How much does an online store really cost in 2026?
The advertised price of an e-commerce platform is almost never the real price. Between the subscription, commissions, apps, theme and time spent, the cost of an online store can vary threefold. Here are the cost items you need to know to make a fair comparison.
The cost items of an online store
- The subscription to the platform, monthly or yearly.
- Commissions charged by some platforms on every sale, on top of bank fees.
- Payment fees from the provider (Stripe, PayPal…), paid in every case, per transaction.
- Paid apps and modules for basic features: customer reviews, translations, shipping, newsletter…
- The theme, which is sometimes paid.
- The domain name, around fifteen euros per year.
- Your time, or that of a contractor if you have the store built for you.
The most common hidden costs
On big platforms, it is often the apps that push the bill up: each one costs a few euros a month, but together they can double the price of the subscription. Commissions on sales also weigh more and more heavily as your turnover grows. Before choosing, always ask yourself: how much will I pay with the features I actually need?
The cost of 123Ventes, with no surprises
123Ventes has a single price: 29 € per month, or 319 € per year (a saving of 29 €). It includes:
- hosting and the SSL certificate
- support
- statistics
- emails and newsletters
- built-in payment and delivery methods
- an unlimited number of products
123Ventes takes no commission on your sales: only your payment provider’s fees apply.
Options, only if you need them
If you would like some help, our services come at a known price: store setup (400 €), coaching and training (50 € per hour), custom domain name (17 € per year), logo design, SMS packs. Nothing is compulsory.
Conclusion
To compare two solutions, add up the subscription, commissions and necessary apps over a full year. An all-inclusive offer with no commission is often the most economical for a craftsperson or small shop, and above all the most predictable.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any setup fees?
No. Creating your store is free: you only choose your subscription when you publish it.
Are bank fees included?
No: each payment provider (Stripe, PayPal, PayPlug…) charges its own fees per transaction. 123Ventes adds no commission on top.