Open-Source Alternatives to Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS
Based on our dataset, the self-hostable open-source alternatives to Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS are Medusa.js. The Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS plan we benchmark is Shopify ($105/mo + paid theme/app subscriptions).
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Quick comparison
| Alternative | License | RAM in starter config | Needs Postgres / Redis | Migration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medusa.js | MIT | 1024 MB | Yes / Yes | Moderate |
Medusa.js
Open-source headless commerce engine built in Node.js/TypeScript for custom B2B, SaaS & global stores
- Multi-currency, multi-region & B2B price lists built in
- 100% MIT licensed TypeScript modules
- Next.js 15/16 starter storefront included
Docker image medusajs/medusa:latest. GitHub: medusajs/medusa (26.4k stars when our data was last updated). Website: https://medusajs.com
Switching from Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS
- Pick an alternative above and open its comparison page for the cost breakdown.
- Generate a free starter
docker-compose.ymlin the stack builder. - Test it on a small server with a copy of your data before moving the team over.
- Check the migration notes in the table, and the official docs of the tool you pick.
More detail: Replace Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS guide.
FAQ
What are the open-source alternatives to Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS?
In the StackSwitcher dataset, the self-hostable open-source alternatives to Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS are Medusa.js.
Which Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS plan does StackSwitcher compare against?
We benchmark Shopify Plus / Ecommerce SaaS Shopify ($105/mo + paid theme/app subscriptions). The main pain point we note: App store plugins ($19-$49/mo each) quickly push a basic store to $250+/month before selling a single item.
How much RAM does Medusa.js need when self-hosted?
Our starter Docker config budgets 1024 MB of RAM for Medusa.js plus Postgres and Redis. Real needs depend on your usage.
Config templates are MIT licensed and provided "AS IS", with no warranty of any kind and no liability. Prices and specs are informational estimates from our dataset, so check the vendor and project sites before you decide. See the Terms & No Warranty disclaimer.