Frappe Webshop vs Spree Commerce
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted e-commerce platforms options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Frappe Webshop
Open-source e-commerce storefront on the Frappe framework
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Spree Commerce
Open-source Rails e-commerce platform
| Feature | Frappe Webshop | Spree Commerce |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-commerce Platforms | E-commerce Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | Python | Ruby |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 197 | ★ 15,607 |
| First released | 2022 | 2008 |
| Replaces | Shopify, WooCommerce | Shopify, BigCommerce |
Why pick each one
Choose Frappe Webshop if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
Frequently asked questions
Is Frappe Webshop or Spree Commerce better?
Spree Commerce is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Frappe Webshop if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Frappe Webshop and Spree Commerce free and open-source?
Yes. Frappe Webshop is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Spree Commerce under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Frappe Webshop and Spree Commerce with Docker?
Frappe Webshop: yes. Spree Commerce: yes.