{"id":13492,"date":"2021-01-06T09:00:05","date_gmt":"2021-01-06T09:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"\/gb\/en\/blog\/?p=13492"},"modified":"2023-01-17T10:25:16","modified_gmt":"2023-01-17T10:25:16","slug":"ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/gb\/en\/blog\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the UK, eCommerce sales now account for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.emarketer.com\/content\/uk-ecommerce-2020\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25.5% of the retail market<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; a percentage that\u2019s set to rise to a third by 2024. Having a good eCommerce website is no longer a luxury, but instead is crucial for companies that want to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded marketplace. But building an eCommerce website can look like a daunting task, which is where eCommerce builders can help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is an Ecommerce Builder?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An eCommerce builder is more than just a template, and it\u2019s the foundation of your eCommerce store. Unlike a generic website builder, it comes with a host of different functionalities built especially to help you run an online store. An eCommerce website builder can help you set up product pages, shopping carts, and payment methods, and even help you establish customer service connections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best eCommerce site builders come with tools that walk you through the process of hosting, designing, pricing and adding payment options &#8211; as well as marketing reports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Key Features to Look Out For in an Ecommerce Platform<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good eCommerce platform should allow you to build your online store from scratch, either using code or by making use of built-in themes. It should also be <\/span><a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/mobility-business-continuity-plan\/#ring-uk\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mobile-friendly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and allow you to run your store on the go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your eCommerce builder should have, at the very least:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high-quality, intuitive interface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A built-in <a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/definitions\/shopping-cart\/\">shopping cart<\/a> or a third-party app to allow you to process payments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools to help you keep track of orders and shipping.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ability to integrate with add-ons and other tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sufficient storage space. Before you opt for a specific eCommerce platform, consider how much you\u2019ll be selling. If you anticipate lots of traffic, opt for a solution that gives you lots of storage space, inventory, and bandwidth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right level of customisation. If you\u2019re a more seasoned web designer, you will want to have the option to maximise your knowledge of code. If you\u2019re new to website design, a site with built-in, attractive templates will be more suitable.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also check for features including security and support, as well as the ability to build a site with sufficient shipping options, and the ability to create promotions. Not all sites offer the same options and some charge for extras. Finally, look for a program that\u2019s easy to use. The less time you need to figure out how to set up your online store, the more time you have to sell.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>10 Ultimate Ecommerce Builders<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this post, we\u2019ll look at ten of the ultimate eCommerce website builders on the market. Whether you\u2019re a complete beginner or a seasoned web designer, there should be an option that fits the bill.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Wix<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wix is ideal if you\u2019re new to building an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/5-must-have-customer-service-elements-for-online-businesses\/#ring-uk\">eCommerce website<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is compatible with iOS and Android use. It enables you to create both a store and a business website simultaneously &#8211; with no need to use any code.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get started on your website using drag and drop items that you can add into one of the hundreds of Wix templates, making it quick and simple to create new product pages. There are also SEO-friendly components to utilise, to drive traffic to your site.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019ve finished creating your website, you can head on over to the Wix App Market. Here you can add apps to your site and access the eCommerce features you\u2019ll need to start selling. You can add products, upload videos, and create coupons &#8211; as well as edit the cart, product, and order confirmation pages, so they match your brand\u2014all great for limiting abandoned cart issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13503 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-10-7.png\" alt=\"wix-ecommerce-builders\" width=\"822\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-10-7.png 822w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-10-7-300x245.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-10-7-640x523.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-10-7-768x628.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 822px) 100vw, 822px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/freesitebuilder\/create-online-store?gclid=Cj0KCQjwuL_8BRCXARIsAGiC51CwPMfW2l87ShILEE2O8DGpCFL6fb0eXlmeru7zoYXGXM4Pm58IjeIaAsL7EALw_wcB&amp;utm_medium=cpc\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wix enables you to sell on multiple channels including Facebook and eBay, and manage your store from one integrated dashboard &#8211; from orders to fulfilment and much more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re first starting, make sure you take the time to choose the ideal template, because you can\u2019t switch to another without going back to the start and rebuilding your pages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wix is free, with no limited trial, and free hosting included.