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Shopify 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

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