The ultimate guide for Hyderabad businesses. We analyze costs, control, and complexity to help you choose the right e-commerce engine.
Lower long-term cost
Full ownership & control
No transaction fees
Requires maintenance
Best For
Businesses that want control, lower monthly bills, and custom functionality.
Explore WordPress ServicesQuick & easy setup
Zero maintenance
Reliable hosting included
Monthly fees & platform lock-in
Best For
D2C brands focused on marketing and sales who don't want to manage tech.
Explore Shopify ServicesA detailed breakdown of what matters for Indian businesses.
WordPress
You own everything. Data, code, and design are yours forever. Move to any host.
Shopify
You rent the platform. If you stop paying, your store disappears.
WordPress
Low. Only hosting (₹500-₹2000/mo). No platform fees.
Shopify
High. Monthly subscription ($29+) + Transaction fees (2%) + App fees.
WordPress
Moderate. Requires some learning or a developer for setup.
Shopify
High. Drag-and-drop interface, very beginner-friendly.
WordPress
Unlimited. Access to code allowing any custom feature or design.
Shopify
Limited. restricted to theme capabilities and available apps.
WordPress
Free integration with Razorpay, PayU, Paytm with zero transaction fees.
Shopify
Supports major gateways but charges an extra transaction fee (0.5%-2%) unless using Shopify Payments (not fully available in India).
WordPress
Manual. You need to update plugins and manage security (or hire us).
Shopify
Automated. Shopify handles security, updates, and hosting.
Looking at the 3-year cost for a growing business in Hyderabad.
Estimated Cost per Year (Hosting + Maintenance)
Estimated Cost per Year (Sub + Apps + Fees)
We build on both platforms. Talk to our Hyderabad team for an unbiased recommendation based on your specific business goals.