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Shopify vs. Wix: Which Is Better for Selling Online in 2026?
Shopify vs. Wix for selling online: checkout, inventory, scalability, gateways in Colombia and when a custom store is the better choice.
By Keyner Trillos· Updated
In short
- Shopify is a platform built for selling; Wix is a general visual builder that also lets you sell.
- Wix works for small, simple catalogs (dozens of products); for variants, dynamic inventory and high volume, Shopify or a custom store are more robust.
- Check which Colombian gateways each one supports: PSE, Nequi and cards are key in Colombia.
If you're going to sell online, the platform determines how far you can grow. Shopify and Wix look similar, but they were born with different purposes.
Feature comparison
| Criteria | Shopify | Wix |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | E-commerce | Websites in general |
| Checkout | Highly optimized to convert | Functional, less customizable |
| Inventory | Thousands of products, real-time sync | Better for small catalogs |
| Scalability | High | Limited |
| Gateways in Colombia | Wompi, PayU, Mercado Pago | Mercado Pago, PayU; more limited local options |
| Cost | Monthly subscription + fees | Monthly plan that rises on renewal |
Which to choose?
- Wix: if you have fewer than about 50 simple products and don't expect to grow fast.
- Shopify: if you handle variants, dynamic inventory and high volume.
- Custom: if you want a fast store with no platform fee, connected to WhatsApp and with your own design.
Compare real costs in how much an online store costs in Colombia and in Shopify vs. WooCommerce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Wix enough for a mid-sized store?
It works well for small catalogs of a few dozen simple products. For complex variants, dynamic inventory and high volume, Shopify or a custom store are more robust.
Which Colombian gateways do Shopify and Wix accept?
Shopify integrates with Wompi, PayU and Mercado Pago. Wix supports Mercado Pago and PayU, with more limited local options.
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