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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated November 9th, 2026 # Reviews of BigCommerce Ease of use 4.2 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews NT Nicole T Event Marketing and OperationsMarketing and Advertising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Good tools for managing products and online sales, useful marketing and promotional features, professional-looking online store, scalable solution for a growing business, helpful e-commerce management options.“ August 30, 2026 FA Frank A Head of DigitalBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “BigCommerce appears more focused on agentic search initiatives and Feedonomics Surface, which doesn’t help onsite search relevance today.“ March 14, 2026 FA Frank A Head of DigitalBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Theme customization has also been approachable for us. Because the theming system relies on standard web technologies, the theme editor and Script Manager made it easy to add small JavaScript calculators, light CSS tweaks, and other front‑end adjustments using only basic coding skills and some help from AI—work that would have otherwise required hiring a developer.“ March 14, 2026 TS Tom S DirectorInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Also, customising themes can be difficult if you don’t have web design knowledge.“ July 10, 2025 FA Frank A Head of DigitalBusiness Supplies and Equipment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “One of BigCommerce’s biggest strengths is its true hierarchical category structure. When we replatformed from WooCommerce, we evaluated BigCommerce Enterprise against Shopify Plus, and Shopify’s Collections simply couldn’t replicate our deep category/subcategory structure without relying on apps.“ March 14, 2026 AZ Adnan Z ManagerRetail, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Free themes are very limited,the page builder widgets do not support custom typeface ,there is no shipping discount available on any plan,Big Commerce does not let you set smart product rules that automatically categorize your inventory,The built in blog does not facilitate RSS feeds,“ March 12, 2023 JG Jessee G Director of MediaMedia Production, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “BigCommerce offers a complete solution to structure our digital store.“ July 23, 2026 Lauren W Customer Service RepresentativeMedical Devices, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It is especially difficult to set up promotions. “ February 5, 2026 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 348 available reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Mike T. CIO Used the software for: 5+ years ### "Very stable and easy to use ecommerce platform" November 11, 2026 3.5 Building integrations to maximize AI. Pros They are bring on several new features to take advantage of AI. Features include new page design elements, language translations and AI search functions. After they went public a few years ago, they seemed unfocused. I am glad to say that has ended. Pricing remains very competitive in the eCommerce space. Cons Support has been reduced since going public a few years ago and is still an issue. Switched from Old platform was very difficult to use. Alternatives considered [Shopify](https://www.capterra.com/p/83891/Shopify/)[WooCommerce](https://www.capterra.com/p/225601/WooCommerce/) Reasons for choosing BigCommerce Best B2B solution Review Source Zac B. Marketing Manager Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Flexible and Scalable, But Needs More Intuitive Management" November 10, 2026 4.0 BigCommerce solves scalability and flexibility challenges by giving us a reliable ecommerce foundation that integrates well with our broader tech stack, allowing us to grow without constant re-platforming. Pros The flexibility and scalability. BigCommerce gives us a strong ecommerce foundation while still allowing customization and integrations as our business grows. Cons Tasks like managing promotions, category rules, and content updates aren’t always intuitive, which can slow down execution and increase reliance on documentation or support. Switched from [WordPress](https://www.capterra.com/p/131687/WordPress/) Review Source MC Mikayla C. ceo ### "has great integration with great support and a dependable e-commers platform" November 10, 2026 5.0 BigCommerce gives us an all-in-one solution to managing our products, orders, payments and shipping. it also allow us to sell through multiple channels easily, whilst we don’t have to worry about hosting or security. This help in saving our time and means we can focus on marketing and customers. Many platforms charge for plugins to give us access to core features like multiple currencies, advanced search and customer groups. it provide us with strong built-in features. Along with making it easy to manage multiple channels, this provides you with a strong ROI by reducing admin time. Built in currency conversion, tax calculations and global selling features allow us to easily reach new international customers .A fast, seamless checkout process and mobile friendly website means our customers be happy. Pros BigCommerce provides us with all the tools required to manage our store online. From product management, checkout, payments, shipping, search engine optimization tools, analytics. They also have great 24/7 technical customer service. If we have any issues with configuring our