Shopware
PHP/Symfony e-commerce platform with REST/GraphQL Store APIs and App SDK.
Our Verdict
Respectable Shopify alternative for European B2B, though running PHP commerce in 2026 is its own commitment.
Pros
- PHP/Symfony base familiar to agencies
- REST and GraphQL Store APIs are solid
- Strong in DACH mid-market B2B
- Self-hosted option keeps data in-house
- App SDK enables real marketplace extensions
Cons
- PHP hosting overhead vs Shopify SaaS
- Upgrades between major versions painful
- Smaller global ecosystem than Magento
- Pricing unclear between CE and commercial
Best for: DACH-region mid-market B2B merchants with agency support and self-host needs
Not for: Teams who want SaaS simplicity without managing PHP infrastructure
When to Use Shopware
Good fit if you need
- Custom e-commerce extension built with Shopware App SDK
- REST/GraphQL storefront connected to a headless frontend
- PHP-based e-commerce platform with Symfony architecture
- German SME e-commerce store with composable plugin ecosystem
- B2B commerce platform with Shopware's catalog APIs
Lock-in Assessment
High 4/5
Lock-in Score 4/5
Pricing
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- Pricing Model
- freemium
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
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Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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