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BigCommerce Catalyst vs Medusa

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BigCommerce CatalystComposable Commerce
Medusa logo
MedusaE-commerce Platforms
Free (open-source)Published price
BigCommerce Catalyst logo
BigCommerce Catalyst
Composable Commerce

A developer-first approach to ecommerce

Medusa logo
Medusa
E-commerce Platforms

The open-source commerce platform.

Overview
CategoryComposable CommerceE-commerce Platforms
What it isNext.js-based headless storefront framework from BigCommerce for composable commerce projects.Medusa is an open-source headless commerce platform that provides composable building blocks for building custom e-commerce experiences, serving as a developer-friendly alternative to Shopify.
Pricing
Published priceCatalyst is BigCommerce’s free open-source storefront framework. Storefront use requires a separately priced BigCommerce store.Free (open-source)
Medusa provides a free or open-source option, but no dependable paid entry price is published. Paid, hosted, support, or enterprise terms are custom where applicable.
Pricing modelNot availableTiered plans
Free optionsFree plan · Free trialFree plan · No free trial
Deal on CubbieNone right nowNone right now
Company
Founded20232021
Team size1001-5000 employees11-50 employees
HeadquartersAustin, TXCopenhagen, Denmark
Featured clientsNot availableMakro, Tekla, Palmes

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