Shopify vs Squarespace (Which is the best eCommerce Builder?)

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Squarespace and Shopify are two dominant players in the website building space. From tiny single item stores, to influencer merch shops, to massive merchants like Toyota and Skull Candy, Squarespace and Shopify can most likely offer what you need. But this doesn't mean they are equal. In this video, I will share the fundamental differences to help you decide which is right for your needs.
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0:00 Why Squarespace and Shopify?
0:34 The Background
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6:46 Apps, Features, and Integrations
9:50 Ease of Use
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[@myyabarkley676]

Helpful, but sooooo stressful at the same time! Lol. Like, at one point I'm like - DEFINITELY SQUARESPACE. Two sentences later I'm like - Oh heck no DEFINITELY SHOPIFY. Now I'm sitting here pandering my life choices!!!

[@CeeJayKay]

Me too.

[@ThisIsWayneoTv]

Me right now

[@artbybirdie7627]

Thank you for the straight to the point info. Excellent video. New subscriber

[@pocketlighthouse]

Awesome video. Super informative and great pace! Thank you for posting about this topic.

[@alancongratssoonyoullhead5273]

Thanks Michael, great tutorial video as always

[@johnravi3887]

Hi Michael, What a great video! You are absolutely right. Many people ask me to suggest one, but I cannot do it because I don’t know their projects and requirements. I think a person can choose the best option himself by comparing his needs. I am s glad that you decided to cover this topic. It was such a great watch. I learned a lot from it, and I will share this with people in my network to help them choose the best options for themselves.

[@roamingwombat]

J. Ravi, women also have business. Using inclusive language matters. I agree this was a helpful video.

[@6toolbaseball]

Thank you for this video! Fantastic

[@beiyongxing]

I have some experience with both and am going to choose Squarespace for my new website - brand first, then e-commerce. Great video, thank you.

[@landonstahly4070]

Great video, very informative!

[@SquareWebsites]

This is a great way to look at this.

[@mkaay1204]

Thanks, super helpful!

[@SolusChristus3]

I think you just sold me on squarespace. Thanks bro!

[@HopefulWanderer-11]

Thanks! Very helpful.

[@sarahgooch8411]

Thanks for the information.

[@BrandiHess13]

I think Shopify will be the better option for my project. Thanks for the info...very informative. Can you explain the Shopify payments? What, exactly, is that?

[@juanphysique]

hello! And if I want to create a land page, which of these options is better considering using it for e-commerce in the future as well?

[@AJo930]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@lizzylips09]

Question how do u add clover payment processor to squarespace

[@kpopsophia6478]

As good as Nate!!! Great 👍

[@declanosbourne62]

Is Wordpress and woo commerce are a good way to go for drop shipping?

[@efflix2778]

What about Wix?

[@jessicamark9508]

Hey, What do you recommend the best for a site that is selling products on a subscription basis? Also, I am based in the UAE which seems to have many restrictions with Shopify. Many thanks for any advice.

[@slkslk7841]

Hi Jessica, could you tell me what restrictions are applicable to shopify in UAE ? I'm also based out of UAE , and would like to know.

[@flethacker]

Can you tell where you buy that plant on your left. it would be great for my yoga studio

[@sectormentor6265]

Great explanation! Thank you

[@gracelilyyoshua328]

You speak really fast ... thank you Sir 😊

[@gracelilyyoshua328]

How about free online church web builder ... Live stream ... Webpage ... Blog ... Donation ... Store .. Etc !? Thank you 😊

[@gracelilyyoshua328]

How about migrating later on ... Between the platform ... Ease or efforts? Thank you

[@bobbybowling311]

If I already run Square for my business I’m assuming square space would communicate with my store and square app?

[@Golfexpertbelieveme]

What do you suggest for someone that has like a mom and pop shop that wants help with listing what I sell and keeping track of orders as well as. Majority of my stuff is custom made items so I would like easy communication options.

[@breymantis]

Sqaure space

[@christinemay9385]

which is easier if I want to sell stuff I stock to sell in person and printing the others? I already use square at the shows I attend..

[@joylovekind]

What would you recommend for a consultation service ? Adding a small stationery shop within it but not a big shop

[@thisjazzylife]

I think squarespace would be perfect for that. In my opinion I think SquareSpace is a lot easier to make a beautiful website. I feel like Shopify is more ecommerce like over 50 something products kind of shop. Its easier to manage in that way. I'm here to see which is better for my website, with few items as well and will be going with squarespace. But like he said, you should take a look at the sites yourself and then it may give you a better idea which one is the best fit for you.

[@joylovekind]

@@thisjazzylife what would be better the commercial vs commercial adv?

[@thisjazzylife]

@@joylovekind see if there are trial versions for you to give a try.

[@nkoz]

Hey, are you Nate O'Brien's brother? Y'all look and sound similar and talk with your hands the same way too. :P

[@vodermore]

Great content! If I just want to do affiliate marketing and Adsense through blogging, would you recommend squarespace or shopify?

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

Based on his video I think he would recommend squarespace

[@vodermore]

@@BlackGirlLovesAnime6 thank you! I totally forgot about this channel! They want you to watch their videos but they don't wanna answer your questions! I already moved on to other channels, but thank you anyway!

[@BlackGirlLovesAnime6]

@@vodermore 😂 np, what platform did you end up using and would you mind telling me the other platform you went to?

[@NetSkillNavigator]

Wordpress is the way to go bcuz of its SEO benefits.

[@danielgeorgenahabwe5382]

I have a building workshop that makes doors, windows etc. and I want to setup an online store with a virtual showroom for customers and potential customers to browse through my products. What would you recommend... shopify or squarespace?

[@user-dr2pg8fk2i]

Square Space support is rough at best.

[@josephbrookesjr.4968]

Shopify apps suck if yiu are looking for inventory apps . They are to expensive and cheap most of the tshirt fulfillment are over seas takes weeks .I'm watching this to see about squre soace.

[@ava-jq4uq]

Squarespace easily

[@merrittman]

Shopify is incredibly expensive! Squarespace is where it's at

[@teet1047]

Loved the pace of this video and was very informative! Thankyou! Been using shopify for a year now and have always loved the Squarespace look

[@mtballard4044]

Did you move to squarespace?

[@lizzylips09]

Can u add clover to squarespace

[@val-xe2jy]

You look like a marvel actor lol u should audition

[@cervigni]

Squarespace is better if you want to save money and don't have the economic potential to create eye-catching sites, Shopify basic themes are ugly

[@Smooveandpretty]

Shopify customer service is so trash. I don’t want to even use them anymore.

[@ioannastekiapantou]

Tell us your experience

[@Dabshanks]

Can I sell vape pens and smoking pipes on square space

[@hhauffe]

I would think that what you sell, given that it's legal, is up to you. -that bit of feedback is free, no consultation or membership required :)

[@callxdr]

Yet again the school of waving hands presenting… so annoying n irrelevant to the points!