18.6
Open-source, self-hosted headless commerce with Android, iOS, web, Windows, macOS and Linux access.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Headless Ecommerce Platforms in 2026
Sylius leads this chart of 28 (8.6/10, free plan). Aimeos is next (8.2/10, free plan), and Bagisto is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.0/10). Headless ecommerce platforms separate a store’s commerce backend from its customer-facing storefront, so the choice turns on deployment options and the commerce features you need. Compare API protocols, multi-store and B2B support, subscriptions, marketplace tools, and inventory management. If you plan to manage a store from an Android phone or tablet, check whether the platform offers an Android app; web access or…
28.2
Aimeos is an open-source PHP e-commerce framework for Laravel and TYPO3.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPILinux
38.0
Free, open-source self-hosted commerce platform with Android, iOS, web, Windows and Linux access.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
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Spree Commerce
Free, open-source self-hosted omnichannel commerce with no transaction fees and Android and iOS apps.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWebAPI7.9Free plan - 5
Commerce Layer
Commerce Layer is a hosted transactional commerce API for brands building shoppable digital experiences across online and in-store channels.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI7.4Free plan - 6
Crystallize
Hosted commerce service with API, web, Windows and macOS access, plus a free plan.
Free planWebAPImacOSWindows7.4From $949 a month - 7
Solidus
Free open-source commerce for self-hosting, multichannel sales and digital products.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPISelf-hosted7.3Free plan - 8
Elastic Path
Paid hosted omnichannel commerce platform with API, web and Linux access.
WebAPILinuxSelf-hosted7.2 - 9
Intershop Commerce Platform
Paid commerce platform offering API, web, Windows and Linux access with self-hosting.
WebAPILinuxSelf-hosted7.0From A$15,000 a month - 10
Virto Commerce
Paid hosted omnichannel commerce with API, web, Windows, macOS and Linux access.
WebAPILinuxmacOS6.7 - 11
Foxy
Foxy is a paid commerce platform with API access, starting at $30 per month with annual billing.
WebAPI6.5From $30 a month - 12
Swell
Swell supports physical and digital goods, services and subscriptions, with tools to manage recurring payments.
WebAPI6.5From $29 a month - 13
Vendure
Free, self-hosted headless commerce platform with multichannel support and no transaction fees.
Free planWebAPISelf-hosted6.5Free plan - 14
Medusa
Headless commerce with a free plan, self-hosting, omnichannel sales and no transaction fees.
WebAPISelf-hosted6.4From $29 a month - 15
SCAYLE
Hosted paid omnichannel commerce with Android, iOS, web access and abandoned cart recovery.
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.2 - 16
6.1 - 17
Jiffoo
Jiffoo is a free, open-source e-commerce platform for independent brands and developers, available as a self-hosted product as well as through web and API access.
WebAPISelf-hosted6.0 - 18
Broadleaf Commerce
Broadleaf Commerce is a paid platform with API and self-hosted options and a free trial.
WebAPISelf-hosted5.9 - 19
Fabric Commerce Platform
Fabric Commerce Platform is merchandising software for brands and retailers seeking to improve how products appear across AI shopping channels.
WebAPI5.9 - 20
Saleor
Headless omnichannel commerce with a free plan and web access; paid plans start at $1,599 monthly.
Web5.9 - 21
Spryker Enterprise Marketplace
Paid hosted omnichannel marketplace platform with API and web access; transaction fees vary.
WebAPI5.9 - 22
Unchained Engine
Free headless e-commerce software using Node.js and GraphQL for stores and B2B marketplaces.
Free planWebAPISelf-hosted5.9Free plan - 23
Kibo Commerce
Kibo Commerce is a hosted, web-based commerce platform from a company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Austin, Texas.
WebAPI5.8 - 24
5.7 - 255.6
Choosing well
Which deployment options do I need?
Start with where you want the commerce platform to run. The listed platform options include web, API, self-hosting, Linux, Windows, and iOS.
If you need to run or change code yourself, check the platform’s deployment details and licence. Sylius, Aimeos, and Bagisto are examples to compare by their published setup information.
Which commerce features should I compare?
Match the platform to the way you sell: compare multi-store support, B2B commerce, subscription products, marketplace support, and inventory management.
These features are separate comparison points, so confirm the ones your store needs rather than assuming a platform includes them.
Can I start with a free plan?
Check the free-plan terms and any paid starting price before choosing. A free plan and a free trial are different options.
Commerce Layer, Spree Commerce, Solidus, Unchained Engine, and Medusa are examples with a listed free plan. Medusa also has a listed paid starting price of $29 per month.
Can I manage a headless store from Android?
The platform list includes web and API availability, but that does not establish Android app support. Check the maker’s platform details for an Android app if you need to manage a store from a Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO phone or tablet.
A browser-based management option and a dedicated Android app are not the same; confirm which access method is provided.
Questions people ask
What is a headless ecommerce platform?
It separates a store’s commerce backend from its customer-facing storefront, with API protocols among the comparison points.
Do headless ecommerce platforms have Android apps?
The listed platform options include web and API, but do not establish Android app support. Check the maker’s platform details before relying on an Android app.
Can I self-host a headless ecommerce platform?
Self-hosting is one of the deployment options compared. Check the individual platform’s deployment information and licence to see whether it fits your needs.
Which headless ecommerce platforms have a free plan?
Examples with a listed free plan include Commerce Layer, Spree Commerce, Solidus, Unchained Engine, and Medusa. Check each maker’s current plan terms.
What features should I compare in headless commerce software?
Compare API protocols, multi-store support, B2B commerce, subscription products, marketplace support, and inventory management.