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Shopify<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopify is perfect if you need to create a functional online store, pronto. It\u2019s possible to sign up, choose a theme, and upload a product to your site in under ten minutes, using easy drag and drop features.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several professionally-designed themes which are free to use. Or you can upgrade and use a paid theme. The free themes relate to specific store types, such as apparel, or a specific style, such as narrative storytelling. And they\u2019re fully customisable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopify\u2019s user interface is easy to get to grips with, and uploading products is simple. All you need to do is navigate to the dashboard and select \u2018Products&gt;Add product.\u2019 Input your product\u2019s title and description, add an image, and click \u2018Save Product\u2019. That\u2019s it: You\u2019re done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You get access to a <strong><a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/definitions\/shopping-cart\/\">built-in shopping cart<\/a><\/strong> that integrates with hundreds of payment gateways and other third-party tools. Features include being able to set up discount codes and send emails to cart-abandoners. You can set up marketing campaigns on Facebook, Google, and more. You can also access useful extensions, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/contact-centre\/products\/reporting.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reporting and analytics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tools.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smaller eCommerce businesses can try Shopify for free, while \u2018Shopify Plus\u2019 is an eCommerce solution aimed at higher volume sellers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13496 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-3-15.png\" alt=\"shopify-ecommerce-website-builders\" width=\"1138\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-3-15.png 1138w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-3-15-300x111.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-3-15-640x237.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-3-15-768x285.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1138px) 100vw, 1138px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopify.co.uk\/free-trial?&amp;term=%2Bshopify&amp;Network=Search&amp;SiteTarget=&amp;mt=b&amp;adid=328328050304&amp;adpos=&amp;CampaignId=1681994802&amp;branded_enterprise=1&amp;BOID=brand&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwuL_8BRCXARIsAGiC51DlFyxaAotag9fAs7hO9_qqb5rlwQflUGsVIO0SNtc5OBqbdaqGenwaAt1IEALw_wcB\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Square<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square might suit you if you already have a physical store, but want to create an additional online presence. This eCommerce builder allows you to accept both in-person and online payments within one dashboard. Square also enables you to quickly access your orders, customer lists, and sales reports &#8211; and even pay your staff via the Payroll tab.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13497 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-4-13.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-334\" width=\"1031\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-4-13.png 1031w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-4-13-300x117.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-4-13-640x249.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-4-13-768x299.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1031px) 100vw, 1031px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/squareup.com\/gb\/en\/payments\/online-payments?device=c&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwuL_8BRCXARIsAGiC51D6sIbZvb_55mhoW9XOfvE8swZaoP5aB8aiuCFIwYtQl_oBGtKGOeMaAuFREALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;kw=Square+Ecwid&amp;kwid=p56500419909&amp;matchtype=b&amp;pcrid=458672754849&amp;pdv=c&amp;pkw=square+ecwid&amp;pmt=b&amp;pub=GOOGLE\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to make a physical sale, select \u2018Virtual Terminal\u2019 from the menu, which will act as a digital cash register. With the Square credit card reader, you pay a fee to Square, and their information automatically uploads to your Square account.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The platform also allows you to market your business at an extra cost to create newsletters and coupons, and send out bulk emails. There\u2019s help to set up campaigns with templates to add text, images, and change font colours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. OpenCart<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open cart is an eCommerce builder that gives you total control over your store\u2019s design. You can install the platform directly onto your computer or opt for a cloud-based alternative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coding experience is essential if you\u2019re to get the most out of OpenCart. By combining your coding experience with the available extensions, you will fully customise your store. Admin pages, product categories, marketing campaigns, page design, customer lists, and orders are the basics of getting your store up and running.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to extensions, OpenCart has lots to choose from. Over 13,000, in fact, with some paid and some free. These include payment gateways, themes, sales reports, and many other helpful features, with developers adding new ones every day. This is why OpenCart is often referred to as the \u2018WordPress\u2019 of eCommerce builders.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OpenCart is a good option if you\u2019re a smaller company <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/remote-work-finance-playbook.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keeping tabs on your finances<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. That\u2019s because it\u2019s free, with the option to add unlimited products. You can also sign up for a Premium Plan. Paid extensions range in price, while transaction fees depend on the selected payment gateway.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13498 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-ecomm-builders.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-76\" width=\"1172\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-ecomm-builders.png 1172w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-ecomm-builders-300x124.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-ecomm-builders-640x265.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-ecomm-builders-768x318.