store or setting up new payment methods they are very quick to respond and assist us. The inbuilt AI tools and analytics mean we can track the consumers purchasing habits, improve product recommendations and personalize the shopping experience. BigCommerce cope well with complex multi channel e-commerce. It also integrates well with major payment gateways, shipping companies, ERP and marketplace applications which makes it very smooth when fulfilling orders. Cons There is an element of learning curve, particularly around themes and more advanced set up. we often need a developer. The back end also feel a bit overwhelming as there is a lot going on. There is a learning curve around advanced options and catalogue. As our store grows, and have more online sales per annum, then it is automatically pushed into a higher rate. This results in increased overheads. Whilst the drag and drop builder is okay, it can be a bit limiting when looking to make very specific changes to the themes using custom coding. The AI functions are useful but again limited. The suggestions need to be reviewed. Review Source Saravanan S. E-Commerce Specialist Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "Centralized Order Processing with Easy Promo Code Tracking" November 6, 2026 4.0 It helps me to setup standard tiered promotions sitewide and also create promo codes based on different rules/criteria. Pros It easily allows us to check and process orders from one central system and be able to easily setup and track promo codes and total uses. Cons It's not as flexible compared to other similar platforms and quite rigid in terms of what can and cannot be done i.e. no specialised reporting and lacking basic SEO features. Review Source Event Marketing and Operations Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Powerful for managing my online store" September 1, 2026 5.0 Pros Good tools for managing products and online sales, useful marketing and promotional features, professional-looking online store, scalable solution for a growing business, helpful e-commerce management options. Cons Learning curve can be quite steep, advanced customization may require technical knowledge, some features can feel complicated, pricing can become expensive as business needs grow. Review Source Director of Media Used the software for: 3-5 years ### " A robust e-commerce infrastructure" July 27, 2026 5.0 BigCommerce delivers a smooth checkout experience for clients while diversifying revenue streams for J&J Soci Pros BigCommerce offers a complete solution to structure our digital store. Integration with our automated marketing software also enables effective abandoned cart recovery campaigns. Cons deep visual customization of page templates sometimes requires hiring a technical integrator, increasing initial store setup costs. Review Source Software Engineer Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "Go big with BigCommerce" April 21, 2026 4.0 BigCommerce has been an impressive ecomm platform. It offers a different set of features to competitors, and as such, has been an ideal solution. We have some complex product inventory requirements, and BigCommerce handled it. Pros BigCommerce is a comprehensive ecomm platform, with a great included feature set, such as advanced SEO, multi store front and multi currency support. It performs and scales well and doesn't charge for transaction processing when using a third party. Cons Not the easiest platform to use, but that is due to the rich feature set. Limited themes included. Pricing tiers are structured on your revenue, so you can be forced to move up. Review Source Finance and Business Operations Manager Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Great customization options and useful analytics" April 13, 2026 5.0 Overall we've been very happy. We've recently reviewed all our options for redoing our website, and still decided BigCommerce was the best fit for us. Pros The ability to customise our website to suit a range of different products and markets. It also has great analytics. Cons The price is very high in comparison to other options, but it also is more suited to our needs. It also isn't as beginner friendly as other options we have explored. Review Source Sales Manager Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "BigCommerce Has Been a Game Changer" March 20, 2026 5.0 Overall, my experience with BigCommerce has been highly positive. The tool has an intuitive interface with exceptional features that makes eCommerce functions run with efficiency. Pros BigCommerce is features rich which ensures we we get the value for our money as it meets all our needs. The interface is easy to navigate so new users do not struggle with this tool. The learning curve is easy even for users with no technical skills. Cons There is nothing to dislike about BigCommerce. The tool runs smoothly without any hitches. I really like it. Review Source Head of Digital Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Flexible, Scalable Platform for Complex Catalogs and Hybrid D2C + B2B" March 16, 2026 5.0 We replatformed from WooCommerce, launched on BigCommerce Pro, and upgraded to Enterprise within our first year as early growth exceeded expectations. Day‑to‑day, BigCommerce has been stable and low maintenance, which was a noticeable improvement over the hosting, updating, and plugin‑management overhead we dealt with previously. The platform has also scaled cleanly with our operational needs without forcing us into architectural changes or