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Shopify Fees UK Choose Best Plan

Why Your Shopify Plan Matters

Shopify UK offers three main plans: Basic, Shopify, and Advanced. Each has different subscription fees, transaction costs, and card processing rates. Choosing the wrong one can shrink your margins—especially if you're scaling or selling high-ticket items.

2025 Shopify UK Plan Overview

Plan Monthly Fee Shopify Payments Fee (UK cards) Third-party Payment Fee
Basic £25 2.0% + 25p +2.0%
Shopify £65 1.7% + 25p +1.0%
Advanced £344 1.5% + 25p +0.6%
Official Shopify UK pricing

How to Choose the Right Plan

Choosing the right plan depends on:

1. Gross Monthly Revenue

  • Under £5,000/month: Start with Basic
  • £5,000–£25,000/month: Consider Shopify
  • Over £25,000/month: Advanced may offer better margins

2. Average Order Value (AOV)

  • High AOV (over £100)? Higher plans reduce transaction fees significantly.
  • Low AOV (under £50)? Stick with Basic unless you have volume.

3. Shopify Payments vs Third-Party Gateways

Using Shopify Payments is cheaper, but still includes fees. Alternatives like Wallid Pay by Bank help avoid both % and per-transaction fees.

Pay by Bank: The Ultimate Shopify Fee Saver

Wallid Pay by Bank is a direct bank transfer checkout method that:

  • Skips card fees entirely
  • Works with all UK banks via Open Banking
  • Pays you faster than Shopify’s 3-5 day cycle
  • Saves up to 2% per order

Scenario: Which Plan Wins?

Monthly Sales AOV Best Plan Why
£2,000 £40 Basic Low volume, high plan fees would outweigh savings
£12,000 £100 Shopify Lower % fees justify £65/month
£40,000 £180 Advanced Reduces fees by ~0.7%, saving hundreds monthly
In every scenario, using Pay by Bank alongside your main gateway maximises savings.

Final Checklist Before You Choose

  • Know your monthly revenue
  • Track average order value
  • Use Shopify Payments if needed—but consider Pay by Bank for better margins

Want the numbers?

To complement your plan decision, review the full costs and commission structure across all Shopify UK pricing tiers:

Shopify UK Pricing 2025 — Compare All Plans & Fees

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the main difference between Shopify Basic, Shopify, and Advanced plans in the UK?

A: The plans differ in monthly subscription cost and transaction fees. Basic is £25/month at 2.0% + £0.25 per order; Advanced is £344/month at 1.5% + £0.25. Higher plans offer lower fees, which benefit stores with larger order values or higher volume.

Q2: How do I decide which Shopify plan is right for my UK store?

A: Base your decision on your monthly revenue and average order value (AOV). For example, if you're under £5,000/month, Basic is best. Over £25,000/month with high AOV? Advanced may save you the most in fees.

Q3: Can I reduce transaction fees regardless of my plan?

A: Yes. Adding Pay by Bank lets you bypass card processing fees entirely, get paid faster, and save up to 2% per order—making it an effective way to boost margins on any Shopify plan.
2025-04-04 12:49 pay-by-bank for Shopify