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Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the eCommerce Platforms category, the mindshare of Adobe Commerce is 6.2%, down from 13.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Bigcommerce is 1.5%, down from 1.9% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Shopify is 4.7%, down from 10.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

eCommerce Platforms Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Adobe Commerce	6.2%
Shopify	4.7%
Bigcommerce	1.5%
Other	87.6%

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Andrew Christodoulou

Principal Product Manager at Swoon

Customization supports complex needs, though speed challenges persist

We don't use the reporting tools from Adobe Commerce as we have our own reporting infrastructure. Adobe Commerce can be complex in terms of ease of use, as it's such a large platform. From the development side, you can customize everything, but that does require substantial resources. When working on Adobe Commerce, I would want Adobe Commerce specialist developers. Although it's all built in PHP, and there are many PHP developers, I would want Adobe Commerce specialist developers working on it because they have knowledge about what to customize and more importantly, what's best not to touch. There are always site speed issues with Adobe Commerce. It seems to be an ongoing issue with performance. When comparing it to Shopify, you don't tend to need to worry about that, but with Adobe Commerce, it remains an ongoing issue. Additionally, there are all the upgrades, which can be quite painful, including the regular patches, both on the open-source and licensed version, on-premises. The initial setup for migrating to Adobe Commerce from another e-commerce platform is not straightforward; it's a very big job. The pricing for Adobe Commerce varies dramatically. Quite often, you see their list prices and then you are able to negotiate very hefty discounts. My understanding is that they're moving away from heavily discounting. Although our license where I am at the moment is heavily discounted, I'm hearing that they're trying to move away from that practice.

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Joe Palko

Business Management Consultant at Your Store Wizards

Easy to use, robust and fast checkout capabilities, and offers a wholesale interface for B2B customers

There is very little that needs to be improved, as BigCommerce is very proactive and is continuously releasing new updates. They are very effective at modernizing their product, but since no product is perfect and can always improve, a few things that I think BigCommerce could do better is to create a better reporting module for merchants. There are apps available that help with this in their app store, but it would be nice to have this built-in for things such as running reports for sales tax reporting. The theme editor that was recently added is wonderful, but it not totally intuitive.

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WimVanhoorne

Enterprise Architect at BESIX

Connecting web sales with existing operations has improved, but layout and integration need work

The most valuable features in Shopify are the ease of integration. The downside is that the layout is not adaptable as someone would expect. For some customers, Shopify is not a viable option because it is not adaptable enough. Adaptability is mostly related to the layout and specific things related to the business branch. I have not been a partner or reseller of Shopify. I belong to a company that delivers architects who help customers find the best product and support them in implementation. In many cases, it is not only software that needs to be installed; organizations also need to adapt. For instance, if you really want to sell through the web, you need to be capable of setting up an organization to deliver products the next day or faster. Many organizations are not capable of doing this, so they need to change procedures in their warehouses and sales operations. It is not only about the software.

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Pros

"Now with the website, all of their offline orders have been converted into the store business and their sales are improving 60% year on year and now they are one of the premium brands selling gym equipment across Australia."

"The customization capabilities of Adobe Commerce are great."

"The platform provides an easy way to customize its features."

"The product can be maintained effortlessly."

"Integrated Payment Gateway International Payment Ready Cash On Delivery and Bank Deposit Email Notifications Integrated Social Media Product Presentation Verify Orders Easy Navigation Personalized Shopping Experience 3rd Party Extensions Showcase your products Advanced Sort and Search Simple Check-out process Secure Shopping SEO Optimized Enable/Disable Products Multiple Stores"

"The ecosystem includes thousands of vendors who are providing third-party add-ons."

"The solution's valuable features are the presentation layout and ease of use. When we have new people joining the team, it is simple for them to get involved very quickly."

"Magento is very flexible, and it's one of the biggest e-commerce platforms."

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"BigCommerce has an excellent B2B interface, which gives merchants the ability to sell with different price books and the ability to segment clients."

"BigCommerce has increased sales for almost every merchant that has moved from another eCommerce platform."

"Shopify is the best eCommerce platform on the market today."

"Shopify provides an easy to use service at the backend that includes product upload, customer service, team settings, and team customization."

"The most valuable feature is its strong SEO capabilities."

"I would absolutely recommend Shopify to others."

"Shopify can be used without any coding knowledge."

"When compared to all of the above solutions, Shopify is the fastest, easiest to use, the most secure, and it features the best customer support."

"The product has a few free-to-use features. It is easy to navigate and has good visuals as well."

"The most valuable feature of Shopify is its ease of use, as I do not need to integrate different services from different platforms, because Shopify makes it easier to have everything on one platform."