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1172px) 100vw, 1172px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opencart.com\/index.php?route=cms\/feature\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can look for help in the OpenCart forums or get dedicated support for a one-off or monthly fee.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. BigCommerce<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BigCommerce could be the open-source eSaaS builder for you if you\u2019re looking to expand your online store to more than one platform. To consolidate your shops add a sales channel via the \u2018Channel Manager\u2019 tab on the dashboard. Once you\u2019re set-up, BigCommerce automatically starts importing your uploaded products to that platform.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you make any changes to your products in the BigCommerce dashboard, these will be synced across all your store platforms. So, you don\u2019t have to worry about having to change information across each channel manually. BigCommerce also keeps all your transactions from all channels together on the \u2018Orders\u2019 page &#8211; making it easy for you to monitor them by situating each logo next to each order.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BigCommerce also offers you a host of features. The Storefront section of the dashboard contains your design tools, like themes, logs, and social media links. While there are no drag and drop features to customise your storefront (basic knowledge of coding will help here), you can select a free theme from one of ten free designs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BigCommerce is free for 15 days. Then you have to pick a plan ranging from Standard to Plus and Pro.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13502 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-9-5.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-193\" width=\"1080\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-9-5.png 1080w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-9-5-300x85.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-9-5-640x181.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-9-5-768x218.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcommerce.co.uk\/essentials\/pricing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. 3DCart<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re experienced at site-building, 3DCart could be an option. You can completely customise your online store to reflect your business and ensure your site offers your visitors the <\/span><a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/definitive-guide-customer-experience\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best customer experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3DCart has lots of features aimed at eCommerce companies that have web developers on board. You can build custom templates plus take advantage of many features at one fixed price. There are some themes available for use, but the software works best for those with a precise aim in mind when it comes to design.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The eCommerce builder is also set up to be a hub for marketing tools, with many third-party apps already installed on the dashboard. There are also helpful apps in the app store. 3DCart\u2019s \u2018Marketing Checklist\u2019 helps you get started on boosting online sales, and you can choose one of three levels from beginner to advanced.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The beginner level introduces you to sign up for an Instagram account, while the advanced section talks you through cross-selling on Amazon.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13495 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-2-15.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-370\" width=\"1036\" height=\"537\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-2-15.png 1036w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-2-15-300x156.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-2-15-640x332.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-2-15-768x398.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1036px) 100vw, 1036px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.3dcart.co.uk\/b2b-ecommerce.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3DCart also has a range of search engine optimisation (SEO) tools that let you edit meta tags and deny crawlers to certain pages. Plus, you can integrate your Google Analytics account with the software.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s the option to sign up for a free (time-limed account), then 3DCart is priced competitively with no setup fees or transaction fees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>7. Big Cartel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/gb\/en\/solutions\/small-business.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smaller business<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with custom products to sell, then Big Cartel could be an eCommerce builder to consider. While it may be more limited than some other eCommerce platforms, Big Cartel has a quick and simple set up process. It\u2019s designed to enable those with a smaller inventory to get online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some useful built-in features, and when you create an account, you\u2019ll be walked through how to set up the store, add, and sell products.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s free to put up to five products online, while you\u2019ll need to sign up to a monthly plan if you sell more than 50 lines. You can add one image per product and make use of a free customisable theme. Big Cartel gives you access to real-time stats and the option to run discounts and promotions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13501 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-8-11.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-53\" width=\"857\" height=\"505\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcartel.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>8. GoDaddy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoDaddy offers you the option of setting up an online store, along with shipping tools and payment options. You can add up to 5000 products with ten images per product, and allow customers to pay via all major credit cards, PayPal, and ApplePay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoDaddy\u2019s website builder automatically optimises your site to ensure it shows up on Google and gives you integrated email and social media marketing tools. The streamlined mobile checkout helps you lower cart abandonment rates by helping customers check out quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s also the option to use the online appointment system and share your calendar with prospects and clients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13494 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-1-15.png\" alt=\"Ultimate List of eCommerce Builders-319\" width=\"938\" height=\"611\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-1-15.png 938w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-1-15-300x195.