heavy refactoring as we grew. On our Enterprise agreement, the trailing‑12‑month overage model was the hardest part to model; clarify how yours works, and if you’re pacing over your tier before renewal, a mid‑contract upgrade can be cheaper than riding rolling overages. While broader third‑party support for Multi‑Storefront/Multi‑Location and a more modern native search experience would be welcome, BigCommerce overall has been reliable, capable, and straightforward to grow with. Pros One of BigCommerce’s biggest strengths is its true hierarchical category structure. When we replatformed from WooCommerce, we evaluated BigCommerce Enterprise against Shopify Plus, and Shopify’s Collections simply couldn’t replicate our deep category/subcategory structure without relying on apps. BigCommerce supports this natively, which made SEO planning and catalog organization much cleaner for us. Another standout is BigCommerce’s native product customization capabilities. The platform lets you add required acknowledgements, collect customer input via text or choice fields, and use the Product Pick List to let shoppers add compatible accessories or components directly from a product page. For anyone selling modular or configuration‑heavy products, this built‑in flexibility is extremely useful and reduces the need for app‑based workarounds. The Promotions editor is also very capable. I once suggested adding the ability to cap a percentage-based discount by a dollar amount, and that functionality eventually became available, which helps for certain promotional structures. For B2B, BigCommerce’s pricing tools are practical and flexible. On Enterprise, we choose between Customer Groups, Price Lists, or the Promotions engine depending on what fits the scenario, as each tool serves a distinct purpose. We also like that we can run D2C and B2B on the same platform—one catalog and promotions engine, with B2B‑specific pricing/visibility where needed—without maintaining separate stacks. The app ecosystem is solid as well. Shopify still leads in sheer quantity, but BigCommerce generally has strong options in each major category, and what’s available tends to serve mid‑market needs well. Theme customization has also been approachable for us. Because the theming system relies on standard web technologies, the theme editor and Script Manager made it easy to add small JavaScript calculators, light CSS tweaks, and other front‑end adjustments using only basic coding skills and some help from AI—work that would have otherwise required hiring a developer. Support has also been reliable overall, and after we upgraded from Pro to Enterprise, the responsiveness and depth of technical investigations noticeably improved. Cons The built‑in AI copywriter isn’t particularly strong, so we rely on external AI tools for generating product descriptions. The biggest limitation for us is the lack of broader third‑party support for Multi‑Storefront and Multi‑Location. BigCommerce provides both features, but many OMS, ERP, and inventory systems still don’t integrate with them in a way that makes a single‑backend, multi‑storefront setup truly practical. The potential is there, but until the ecosystem catches up, we maintain separate stores. Another issue is the way BigCommerce presents its negotiated or preferred card rates with Braintree on the pricing page. The advertised rates look very attractive, but in practice there was no clear path to obtaining them. Documentation didn’t explain how qualification works, support redirected us to Braintree, and even after meeting the listed conditions, it became evident that the rates weren’t realistically accessible. We eventually negotiated with other gateways and moved on. BigCommerce’s newer BigCommerce Payments offering for non‑Enterprise plans lists rates that seem much closer to what merchants actually see in reality. On the search side, Semantic Search was announced for 2024 but still hasn’t materialized. Meanwhile, Shopify’s native search has improved significantly, so BigCommerce currently lags unless you use a third‑party search solution. BigCommerce appears more focused on agentic search initiatives and Feedonomics Surface, which doesn’t help onsite search relevance today. Switched from [WooCommerce](https://www.capterra.com/p/225601/WooCommerce/)[WordPress](https://www.capterra.com/p/131687/WordPress/) We switched from WooCommerce because maintaining a WordPress‑based ecommerce stack had become too time‑consuming for a small team. Theme updates, plugin conflicts, hosting maintenance, and breakages were constant overhead. Even though our software costs have gone up since moving to BigCommerce, our business has grown significantly, and the platform removed a huge amount of technical friction. Not having to worry about updates, server issues, plugin compatibility, or babysitting the site has been worth the trade‑off, especially with the growth we’ve experienced. Alternatives considered [Shopify Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/171845/Shopify-Plus/) Reasons for choosing BigCommerce At the time we evaluated Shopify Plus, Shopify Payments couldn’t pay us out in both USD and CAD as a Canadian merchant, which was important because our site served both the U.S. and Canada. While they’ve since added multi‑currency payouts for certain Canadian stores, it wasn’t available then, and using a third‑party gateway would have triggered Shopify’s additional transaction fees. Shopify Plus was also considerably more expensive and we anticipated a higher