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Cons

"The analytics are good but there is room for improvement. There are some limitations due to new regulations causing customer data time delays."

"Elasticsearch has really been a pain; it takes a toll on the performance, and starting with version 2.4, Magento requires Elasticsearch, which has been causing a lot of serious performance issues."

"I am still playing around and trying to catch up with the latest version to understand all the features, but I do feel that its CMS can be much more streamlined. They provide a what-you-see-is-what-you-get editor, which many customers prefer, but based on the implementations that I have done for more than seven years, I have seen that many times, it is run by the marketing team, and they don't find it very comfortable to use. They feel uncomfortable managing and changing the content. As a business user, you need to have at least basic knowledge of HTML, which you cannot expect from all marketing teams. Some companies or organizations have that competency, but many organizations, especially in the Middle East, have a very small team, so it becomes quite difficult for them. This is a common challenge that I have seen across the platforms. Magento is better and easier than Oracle Commerce Cloud, but Shopify is much easier than Magento. A layman or my 10-year-old kid can go ahead and set up a store in Shopify in probably 45 minutes, which is not the case with Magento. Elasticsearch has really been a pain. It takes a toll on the performance. Starting with version 2.4, Magento requires Elasticsearch, which has been causing a lot of serious performance issues. We had a client in the US who was running a promo, and they lost a subsequent number of orders over one and a half hours. They were on the enterprise platform, not open-source. The team had to open a ticket with Magento. Its performance needs to be upgraded, or some kind of guidelines have to be provided for the setup. It looks like even Magento has no clue. When you go through the answers given in the online community, it seems that in spite of having the hardware configurations that they suggest, it is not performing at the optimal level. It should also have a better way to measure performance. Performance measuring has to be much easier. Many times, we see CPU utilization going up and down. We see spikes without any reason. Therefore, we need a better performance management system."

"More technical knowledge is required to keep a Magento website running smoothly compared to many other platforms like OpenCart."

"Magneto is monolithic in character, making it difficult for us to scale up very high quickly on the content side."

"The hardware requirements of the tool should be made better, as it is a solution that is very heavy on the servers, and it makes it expensive to host many servers."

"The industry has evolved, and the main focus is composable solutions because of which now SAP and Magento are forced to tackle various aspects of commerce, including commerce tools and pricing strategies, among other things."

"It would be great to have a way to communicate properly with the team that builds the platform because you can get stuck at certain points, and it's hard to search for solutions on forums and tutorials."

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"The theme editor that was recently added is wonderful, but it is not totally intuitive."

"For some customers, Shopify is not a viable option because it is not adaptable enough."

"If you consider an enterprise-level application with a lot of customization, Shopify can be problematic to use."

"There are some areas where improvements could be made. Currently, the platform only supports three product variants, and having the option for more variants would be beneficial. Additionally, we have to rely on external plugins for reviews and ratings, which could be more convenient if they were built-in."

"The order processing and saving of the changes for the product should have automatic functioning."

"The formatting within the user interface has its limitations."

"I would like to see a feature that allows us to access all of the platforms in Shopify, like Facebook and Instagram messages, so we can easily reply to connect to our customers."

"Previously, Shopify had a limitation of 200 product variations, which posed a challenge for businesses with multiple product options like different colors and sizes. However, they have increased this limit to 1,000 variations, greatly improving the platform's functionality. Besides that, I don't see any major issues that need improvement."

"Many of our clients complain because Shopify is costly and not an open-source."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"We transitioned from the platform's commercial license to the open-source version, which helped optimize costs without affecting our sales."

"The product offers an open-source version, which is free. There are licensing options for Adobe Commerce's cloud version."

"Many implementations were open-source. We also had a couple of enterprise-level implementations, but I didn't have visibility on the licensing cost."

"The price of the solution increased after Adobe acquired Magento. At this point, we know the price of Magento and SAP, and while they may have lower entry tickets, they are ultimately comparable."

"This solution is cheaper than some of its competitors. However, the price depends on which country you are in. In some countries, such as Greece or some Southeastern European countries, the price for the client can be expensive."

"The cost of implementation is cheap compared to other solutions."

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"The pricing of the solution is economical. The enterprise version is more expensive, however, we do not use it. We pay for the license on a monthly basis and there are payment gateway charges associated with transactions, typically around two percent or as applicable."

"They have various plans including ones that are priced at $29 per month, $79 per month, and can go up to $300 per month."

"The tool's pricing depends on how big your online store is."

"Depending on the client's requirements, they can choose either the basic plan or the premium plan."

"This is the only platform to enforce its own transaction fee unless you use Shopify Payments Content, which doesn’t automatically reformat when you switch themes."

