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BigCommerce Checkout Optimization

BigCommerce checkout optimization: full customization on every plan. One-page checkout, 60+ payment gateways, no transaction fees. More flexibility than Shopify, easier than Magento. Average 33% lower cart abandonment, 47% faster loads.

More Than Shopify

Why BigCommerce Offers More Checkout Flexibility

BigCommerce gives you full checkout customization on every plan. No Plus tier required.

Unlike Shopify, BigCommerce allows checkout code access and customization on Standard, Plus, and Pro plans. You get one-page checkout, custom fields, and branded checkout without paying $2,000+/month for Shopify Plus. BigCommerce also charges zero transaction fees on third-party gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Adyen), so you keep more of every sale.

We optimize BigCommerce checkout for conversion: Optimized One-Page Checkout, payment expansion (60+ gateways), and headless setups. For custom storefronts, we build with the Checkout JS SDK and Open Checkout. Our clients typically see 33% lower cart abandonment and 47% faster load times. Get a free site audit to see what we can optimize for your BigCommerce store.

Platform Comparison

BigCommerce vs Shopify Checkout

BigCommerce gives more checkout control on every plan. Shopify requires Plus for customization.

Feature
Shopify Basic / Shopify
BigCommerce All Plans Full customization
  • Checkout customization
    Locked, logo/colors only
    Full access, custom fields
  • One-page checkout
    No
    Yes, native
  • Transaction fees
    0.5-2% on third-party
    None
  • Headless
    Plus only
    All plans
  • Payment gateways
    Via Shopify Payments preferred
    60+ native, no fees
  • Our focus
    Pre-checkout only
    Full checkout + headless
Native Flexibility

What You Can Customize on BigCommerce

One-page checkout, custom fields, payment expansion. All plans. No Plus tier required.

Optimized One-Page Checkout

BigCommerce's native one-page checkout consolidates shipping, billing, and payment. We implement it, add progress indicators, and optimize for conversion. No apps or Plus pricing. Typical result: 20-35% reduction in abandonment.

Custom Fields and Branding

Add custom checkout fields, conditional logic, and branded styling. BigCommerce allows more than Shopify on standard plans. We configure fields, scripts, and checkout flow for your business rules.

60+ Payment Gateways

Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm, and regional providers. Zero transaction fees on third-party gateways. We integrate the right mix for your customers and optimize for conversion.
Headless Options

BigCommerce Headless and Open Checkout

Build custom storefronts with BigCommerce as the commerce engine. Headless on all plans.

Storefront API and GraphQL

BigCommerce Storefront API and GraphQL power headless storefronts. We optimize the checkout handoff from React, Next.js, or custom frontends. Headless is available on standard plans, no enterprise tier. Typical result: 30%+ conversion increase for headless clients.

Checkout JS SDK and Open Checkout

Build fully custom checkouts with the Checkout JS SDK. BigCommerce Open Checkout is open-source: use React, Vue, or any framework. We build Open Checkout solutions for brands that need maximum control without leaving BigCommerce.

Multi-Currency and Global

BigCommerce supports multi-currency and global selling. We optimize checkout for international customers, regional payment methods, and localized experiences.

Performance and Core Web Vitals

We optimize BigCommerce checkout for speed: CDN configuration, asset optimization, and Core Web Vitals. Typical result: 47% faster load times, sub-2-second checkout.
Platform Choice

When to Choose BigCommerce Over Shopify

Choose BigCommerce when you need checkout customization without Shopify Plus pricing. BigCommerce gives one-page checkout, custom fields, and headless on all plans. Zero transaction fees on third-party gateways saves 0.5-2% per order. Choose Magento or WooCommerce when you need full code-level control. We optimize all platforms. Compare eCommerce checkout platforms or get a free audit to see which fits your needs.

Our Process

How We Optimize BigCommerce Checkout

Our BigCommerce checkout optimization process: from free audit to launch.

01

Free Site Audit

We analyze your BigCommerce checkout flow, payment setup, and headless configuration (if applicable). Identifies bottlenecks and opportunities. Get your free audit.

5-7 business days
02

One-Page and Customization

We implement Optimized One-Page Checkout, add custom fields, and optimize the flow. For headless, we configure Storefront API and Checkout JS SDK.

20-35% reduction
03

Payment Expansion

We integrate the right payment mix: Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, BNPL, regional options. Zero transaction fees. Optimize for conversion.

60+ gateways
What We Offer

BigCommerce Checkout Optimization Services

We optimize BigCommerce checkout for conversion: one-page flow, payment expansion, headless, and performance. Native flexibility without Magento complexity.

Also optimize for Shopify, Magento, Adobe Commerce, WooCommerce, and custom builds. See eCommerce checkout platforms for platform-specific details.

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Common Questions

BigCommerce Checkout FAQ

BigCommerce checkout questions. Get a free site audit.

Yes. BigCommerce offers Optimized One-Page Checkout natively. We implement it, customize fields, and optimize the flow. BigCommerce provides more checkout flexibility than Shopify on every plan, no Plus tier required. We also build custom checkouts with the Checkout JS SDK and Open Checkout for headless storefronts.
BigCommerce allows full checkout customization on all plans: custom fields, one-page checkout, and checkout code access. Shopify locks checkout on Basic and Shopify plans; only Shopify Plus ($2,000+/month) unlocks Checkout Extensibility. BigCommerce also charges no transaction fees on third-party gateways. We optimize both; BigCommerce gives more levers without enterprise pricing.
Yes. BigCommerce headless uses the Storefront API, GraphQL, and Checkout JS SDK. We optimize the checkout handoff from your custom storefront (React, Next.js, etc.) and the checkout experience itself. Headless is available on standard BigCommerce plans, no enterprise tier required. Get a free audit to see what's possible.
BigCommerce supports 60+ payment gateways natively: Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, Square, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna, Afterpay, Affirm, and regional providers. Unlike Shopify, BigCommerce charges no transaction fees on third-party gateways. We integrate the right options for your customers and optimize for conversion.
BigCommerce Open Checkout is an open-source checkout option that lets you build a fully custom checkout using the Checkout JS SDK. You can use React, Vue, or any framework. We build Open Checkout solutions for headless and custom storefronts. It's ideal when you need maximum control without leaving BigCommerce.
Magento offers full code-level control and is self-hosted. BigCommerce is SaaS with native checkout customization on all plans, no code deployment required for one-page checkout and custom fields. BigCommerce is easier to implement; Magento offers deeper customization. See our eCommerce checkout platforms comparison.
Our BigCommerce clients see average improvements of 25-33% lower cart abandonment and 20-30% conversion increase. BigCommerce's native flexibility often yields faster implementation than Magento. Headless clients often see 30%+ gains. We provide ROI projections as part of your free audit.
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Tell us about your BigCommerce store (Standard, Plus, or Pro) and we'll show you what's possible with native checkout. Free consultation.

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