{"id":13683,"date":"2025-07-13T10:12:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T08:12:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linkmarkt.eu\/%f0%9f%9b%92-creating-an-online-store-in-2025-a-comparison-of-the-best-tools-platforms\/"},"modified":"2025-07-13T10:23:31","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T08:23:31","slug":"%f0%9f%9b%92-creating-an-online-store-in-2025-a-comparison-of-the-best-tools-platforms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/linkmarkt.eu\/en\/%f0%9f%9b%92-creating-an-online-store-in-2025-a-comparison-of-the-best-tools-platforms\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\uded2 Creating an online store in 2025 – a comparison of the best tools & platforms"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Want to finally start your own online business in 2025?<\/strong>
Great decision – but which platform is right for you? There are many options: from classic WooCommerce to expensive rental models such as Shopify and new marketplace solutions such as LinkMarkt.eu<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

Here you get the honest comparison.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\ude80 WooCommerce – full control with WordPress<\/h3>\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong>
Ideal for anyone who wants to design their own website and is already familiar with WordPress. With WooCommerce you have maximum freedom. <\/p>\n

Advantages:<\/strong>
\u2714\ufe0f 100% customizable
\u2714\ufe0f No ongoing platform fees
\u2714\ufe0f Huge ecosystem (themes, plugins)<\/p>\n

Disadvantages:<\/strong>
\u274c You need basic technical knowledge Manage everything yourself: Updates, security, hosting
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStart with WordPress & WooCommerce - full control over your store<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\ud83d\udcbc Shopify – the expensive rental store<\/h3>\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong>
For anyone who likes to pay monthly and doesn’t want to set up anything themselves. Sounds convenient, but will be expensive – especially in the long run. <\/p>\n

Advantages:<\/strong>
\u2714\ufe0f Quickly ready to go
\u2714\ufe0f Many templates & apps
\u2714\ufe0f Support included<\/p>\n

Disadvantages:<\/strong>
\u274c Monthly fees (from \u20ac39 upwards)
\u274c Additional transaction costs
\u274c Limited freedom and high dependency<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udcb8
Shopify is like a fancy hotel room: expensive, comfortable – but you own nothing.<\/strong>
There is another way.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ud83d\udc49 Discover LinkMarkt.eu - sell without fixed costs!<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\ud83c\udf0d LinkMarkt.eu – your start without risk<\/h3>\n

Who it’s for:<\/strong>
Ideal for anyone who wants to present their products online – without having to build a store<\/strong>. Also perfect for beginners, local suppliers or the self-employed. <\/p>\n

Advantages:<\/strong>
\u2714\ufe0f No monthly costs
\u2714\ufe0f Simple product or offer form
\u2714\ufe0f Immediate visibility in the marketplace
\u2714\ufe0f Option: own mini store on request<\/p>\n

Disadvantages:<\/strong>
\u274c Not yet as well-known as big players
\u274c Fewer technical gimmicks – but clear & fast<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\ud83d\udd0d Conclusion – what suits you?<\/h2>\n
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Platform<\/th>\nFor whom?<\/th>\nMonthly costs<\/th>\nFreedom<\/th>\nIdeal for<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
WooCommerce<\/td>\nAdvanced & Hobbyist<\/td>\nHosting (approx. 5-15 \u20ac)<\/td>\nVery high<\/td>\nProfessionals & Developers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shopify<\/td>\nComfort lovers with a budget<\/td>\nfrom 39 \u20ac + fees<\/td>\nRestricted<\/td>\nBrands, startups with capital<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LinkMarkt.eu<\/td>\nAll those who start quickly<\/td>\n0 \u20ac<\/td>\nFair & simple<\/td>\nIndividuals & SMEs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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