StoreBase vs Shopify vs Dukaan
An honest, side-by-side comparison of e-commerce platforms for Indian small businesses. See which one fits your needs and budget.
At a Glance
StoreBase
₹459/mo
- Zero commission
- Built-in GST invoicing
- 3 payment gateways
- No technical skills needed
Shopify
₹1,499/mo
- Massive app ecosystem
- International selling
- 0.6–2% third-party payment fee
- GST via paid apps only
WooCommerce
₹500+/mo
- Open source & free plugin
- Full code control
- Requires technical skills
- Self-managed hosting
Dukaan
Free / ₹209+
- Mobile app (Android + iOS)
- Indian market focus
- 1.99–4.99% service fee per order
- No GST invoicing or PhonePe
Full Feature Comparison
22 features compared across all four platforms
| Feature | StoreBase | Shopify | WooCommerce | Dukaan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (INR) | ₹459+ | ₹1,499+ | ₹500–3,000 | Free / ₹209+ / ₹667+ |
| Commission / Service Fee | 0% | 0.6–2% per order | 0% | 1.99–4.99% per order |
| UPI Payments | Via plugin | Via plugin | ||
| PhonePe Gateway | Via plugin | |||
| Cashfree Gateway | Via plugin | |||
| Mobile App | Web (responsive) | Via plugin | ||
| Razorpay Gateway | Via plugin | Via plugin | ||
| WhatsApp Ordering | Via app | Via plugin | Chat only | |
| GST Invoicing | Via app (~₹500/mo) | Via plugin | ||
| HSN Code Support | Via app | Via plugin | ||
| CGST/SGST/IGST Auto-Calculation | Via plugin | |||
| Custom Domain | Starter+ only | |||
| AI Product Descriptions | Via app | Via plugin | Higher plans | |
| AI-Powered Search | Via app | |||
| Product Reviews & Ratings | ||||
| Advanced Analytics (10+ Dashboards) | Addon | Higher plans | Via plugin | Basic |
| Bulk Import/Export (Excel) | ||||
| Order Management | ||||
| Inventory Tracking | ||||
| INR Pricing (No Currency Risk) | ||||
| Technical Knowledge Required | None | Low | High | Low |
| Managed Hosting & Security |
All product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners. Pricing and features as of February 2026.
Which Platform Is Right for You?
Choose StoreBase if...
You're an Indian small business that wants a complete, affordable, India-first solution with GST invoicing, Indian payment gateways, WhatsApp ordering, and AI tools — all built in, no plugins needed.
Choose Shopify if...
You sell internationally, have a larger budget (₹1,499+/month), and want access to the biggest app ecosystem with thousands of themes. Note: 0.6–2% fee on third-party payment providers.
Choose WooCommerce if...
You have technical skills (or a developer) and want complete control over your store's code. Be prepared to manage hosting, security, and updates yourself.
Choose Dukaan if...
You want a simple, mobile-first Indian platform with a native app, and are comfortable with per-order service fees (1.99–4.99%). Note: no GST invoicing, PhonePe, or Cashfree support.
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