Commerce Layer
8.1#28 in ecommerce platformsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitCommerce Layer vs nopCommerce
nopCommerce
9.4#2 in ecommerce platforms$499 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Commerce Layer | nopCommerce |
|---|---|---|
| Checkout | Its API-first, stateless checkout supports multiple markets and currencies and can connect to payment gateways and tax calculators. | One-page checkout and configurable product and checkout attributes are built-in. |
| Company facts | LinkedIn lists Commerce Layer as privately held, founded in 2017, headquartered in Prato, Italy, with 11–50 employees. | LinkedIn lists nopCommerce as founded in 2008, headquartered in Yerevan and employing 11–50 people. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Hosting model | hosted | self-hosted |
| Integrations | Documented payment integrations include Adyen, Axerve, Braintree, Checkout.com, Klarna, PayPal and Stripe, with external gateways available for custom providers. | Official and marketplace connectors cover payments, tax, shipping, marketing, ERP, analytics, security and CRM services. |
| Praise: flexibility | The TrustRadius reviewer praised Commerce Layer’s flexibility, true headless MACH architecture, integrated sales and shipment workflows, and extensive API and webhook coverage. | TrustRadius reviewers repeatedly praise the platform's customization, plugin architecture, active community engagement and frequent .NET releases. |
| Rating on Capterra | 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews | 4.7 out of 5 from 106 reviews. |
| Rating on G2 | 0.0 out of 5 from 0 reviews | 4.5 out of 5 from 106 reviews. |
Commerce Layer plans
- DeveloperFree
- EnterprisePriced on request
nopCommerce plans
- nopCommerce open-source editionFree
- nopCommerceFree
- Premium support services (3 months)$499, paid once
- Premium support services (3 months support period)$499, paid once
- Premium support services (1 year)$999, paid once
- Premium support services (1 year support period)$999, paid once
Pick Commerce Layer if…
Commerce Layer suits brands creating headless ecommerce sites, mobile apps, or omnichannel retail experiences. Its API and order-management features may also fit teams connecting commerce across markets and store locations.
Pick nopCommerce if…
nopCommerce suits businesses seeking a self-hosted store platform with open-source customization. It may also fit teams that need multi-store or multi-vendor features and role-based product access.