Ecommerce Stack
Shopify Full Stack
The all-in-one approach: Shopify handles everything
$39/mo
Base monthly cost
$468–$2400
Realistic year 1 total
5
Tools in this stack
What's in this stack
Basic ($39/mo)
$39/mo
Free (up to 250 contacts)
Free
Free
Free
Included via Shopify Payments
Free
Free or Pro ($12.99/mo)
Free
Transaction fees
Shopify Payments: 2.9% + 30¢ online. No additional Shopify fee if using Shopify Payments.
Hidden costs to budget for
- ⚠Shopify apps add up fast — average store spends $50-100/mo on apps
- ⚠Premium themes cost $180-350 one-time
- ⚠Shopify Payments not available in all countries — third-party gateway adds 2% fee
- ⚠Custom domain: $14/year
Strengths
- ✓Fastest time to first sale (can launch in a weekend)
- ✓Everything in one dashboard
- ✓Huge app ecosystem for any feature you need
- ✓Best-in-class checkout conversion
Weaknesses
- –Monthly costs add up with apps
- –Less control over SEO and site structure
- –Locked into Shopify ecosystem
- –Transaction fees if not using Shopify Payments
Who this stack is for
Best for: First-time sellers who want to start selling within days, not weeks. Willing to pay more monthly for simplicity.
Not ideal for: Technical founders who want full control, or budget-conscious sellers who can invest time instead of money.
Considering the alternative?
Compare with: WooCommerce Self-Hosted Stack →Sources: www.shopify.com, www.klaviyo.com, stripe.com
Last updated: 2026-05-26. Prices may change — always verify on official sites before purchasing.