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-1-15-640x417.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-1-15-768x500.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.godaddy.com\/websites\/online-store\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You only need to add one product or service to get started &#8211; and you can change your payment and shipping options later. You can build a site for free, but you\u2019ll need to opt for the monthly eCommerce plan to start selling from your online store. You\u2019ll also receive marketing and 24\/7 support as standard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>9. WooCommerce.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WooCommerce was designed for WordPress, so uses all the features provided by this platform and a host of features to help you run an online store. From handling inventory management and payment methods to the general look of your store.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can choose from a range of available themes, then customise your theme via the WooCommerce dashboard. For instance, you can add a logo or change the background or font. Coding isn\u2019t a requirement, but if you have some basic HTML knowledge, you can further customise it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WooCommerce is free to use and powered by a community of developers &#8211; as the industry evolves WooCommerce evolves with it. Because WordPress powers your site, you own your site in its entirety.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13499 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-6-12.png\" alt=\"woocommerce-builder\" width=\"1042\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-6-12.png 1042w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-6-12-300x161.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-6-12-640x343.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-6-12-768x411.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1042px) 100vw, 1042px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/wordpress\/woocommerce-hosting?utm_source=%28direct%29&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=affiliate-link_naturalcpa_Directories\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get started with WooCommerce hosting, you choose the right plan and add your existing domain. Set up can be done in minutes, and then you can start selecting your store\u2019s theme, adding your products, and setting up your payment information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>10. EKM<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EKM allows you to create your own online shop with all the necessary features, including a free domain name and free SSL certificate. You get access to an account manager for the first six months &#8211; there to help you get set up quickly. A local support team is also on hand to help you manage orders and deal with the requirements of running an online business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EKM gives you over 200 eCommerce themes to choose from, all of which are optimised for mobile and colour-customisable, so you can edit them to suit your brand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Features include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Logo builder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Product urgency features &#8211; E.g., free delivery messages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banners, graphics, and stock photos<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsive design, so the site looks good on all devices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test shop &#8211; so you can test out new design features<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no limit to the number of products you can add to your store, and there are no transaction fees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign up is free for 14 days, after which there is a monthly pricing plan which, while not cheap, gives you a host of features including support, analytics, and five employee accounts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-13500 size-full\" src=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-7-7.png\" alt=\"ekm-website-ecommerce-builders\" width=\"1042\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-7-7.png 1042w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-7-7-300x164.png 300w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-7-7-640x349.png 640w, \/gb\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/ultimate-list-of-ecommerce-builders-7-7-768x419.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1042px) 100vw, 1042px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ekm.com\/?utm_expid=.sa3yTGEwTiezU8WTJ1ikYw.0&amp;utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ekm.com%2F\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Image source<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ecommerce has transformed how people sell and buy online, and an online store gives you a fast, easy way for purchasers to shop from you without visiting a physical store. Today\u2019s top eCommerce builders are designed to take the hassle out of setting up an online store, with some able to accommodate sales both online and at your bricks and mortar store.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good eCommerce builder makes it easy for you to run promotions and keep track of orders and offer you site and payment protection. There are many eCommerce builders out there, so make sure you take the time to find one that suits your business and your pocket. As well as guaranteeing store visitors a streamlined and enjoyable <\/span><a href=\"\/gb\/en\/blog\/customer-experience-compete-price\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">customer experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you already have a customer base or are starting from scratch; having the right tools at your disposal is essential. A good eCommerce builder can make or break your business, enabling you to streamline payments, accounts, shipping, and fulfilment options. All while creating an attractive online presence for visitors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the UK, eCommerce sales now account for 25.5% of the retail market &#8211; a percentage that\u2019s set to rise to a third by 2024. 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