto an existing site or social profile, so you can start selling without rebuilding. Convenient for established sites adding commerce.

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Podia

Podia bundles courses, memberships and downloads with email, so creators run an entire knowledge business from one place. Strong fit for education-led brands.

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Both tools are editors' picks in Store Builders. Your best fit depends on shipping regions, budget and catalog needs \u2014 compare the pros and cons above.