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Shopify vs WordPress.com: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Shopify and WordPress.com. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Shopify starts at Custom pricing and WordPress.com starts at $9/mo. Compare all 10 pricing tiers side by side.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026
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Shopify vs WordPress.com: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureShopifyWordPress.com
Starting PriceCustom pricing$9/mo
Number of Plans46
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelflatfreemium
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Shopify and WordPress.com are both priced at Custom pricing, making them equally accessible Other tools. Together they offer 10 pricing plans with 80 features compared, so the best choice comes down to which features match your needs.

WordPress.com stands out with a free plan for getting started. Shopify uses flat pricing while WordPress.com uses freemium pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Other needs.

Pricing Plans
Shopify
Shopify
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WordPress.com
WordPress.com
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Tier 1
Basic
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Acceptez Klarna et les principales cartes
  • Porte-monnaie électroniques et cryptomonnaies
  • Taux des cartes à partir de 1,5 % + 0,25 € EUR en ligne
  • Jusqu’à 77 % de réduction sur l’expédition
  • 10 emplacements de stock
  • Assistance par chat 24h/24, 7j/7
  • Vente en personne par téléphone ou appareil POS
Start with Basic
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Start with Free
Tier 2
Grow
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Acceptez Klarna et les principales cartes
  • Porte-monnaie électroniques et cryptomonnaies
  • Taux des cartes à partir de 1,3 % + 0,25 € EUR en ligne
  • Jusqu’à 88 % de réduction sur l’expédition et assurance
  • 10 emplacements de stock
  • Assistance par chat 24h/24, 7j/7
  • 5 comptes d'employé
  • Vente en personne par téléphone ou appareil POS
Start with Grow
Personal
$9/monthCheapest
$4 / year
Includes
  • 6 GB storage
  • Unlimited pages, posts, users, and visitors
  • Free domain for one year
  • Ad-free browsing experience for your visitors
  • Dozens of premium themes
  • Support from our expert team
  • Stats
  • Install plugins
  • Customize fonts and colors sitewide
Start with Personal
Tier 3
Advanced
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Acceptez Klarna et les principales cartes
  • Porte-monnaie électroniques et cryptomonnaies
  • Taux des cartes à partir de 1,1 % + 0,25 € EUR en ligne
  • Jusqu’à 88 % de réduction sur l’expédition, assurance, tarifs calculés par des tiers
  • 10 emplacements de stock
  • Assistance améliorée par chat 24h/24, 7j/7
  • Boutiques en ligne locales par marché
  • 15 comptes d'employé
  • Vente en personne par téléphone ou appareil POS
Start with Advanced
PremiumPopular
$18/monthCheapest
$8 / year
Includes
  • 13 GB storage
  • Unlimited pages, posts, users, and visitors
  • Free domain for one year
  • Ad-free browsing experience for your visitors
  • All premium themes
  • Fast support from our expert team
  • Premium stats
  • Install plugins
  • Customize fonts and colors sitewide
  • Connect Google Analytics
  • Upload videos
Start with Premium
Tier 4
Plus
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Acceptez Klarna et les principales cartes
  • Porte-monnaie électroniques et cryptomonnaies
  • Meilleurs taux pour les marchands à fort volume
  • Jusqu’à 88 % de réduction sur l’expédition, assurance, tarifs calculés par des tiers
  • 200 emplacements de stock
  • Assistance téléphonique prioritaire 24h/24, 7j/7
  • Boutiques en ligne locales par marché
  • Comptes d'employé illimités
  • Paiement entièrement personnalisable
  • Jusqu’à 200 emplacements POS Pro
  • Vente en gros/B2B
Start with Plus
BusinessPopular
$40/monthCheapest
$25 / year
Includes
  • 50 GB storage
  • Unlimited pages, posts, users, and visitors
  • Free domain for one year
  • Ad-free browsing experience for your visitors
  • All premium themes
  • Priority 24/7 support from our expert team
  • Premium stats
  • Install plugins
  • Customize fonts and colors sitewide
  • Connect Google Analytics
  • Upload videos
  • SFTP/SSH, WP-CLI, Git commands, and GitHub Deployments
Start with Business
Tier 5
—
Commerce
$70/monthCheapest
$45 / year
Includes
  • 50 GB storage
  • Unlimited pages, posts, users, and visitors
  • Free domain for one year
  • Ad-free browsing experience for your visitors
  • All premium and store themes
  • Priority 24/7 support from our expert team
  • Premium stats
  • Install plugins
  • Customize fonts and colors sitewide
  • Connect Google Analytics
  • Upload videos
  • eCommerce tools and optimized WooCommerce experience
Start with Commerce
Tier 6
—
Enterprise
$2083 / year
Includes
  • Unmatched scalability, security and data-driven capabilities
Start with Enterprise

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Shopify

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Managed website and blog hosting platform

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Our Pick

WordPress.com

WordPress.com offers a free plan, offers 6 tiers vs 4.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: WordPress.com

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Shopify if:

  • •You prioritize Shopify's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • •You want Shopify's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 4 pricing tiers
  • •Shopify keeps its feature set lean, which means faster onboarding and less complexity

Choose WordPress.com if:

  • •You need a free plan with core features—WordPress.com offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • •You need 6 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • •You want more features built-in—WordPress.com offers 10 additional features across its plans

WordPress.com offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while Shopify requires paid subscription from the start. This gives WordPress.com a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow WordPress.com's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately $18/mo provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against Shopify's tiering starting at Custom pricing to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. WordPress.com's 6 tiers provide flexibility at different budgets, while Shopify's 4 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, WordPress.com is the obvious starting point with zero financial commitment. Use the free tier to validate core functionality before committing to paid plans from either tool.

Best choice: Shopify

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Frequently Asked Questions: Shopify vs WordPress.com

How many pricing plans does Shopify have vs WordPress.com?
Shopify offers 4 pricing plans, while WordPress.com offers 6 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Shopify or WordPress.com offer a free plan?
WordPress.com offers a free plan, while Shopify does not. If budget is a concern, WordPress.com lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for Shopify or WordPress.com?
Both Shopify and WordPress.com offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular WordPress.com plan?
The Premium plan is WordPress.com's most popular tier, priced at $18/mo. Key features include 13 GB storage, Unlimited pages, posts, users, and visitors, Free domain for one year.
Does Shopify or WordPress.com offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both Shopify and WordPress.com offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
What pricing models do Shopify and WordPress.com use?
Shopify uses a flat pricing model, while WordPress.com uses freemium pricing. The right model depends on your team size and usage patterns.
How do Shopify and WordPress.com compare for Other?
Both Shopify and WordPress.com are Other tools. Shopify offers 4 plans starting at Custom pricing, while WordPress.com offers 6 plans starting at $9/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Other needs.

Sources

  1. Shopify Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page
  2. WordPress.com Official Pricing— Vendor pricing page

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