In addition to the great functionality that comes with a Volusion store, they also offer essential services to keep our business competitive. In addition, Volusion’s platform can be integrated with third-party applications that help keep our data, customer information, and mailing lists in order.
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Volusion gives you the flexibility you need to run your business your way without relying on dozens of apps or overpaying for the support you deserve.
Volusion is a better fit if you:
Need flexible catalog and category structures
Value hands-on support from ecommerce experts
Sell wholesale or B2B
Want more built-in features and fewer paid apps
Need customization without limitations
Want a partner who’s invested in your success
Volusion vs. Shopify
Side-by-side comparison of the features that impact your business most.
| Feature | Volusion | Shopify |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-on support | ✓ Included. Real people who know ecommerce. | Mostly self-service. Premium support can cost extra. |
| Total cost of ownership | ✓ Built-in features mean fewer apps and lower complexity. | Many must-have features require paid apps. |
| Catalog & product flexibility | ✓ Powerful tools for complex catalogs and variations. | More rigid structure. Often requires apps or workarounds. |
| Wholesale / B2B | ✓ Manage pricing, customer groups, and more. | Often requires apps, custom development, or higher-tier plans. |
| Customization | ✓ Real design flexibility without unnecessary roadblocks. | Theme limitations. Changes often require developers. |
One Site to Manage Wholesale and B2C
Volusion
Volusion gives merchants the ability to manage both B2B and B2C from one site without requiring a higher-tier plan or added platform cost, making it a simpler and more cost-effective solution.
Shopify
Shopify can support both B2B and B2C, but depending on the merchant’s needs, they may require Shopify Plus or additional apps to access more advanced functionality. Shopify Plus starts around $2,300 per month, before apps, development, integrations, or payment processing fees.
Your platform cost is more than your subscription.
A low monthly plan can become expensive when your business needs more apps, customization, integrations, and support. Volusion helps merchants reduce complexity with more of what they need built in.
Volusion includes more of what you need — so you can invest in growth, not extra software.
Don’t just take our word for it.
Ready to see the Volusion difference?
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