ongoing app bill because several things we get natively on BigCommerce would require paid apps on Shopify. On top of that, we didn’t feel we could have achieved the same level of frontend quality, performance, SEO cleanliness, or overall flexibility without more customization work. In our view, Shopify’s main advantage was the sheer size of its app store, but when we compared everything else that mattered to us, BigCommerce offered much better value and fit. Review Source Ecommerce Process Manager Used the software for: 3-5 years 4.0 November 10, 2026 AI summary based on a full review The software excels in providing excellent API and webhook access, which facilitates easier automation and integration with third-party applications. Nevertheless, the native import and export processes are described as cumbersome and slow, which can be a drawback. Log in to unlock the full review, detailed ratings, and pros & cons Data Analyst 4.0 November 10, 2026 AI summary based on a full review BigCommerce provides a good return on investment by consolidating various e-commerce functions, making daily operations more efficient. Limitations include the need for improved AI features and better documentation to assist with onboarding and troubleshooting. Log in to unlock the full review, detailed ratings, and pros & cons International business development executive Used the software for: Less than 1 year 4.0 November 9, 2026 AI summary based on a full review BigCommerce effectively addresses the challenges of managing eCommerce operations across multiple channels, simplifying tasks like product catalog management and order processing. However, users may encounter a steep learning curve and a need for clearer pricing as they scale. Log in to unlock the full review, detailed ratings, and pros & cons Verified Reviewer 4.0 November 6, 2026 AI summary based on a full review BigCommerce effectively supports multi-channel selling and B2B operations, making it a strong choice for growing stores. Users should be aware that pricing increases with revenue and that native integrations for Amazon and Google Shopping may be limited. Log in to unlock the full review, detailed ratings, and pros & cons Reporting Manager Used the software for: 3-5 years 5.0 November 5, 2026 AI summary based on a full review BigCommerce provides excellent order processing features along with powerful analytics that help track sales performance. A limitation is its fewer integrations compared to Shopify, which may affect some users' workflows. Log in to unlock the full review, detailed ratings, and pros & cons Jeremiah L. ECommerce Consultant Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Great budget host! " January 2, 2026 4.0 Overall it was actually a great product to use and if I were to open an ECommerce site myself, I would consider them again. Pros Ease of use, integration capabilities, clean UI, organization of most used features were easy to find. Cons Random glitches, some add-ons stated they were compatible but were in fact not, some issues with image uploads. Review Source Customer Service Representative Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "Do your research and make sure your demo is thorough" February 12, 2026 3.0 Less than spectacular. Whenever I need to make changes, it takes much longer than I think it should take. The links for help don't answer the question you are looking for and send you to additional links that still don't solve the problem Pros The customer facing website looks good. I like the scrolling banner that runs across the home page, although I wish you could add another image or two. Cons It is very difficult to manipulate the templates that are set. It is especially difficult to set up promotions. Often when making changes to one area, it removes or changes information in another area. Review Source Melissa B. CMO Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "BigCommerce Meets Your eCommerce Selling Needs" June 16, 2025 4.0 We have been using BigCommerce for nearly 8 years, and I have been pleased with the breadth of options we have to integrate other apps to enhance its use. We use B2B Ninja for our quoting tool, which integrates with BigCommerce (and they recently purchased), saving our staff order entry time. Pros I like the ease of product editing, the robust app marketplace, and the customer support. Thye have made improvements over the years to the UI, making it easier to customize, and you can work with many partners to customize your store. Cons I like the reporting capabilities and options the least. They seem limited and challenging to customize. I wish there were more out-of-the-box reporting options, particularly for products with variants. I would also like them to improve B2B Ninja, the quoting tool they purchased. Review Source Full-time Sales Associate Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Big Commerce User Perspective " June 20, 2025 5.0 Overall, I liked this product and found it accessible after some training tutorials. I felt that I needed training to have a deeper grab on the platform’s functions. Pros Great integration tool to link our in store and online inventory & create promotional discounts that automatically apply Cons The platform requires you to have an understanding of “computer language” and necessitates you understand these “rules” to properly set up promotions Review Source Graphic Designer Used the software for: 1-3 years ### "Good Option for Growing Ecommerce Sites" March 13, 2026 5.0 BigCommerce