Medusa vs OpenCart

Compare Medusa and OpenCart on features, pricing, and buyer fit using the same researched criteria.

Independently recommendedLast updated Aug 18, 20264 evidence sources8 screenshotsHow we compare

Medusa

6.9/10

Headless JS commerce — MIT OSS free; Cloud Develop $29, Launch $99 highlighted, Scale $299, Enterprise custom. No GMV tax.

Best for

• JS teams building headless storefronts
• SMBs to mid-market brands that will self-host or buy Cloud Launch
• Buyers comparing Saleor’s higher Cloud floors

Starting from $0.00/user/mo

Free plan available

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Our verdict

No universal winner

There is no universal winner between Medusa and OpenCart. Choose Medusa when JS teams building headless storefronts. Choose OpenCart when SMB merchants wanting a free PHP open-source cart. Criterion scores come from approved SoftwareGlimpse editorial assessments and first-party research — not hands-on lab testing.

Choose Medusa if: JS teams building headless storefronts

Choose OpenCart if: SMB merchants wanting a free PHP open-source cart

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OpenCart

6/10

Best for

• SMB merchants wanting a free PHP open-source cart
• Teams comfortable self-hosting and buying extensions
• Catalogs that do not need Magento/Adobe programme depth

Starting from $0.00/user/mo

Free plan available

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