--- description: Review of Shopify Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Shopify | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Payment Processing Software](/directory/4526/online-payment/software) > [Shopify](/software/390630/shopify) # Shopify Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390630/shopify Page: 1 / 270\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390630/shopify?page=2) > Shopify is a web-based e-commerce platform that offers a mobile POS (mPOS) system. The mPOS enables users to manage their business and complete transactions in-store as well as at markets, pop-ups, and trade shows. The e-commerce platform enables retailers to sell online and reach their customers through mobile and social media channels. Shopify’s mPOS features inventory management capabilities that can sync with e-commerce store so users can see their actual inventory for both assets. It also features store management capabilities, such as reporting and analytics, staff management, order histories, and customer management. The e-commerce software facilitates setting up an online shop through Shopify’s website builder and blogging platform. Payment is managed through its shopping cart feature, which is backed by 70 payment gateways. Shopify provides search engine optimization (SEO), email marketing, social media integration and a discount code as a part of its marketing module. The stock count can be tracked in real-time, and products can be de-listed when inventory runs out. Shopify's analytics module can be integrated with Google Analytics to track sales, visits, and referrals. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 6707 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 6707 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Shopify - **Location**: Ottawa, ON, Canada - **Founded**: 2004 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$29.00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: BASIC SHOPIFY: $39 per month Online rate: 2.9% + 30¢ In person rate: 2.6% + 10¢ SHOPIFY: $105 per month Online rate: 2.7% + 30¢ In person rate: 2.5% + 10¢ ADVANCED SHOPIFY: $399 per month Online rate: 2.5% + 30¢ In person rate: 2.4% + 10¢ - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, European Portuguese, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Vietnamese - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, North Korea, Norway, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, Spain, Sweden and 5 more ## Features - API - Activity Dashboard - CRM - Catalog Management - Content Management - Customer Accounts - Customer Database - Customer Management - Customisable Branding - Customisable Reports - Customisable Templates - Data Import/Export - Data Security - Data Synchronisation - Discount Management - Electronic Payments - Electronic Signature - Email Marketing - Email Templates - For Retail ## Integrations (24 total) - Birdeye - Brevo - Constant Contact - Cyfe - Extensiv Order Management - Google Ads - Google Analytics 360 - Instagram - Kissmetrics - Klaviyo - Mad Mimi - Mailchimp - Meta for Business - Oberlo - PayPal ... and 9 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Payment Processing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4526/online-payment/software) ## Related Categories - [Payment Processing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4526/online-payment/software) - [eCommerce Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4340/ecommerce/software) - [Retail Inventory Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/30/inventory-management-software/software) - [Furniture Store Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/37/furniture-store-retail-software/software) - [Hardware and Building Materials Store POS Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/49/hardware-pos-software/software) ## Alternatives 1. [WooCommerce](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/163450/woocommerce) — 4.5/5 (1047 reviews) 2. [Wix](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/159592/wix) — 4.4/5 (10761 reviews) 3. [Squarespace](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/157453/squarespace) — 4.6/5 (3417 reviews) 4. [PrestaShop](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/108024/prestashop) — 4.3/5 (332 reviews) 5. [Odoo](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/77019/odoo-pos) — 4.2/5 (1321 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Wish I had switched from Wix years ago" — 5.0/5 > **Jonathan** | *14 May 2026* | Apparel & Fashion | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Shopify feels purpose-built for eCommerce. After switching from Wix, the difference in overall performance, flexibility, and ecosystem became obvious very quickly. The platform is easier to scale, the app integrations are strong, checkout feels polished, and there are far more tools available for growing a business. Customization options are excellent, and there is a large community and support network around the platform. > > **Cons**: There can be a learning curve when first moving over, especially when dealing with themes, apps, and advanced customization. Costs can also increase as you add apps and additional features. Some functions that feel like they should be built-in sometimes require outside apps. > > My experience has been extremely positive. I switched from Wix and immediately noticed improvements in site performance, overall usability, and the ability to grow a business. Shopify feels like a platform designed around serious eCommerce rather than trying to be a general website builder that also happens to sell products. The ecosystem is strong, the checkout process feels polished, and it gives businesses room to scale without feeling limited. The migration took effort, but looking back I wish I had switched sooner. ----- ### "The Best of The Best For eCommerce Websites" — 5.0/5 > **Maragaret** | *11 February 2026* | Arts & Crafts | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It offers an easy means of creating a complete eCommerce website for all sizes of business. I see it as the Cadillac of business website building. Shopify has a large following that is helpful for getting traffic. > > **Cons**: It is expensive and offers more than what I need to use. Options are needed for the best use, however many of them cost more money. > > It's the best source for eCommerce website building. I have researched all the major eCommerce websites for comparison and believe Shopify is the best. There are many instructions that make navigation easy. I found it easy to build a beautiful website. Customer service is great if there are any problems. There are many templates that target specific business models. It also provides a user-friendly, drag-and-drop editor with no coding. I like the secure payment processing, inventory management, and marketing tools. ----- ### "Easy to use" — 4.0/5 > **Ashley** | *13 October 2024* | Luxury Goods & Jewelry | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to set up web based shop, not a graphic designer and I could. > > **Cons**: Monthly fee was higher than I wanted it to be. > > Like, would use again for e-commerce. Trusted website. ----- ### "Easy but expensive if you need help or adsona" — 3.0/5 > **Crystal** | *30 March 2026* | Arts & Crafts | Recommendation rating: 7.0/10 > > **Pros**: I use Shopify because it is basically a solid platform that is easy to use and the themes that are included are nicer > > **Cons**: I hate that unless you pay more you don’t have live phone support. Also the fact that they charge for things including other providers like ticketing, surveys, mass emails etc > > My feelings are mixed. If you don’t need live customer service or support it’s a good product. Better for larger businesses ----- ### "When it comes to eCommerce, shopify wins 100% of the time." — 5.0/5 > **Jake** | *13 January 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Shopify makes eCommerce easy. I've been in the industry for 10+ years, and over time it's got better and better, and is a complete platform for anybody looking to sell online. I would not consider any alternative, ever. > > **Cons**: Shopify Plus fees are too high compared to the value received, considering the smaller plans offer 80% of the tools we need to have success in eCommerce. ----- Page: 1 / 270\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390630/shopify?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390630/shopify) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data