If you’re reading this, you’re probably feeling the financial strain of maintaining your Shopify store.
What started as a simple monthly fee has likely evolved into a complex web of expenses that drain your profits month after month. But will moving from Shopify to WooCommerce be easy?
Let’s face reality: Shopify isn’t just $29/month anymore.
For most store owners, the true cost of Shopify includes:
- Basic Shopify Plan: $29/month ($324/year)
- Essential Apps: Average 5-7 apps at $10-20 each ($600-1,680/year)
- Transaction Fees: 2% on every sale if not using Shopify Payments
- Theme Costs: $180-350 for a premium theme
- Premium Features: Advanced shipping, reporting, etc.
For the average small to medium store owner, these costs typically add up to $2,000-3,500 annually, and that’s before you’ve made a single dollar in profit.
But looking for possible ways of moving from Shopify to WooCommerce?
Shopify vs. WooCommerce: The True Cost Comparison
Let’s break down what you’re actually paying for with concrete numbers:
Annual Expense Shopify vs WooCommerce Comparison
| Expense Category | Shopify | WooCommerce |
| Platform Fee | $324 (Basic) – $2,388 (Advanced) | $0 |
| Hosting | Included | $50-240 |
| Transaction Fees | 2% (non-Shopify Payments) | 0% + payment processor fees |
| Essential Apps/Plugins | $600-1,680 | $0-300 |
| Theme | $180-350 | $0-120 |
| Product Migration | N/A | $19.99 (Shop2Woo) |
| TOTAL (YEAR 1) | $1,248-4,418 | $69.99-679.99 |
| TOTAL (YEAR 2+) | $1,068-4,068 | $50-540 |
Feature-by-Feature Cost Breakdown
| Feature | Shopify Cost | WooCommerce Cost |
| SEO Tools | $20/month | Free (Yoast/RankMath) |
| Abandoned Cart Recovery | Requires $79 plan | Free (Multiple plugins) |
| Product Reviews | $15/month app | Free (Built-in) |
| Inventory Management | Basic included, advanced needs app | Free (Built-in) |
| Email Marketing | $10-45/month | Free to start (MailPoet) |
| Product Variations | Limited (200 per product) | Unlimited |
| Custom Checkout | Requires $299/month plan | Free (Customizable) |
The verdict is clear: WooCommerce offers comparable or superior functionality at a fraction of the cost.
Transfer Shopify to Woo Barrier: Why Store Owners Stay Despite High Costs
If WooCommerce is so much more affordable, why do merchants stay with Shopify?
The answer is simple: migration fear.
Most store owners worry about:
- Losing product data during transfer
- Technical complexity of migration
- Downtime affecting sales
- High cost of migration services ($150-500)
- Time investment to reconfigure everything
This is where Shop2Woo changes everything.
Introducing Shop2Woo: The $19.99 Solution to Expensive Migration
Shop2Woo eliminates the major barriers that keep store owners locked into Shopify’s expensive ecosystem:
How Shop2Woo Makes Migration Simple and Affordable:
- No API Complexity: Other tools require a complex Shopify API setup. Shop2Woo uses simple JSON files.
- Works With Cancelled Accounts: Already left Shopify? No problem. Shop2Woo works with exported JSON files.
- One-Time Fee: Just $19.99 for a 3-site license. No monthly subscriptions.
- Complete Data Transfer: Products, images, variations, descriptions – everything moves over seamlessly.
- 3-Step Process: Export JSON file → Configure WooCommerce API → Import. That’s it.
