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
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?
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
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.
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.
