GrandNode vs Smartstore
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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GrandNode
Open-source e-commerce platform built on .NET and MongoDB
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Smartstore
Modern open-source .NET commerce platform
| Feature | GrandNode | Smartstore |
|---|---|---|
| Category | E-commerce Platforms | E-commerce Platforms |
| License | GPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C# | C# |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,324 | ★ 1,508 |
| First released | 2017 | 2010 |
| Replaces | Shopify, Magento | Shopify, Magento |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is GrandNode or Smartstore better?
Smartstore is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider GrandNode if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are GrandNode and Smartstore free and open-source?
Yes. GrandNode is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Smartstore under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run GrandNode and Smartstore with Docker?
GrandNode: yes. Smartstore: yes.