feels like a platform built for stores that are already thinking about scaling. It includes a lot of ecommerce features by default, which can be helpful in the long run. Pros The platform offers solid product management tools and good performance even with larger catalogs. It’s nice not having to rely too much on external plugins. Cons The interface isn’t the most intuitive at first, and it may take some time to get comfortable with all the options available. Review Source AJ Asher J. Financial Director Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "BigCommerce is a great online store solution." June 8, 2021 5.0 We have used BigCommerce for over 6 years, and it has proved to be a fantastic online store solution, offering a simple interface, every feature you need, ease of payment for customers, and simple integration. Pros Order management is the strongest point of BigCommerce, and that is exactly what you want from an online store. Integration is simple and accurate, reporting and analytics are comprehensive, and the scalable pricing structure is the cherry on top. An excellent product. Cons I really don't have any complaints about BigCommerce. Oh wait, I thought of one - Stop asking me to change my password every 3 months - it's annoying ! Alternatives considered [WooCommerce](https://www.capterra.com/p/225601/WooCommerce/) Reasons for choosing BigCommerce We use both, but I feel BigCommerce is the better solution. It offers more features. Review Source Owner Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Bigcommerce edged out the competition for my online store." February 24, 2020 4.0 I tried several shopping cart e-commerce solutions and found that Bigcommerce suited my needs the most. I ended up using a free style template and customized it myself saving me a lot of money. Online and phone support are top notch! Pros The ease of use was a major factor in my decision to go with Bigcommerce. There are many choices out there for online retailers to build their storefront. I liked the ease of customization and the large amount of standard features. Their integration with online marketplaces and social media really saves a lot of time. Cons There is an annual sales cap that I'm worried about, but when I get to that point I will just upgrade the service to where I need it. There are not enough free store style templates available. Custom styles get very costly. Some features that should be standard are non existent. Switched from [Shopify](https://www.capterra.com/p/83891/Shopify/) I liked the layout and template choices more with Bigcommerce. Alternatives considered [Shopify](https://www.capterra.com/p/83891/Shopify/) Reasons for choosing BigCommerce For my use, it was the superior product. Review Source Digital Marketer Used the software for: Less than 1 year ### "Lots of customization opportunities, but has a learning curve if beginner" March 2, 2026 5.0 Happy with customization opportunities, but there was a bit of a learning curve as a result. Overall, very happy we moved forward with BigCommerce. Pros Abandoned cart recovery, multi-channel selling, advanced native SEO tools supplement our reporting capabilities, real-time shipping quotes Cons For enhanced customization, it trades off simple interface. However, our team went through training before using the platform which helped. Premium themes are on pricier side. Review Source Purchasing Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Solid e-commerce platform" May 13, 2025 5.0 A big improvement from previous platform. Very happy with Big Commerce. Pros Ease of use across channels. The challenge of creating a universal platform for an array of applications has been met for most users. Cons Limited native resources, however many options for additional features to be added. Review Source Kavindu Githsara K. System Specialist Used the software for: 3-5 years ### "Reliable and Powerful Ecommerce Management Platform" December 23, 2022 5.0 First of all, i have to say, this platform will never collapse your financial stability. It really worth for your investment. BigCommerce is the main reason to grow our product sales in our business. This platform gives you ability to manage your all the business needs from one single place in a professional way. And this platform is not only to sell Digital Goods but also Physical Goods. BigCommerce offers a grate experience for both Business side and Customer side. Pros BigCommerce Support team is excellent. They respond to our inquires quickly with solutions. They are available on 24/7 for our support which is a grate thing about this platform that their competitors don t have. This platform offers lots of features that will help, any kind of online businesses. Such as Store setup, Inventory Management, Order Management, Marketing Tools, Website Builders and many more. Platform is very easy to adopt. Easy to configure. It offers many integration options with other tool, which makes this platform has no limitations. It has grate security features, so you have nothing to worry regarding any security issues. that helps us to build trust with our customer base. It has lots of custom templates that we can create colorful and attractive checkout pages and designs. Cons Their plans has Sale Limits. Also, the ability to recover abounded carts is available only in Higher-Tier Plans. Other than that, there is nothing to complain. Switched from [WooCommerce](https://www.capterra.com/p/225601/WooCommerce/) Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.