With the increasing number of online store platforms, the e-commerce landscape is constantly evolving. When expanding your online business, how do you choose a platform that is suitable for sustainable growth? In this article, we will compare two well-known platforms, Shopify and Boutir.
With the increasing number of online store platforms, the e-commerce landscape is constantly evolving. When expanding your online business, how do you choose a platform that is suitable for sustainable growth? In this article, we will compare two well-known platforms, Shopify and Boutir.
It is worth noting that Shopify's three plans only include basic e-commerce functionalities such as product management, order management, and shipping settings. The plan prices primarily depend on the number of employee accounts, transaction fees, and reports. Shopify has its own App store where different store functionalities can be obtained through the installation of third-party extensions, but there is a chance that additional fees may be required, such as for basic customer review functionality or different website templates (which can cost hundreds of dollars). Although this may seem flexible, it becomes difficult for many store owners to predict the final amount of funds needed for their online store. On the other hand, Boutir clearly outlines the included features in each plan, offering a comprehensive package for store management at a single price. All functionalities are readily available and do not require individual installation. This makes it easy to operate and convenient for merchants to accurately budget their operational costs.
Shopify charges varying transaction fees based on the merchant's subscription plan:
To accept credit card payments, merchants can apply for Shopify Payments, their in-house payment tool. However, if they prefer to use other payment methods like the popular GrabPay, they will need to download additional third-party payment applications and create accounts. In addition to GrabPay's own transaction fees, merchants will also need to pay Shopify a percentage ranging from 0.6% to 2% of each transaction amount. Furthermore, the costs of payment service providers or one-time fees for account setup and settlement are not included, making it a significant hidden expense that novice merchants can easily overlook.
On the other hand, with Boutir, they won't be charged any transaction fee by us, and it also integrates with various payment service providers. If merchants prefer to accept credit card payments, they can choose Stripe, and only need to pay Stripe's transaction fees.
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| Onboarding Service | ✔️ | Depending on package |
| Mobile app for store owners | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Products upload | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Design Template | Free | Extra fee applies |
| Shoppable Videos | On Advanced Package | Extra fee applies |
| Livestream on Webstore | Unlimited | - |
| Custom Domain (.store) | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Multi-Currency Display | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Free SSL Certificate | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Abandoned Cart Reminder | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Membership Tiers | Free | Extra fee applies |
| Loyalty Points | Free | Extra fee applies |
| Member Price by Tier | Free | Extra fee applies |
| POS system | ✔️ | Depending on package |
| WhatsApp Product Listing (AI Sales Assistant) | ✔️ | - |
Although Shopify offers high flexibility in setting up an online store, it can also be relatively difficult. For instance, when connecting to a Google Ad account, merchants have to create their own account on Google and then only insert the code into the backend of their store.
Because starting an online store can be complex for many people (including setting up localized payment and shipping systems), Shopify encourages store owners to hire Shopify experts to help with store setup. However, this adds additional costs, which can be burdensome for startups or small businesses.
On the other hand, Boutir has always adhered to the principle of simplicity and ease of use, allowing even non-tech-savvy store owners to effortlessly create their own online stores. Taking the example of setting up a Google Ad account, you can even directly create a Google Ad account within the Boutir application, completing it with just a few simple steps, without the need to hire professionals.
Both Boutir and Shopify are robust e-commerce systems, but for local businesses, Boutir is undoubtedly the superior choice. One reason is that Boutir provides strong regional support in the Asian market, offering local payment methods, language localization, and currency support. It also collaborates with local logistics and payment providers to better meet the demands of the local market.
Additionally, when it comes to convenience and ease of use, Boutir outshines Shopify. While Shopify offers a wide range of apps and integration options, store owners need to invest additional time and resources to research, test, or hire experts to build and manage their online stores. In contrast, Boutir is dedicated to providing a user-friendly interface and tools that make store creation and management easy, without the need for any programming knowledge. This allows you to focus on your business and maximize your profits.
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