Real Cost Savings: The Shop2Woo Difference
Case Study: Emma’s Boutique
Emma ran a medium-sized fashion store on Shopify with:
- Shopify Advanced Plan: $299/month
- 7 Essential Apps: $135/month
- Transaction Fees: ~$75/month
Annual Shopify Cost: $6,108
After migrating to WooCommerce with Shop2Woo:
- Quality WordPress Hosting: $15/month
- Essential Premium Plugins: $150/year
- Shop2Woo Migration: $19.99 (one-time)
Annual WooCommerce Cost: $349.99
First-Year Savings: $5,758.01 (94% reduction)
What Early Shop2Woo Users Are Saying
“I was paying Shopify over $200 monthly between my plan and apps. After using Shop2Woo to migrate to WooCommerce, my only ongoing cost is $15/month for hosting. The migration was seamless, and I kept all my products and images intact. Best business decision I’ve made this year.” — Michael T., Electronics Store Owner
“I was skeptical that a $19.99 plugin could replace migration services quoting me $350+. But Shop2Woo did exactly what it promised. Moved 734 products with all variations in under an hour. Now I own my store instead of renting it from Shopify.” — Sarah K., Handmade Goods Seller
“As a developer managing multiple client stores, Shop2Woo has become my secret weapon. The 3-site license lets me help clients escape Shopify’s high costs without expensive migration fees. It’s paid for itself a hundred times over.” — David L., WordPress Developer
Now let’s Calculate Your Savings.
How Much Could You Save?
Use this simple formula to calculate your potential annual savings:
- Add up your current monthly Shopify plan + apps + transaction fees
- Multiply by 12 for your annual Shopify cost
- Subtract your anticipated WooCommerce costs (~$150-350/year)
- The difference is your potential annual savings
For most store owners, this calculation reveals $1,000-5,000 in annual savings.
The Long-Term Advantage: Ownership vs. Rental
Beyond immediate cost savings, switching to WooCommerce offers a fundamental advantage: you own your store, rather than rent it.
With Shopify:
- Stop paying → Lose your store completely
- Limited customization without coding knowledge
- Locked into their ecosystem and payment rules
- Always subject to plan and pricing changes
With WooCommerce:
- Complete ownership and control
- Unlimited customization possibilities
- Freedom to choose any service provider
- One-time costs instead of perpetual fees
Ready to Stop Overpaying for Your Online Store?
Don’t let another month go by throwing money at unnecessary subscription fees. With Shop2Woo, you can:
- Keep all your product data during migration
- Eliminate monthly platform fees permanently
- Maintain the same (or better) functionality
- Take full ownership of your eCommerce business
For Less Than a Single Day of Shopify Fees
At just $19.99, Shop2Woo costs less than what most merchants pay Shopify for a single day of service. Your 3-site license includes:
- Complete migration capabilities
- Full product data transfer
- One year of updates and support
- Lifetime usage
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to manage a WooCommerce store compared to Shopify?
With modern WordPress hosting and themes, WooCommerce is just as user-friendly as Shopify.
Will I lose any functionality when switching from Shopify to WooCommerce?
No. Every feature available in Shopify has an equivalent in WooCommerce, often with more customisation options. The WooCommerce plugin ecosystem is actually larger than Shopify’s app store.
How long does the migration process take?
With Shop2Woo, most stores can complete the entire migration in 1-3 hours, depending on the number of products. There’s no downtime for your existing store during the process.
What about my Shopify theme design?
While Shop2Woo focuses on product data migration, there are numerous WooCommerce themes that can be customised to match your current design. Many former Shopify users report that their WooCommerce stores actually look better after migration.
Is there any ongoing cost for using Shop2Woo?
No. Shop2Woo is a one-time purchase of $19.99. You receive updates and support for one year, and can continue using the plugin indefinitely afterwards.
Will you continue paying Shopify’s Premium Every Month?
The numbers don’t lie: continuing with Shopify means thousands of dollars in unnecessary expenses every year.
WooCommerce offers the same functionality (often more) without the persistent drain on your resources.
With Shop2Woo, the transition is simple, affordable, and risk-free.
Disclaimer: Shop2Woo is not affiliated with Shopify or WooCommerce. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Savings calculations are estimates and may vary based on individual store needs and usage.
