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Online store development

Custom e-commerce vs Shopify — when to invest in a tailored store and what it costs in the USA.

Selling online in 2026 means more than a Shopify theme. A custom online store gives you unique branding, faster checkout, and features SaaS platforms charge extra for — without monthly app fees stacking up.

Shopify vs custom store

  • Shopify: $39–$399/mo + apps — fast start, limited design control
  • Custom store (VENTRA): from $1,899 one-time — you own the code, Stripe fees only
  • Marketplace / multi-vendor: from $3,999 — like our ATLAS demo

What's included in custom e-commerce

  • Product catalog, categories, search & filters
  • Shopping cart and Stripe / PayPal checkout
  • Admin panel — add products, orders, customers
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • SEO setup, sitemap, fast loading
  • SSL, hosting deployment guidance

Browse live stores in our portfolio — electronics, fashion, luxury, and marketplace demos.

Timeline

Typical custom store: 3–4 weeks. We reply to every inquiry within 2 hours with a fixed USD quote and written contract.

Online store from $1,899

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