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Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

10%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Construction Company

Media Company

18%

Construction Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Outsourcing Company

12%

Financial Services Firm

11%

Media Company

10%

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Small Business	23
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	6

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Overview

Adobe Commerce offers a modular approach with user-friendly design and open-source adaptability. It provides seamless integration with third-party tools and AI-driven features, making it ideal for businesses seeking customizable and performance-focused e-commerce solutions.

Adobe Commerce, previously Magento, is a powerful platform equipped to handle complex business requirements through its extensive customization options. Its modular framework allows for easy third-party integration and robust functionality. Highly adaptable, it supports both B2B and B2C operations, offering a strong community backing and competitive pricing. While it shines in flexibility and extensibility, it does require improvements in areas such as CRM, accounting functionalities, and performance management. Challenges include a complex CMS, high development costs, and limited developer availability, impacting ease of use and customization setup. The lack of headless architecture also complicates scalability. It provides AI-driven recommendations and integrations with SAP for real-time data management, demonstrating its alignment with enterprise demands.

What are the key features of Adobe Commerce?

Modular Approach: Enables easy third-party integration and customization.
Open-Source Flexibility: Allows for extensive tailoring to fit business needs.
AI-Driven Recommendations: Provides personalized shopping experiences.
Community Support: Offers robust assistance and resources.
Seamless Integration: Compatible with various external tools and systems.

What benefits or ROI can users expect from Adobe Commerce?

Customizability: Easily adapts to unique business requirements, maximizing efficiency.
Performance Focus: Designed for high performance, optimizing e-commerce operations.
Flexibility: Supports diverse business models, including B2B and B2C.
Competitiveness: Offers competitive pricing and strong feature set.
Community Resources: Access to a wealth of knowledge and support.

In fashion, furniture, and technology industries, Adobe Commerce enables businesses to tailor e-commerce platforms for refined customer management and product handling. Its support for SAP integration allows real-time data processing and personalized inventory management setups, catering to small to medium enterprises across e-commerce sectors.

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Bigcommerce is a leading e-commerce platform designed to streamline online selling for businesses of all sizes, providing robust tools and resources to enhance user experience and drive sales.

As a comprehensive e-commerce platform, Bigcommerce supports businesses by offering scalable, secure, and customizable online stores. It provides seamless integration with essential apps and marketplaces, making it ideal for businesses aiming to expand online presence and reach. Renowned for its ease of use, Bigcommerce offers extensive design capabilities and powerful analytics, enabling users to optimize operations and maximize efficiency.

What are key features of Bigcommerce?

Customizable Templates: Offers a variety of responsive design themes.
SEO Integration: Built-in SEO tools improve search visibility.
Payment Gateways: Supports multiple payment methods for flexibility.
App Marketplace: Access to apps enhancing functionality.
Analytics: Advanced tools for tracking sales and customer behavior.

What benefits or ROI should users look for in reviews?

Increased Sales: Strong track record of improving conversion rates.
Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing models to fit different budgets.
Scalability: Easily grows with business without complex modifications.
Customer Support: Reliable support enhances user satisfaction and issue resolution.

In industries such as fashion, health, and electronics, Bigcommerce is frequently chosen for its robust integrations with industry-specific software, enabling businesses to manage back-end operations effectively while offering a seamless shopping experience to customers. Its flexibility allows for brand differentiation, which is critical in competitive markets.

Bigcommerce

Shopify provides an intuitive platform for setting up online stores without coding. It offers secure hosting, fast speeds, and seamless integration with applications and payment methods, simplifying e-commerce for users.

Shopify is renowned for its user-friendly approach, enabling businesses to launch online stores efficiently. Its customizable templates and robust SEO tools meet diverse business needs, enhancing inventory management and backend functionality. While generally accessible, some users seek improved customization and database access, better integration with financial tools, and expanded support for mobile apps. Shopify's widespread use includes scalable store setups popular with small to medium enterprises, facilitating quick launches with potent inbuilt features for retail management across marketplaces.

What are Shopify's top features?

Ease of Use: No coding required, simplifying store setup.
Secure Hosting: Reliable, fast, and secure.
SEO and Templates: Customizable designs with strong SEO capabilities.
App Integration: Seamless integration with third-party apps.
Inventory Management: Tools for inventory oversight.

What benefits do users experience with Shopify?

Scalable Growth: Support for expanding small to medium businesses.
Quick Market Entry: Fast set up for retail operations.
Sales Enhancements: Built-in tools for boosting sales on marketplaces.
User-Friendly Onboarding: Streamlined onboarding for all users.

In industries like retail and consumer goods, Shopify's flexibility and built-in e-commerce features make it popular for rapidly setting up customized online platforms. Businesses often integrate themes and payment gateways, enhancing customer experience with tailored branding elements across sites and social media channels.