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Appstle Subscriptions vs WooCommerce
Both stand on subscription ecommerce software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Appstle combines subscription management, a customer portal, analytics, and migration support for merchants on Shopify or Shopify Plus. Its free plan has a monthly subscription-revenue cap, while paid plans begin at $10 a month.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5
WooCommerce offers a free self-hosted store core with unlimited products, orders and APIs. Its self-hosted model is an important consideration for anyone choosing a store platform.
Visit WooCommerceThe facts
| Appstle Subscriptions | WooCommerce | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $10 a month | Extensions: $29 a year |
| Plans published | 7 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | WooCommerce |
| Website | appstle.com | woocommerce.com |
| On subscription ecommerce software | #3 of 33 | #1 of 33 |
Appstle Subscriptions: what it does well
- Supports pay-as-you-go and two prepaid models.
- Customers can pause, skip, or cancel subscriptions.
- Widgets can be customized to match branding.
- Offers migration from other subscription platforms.
- Free plan includes 24/7 human support.
What to know first
- Available exclusively on Shopify and Shopify Plus.
- Free plan covers up to $500 in monthly subscriptions.
- Paid plans start at $10 a month.
WooCommerce: what it does well
- Free core plan with unlimited products and orders
- Unlimited APIs on WooCommerce Core
- Abandoned-cart recovery is available
- Supports digital products and omnichannel sales
- Includes an app marketplace
What to know first
- Self-hosted hosting model requires managing hosting
- Listed transaction fee is payment-only
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