BrandRafter compared with online-store platforms
Store platforms are built around a shop. BrandRafter is built around a business — enquiries and dealers first, a shop when you need one.
Online-store platforms are the right choice when selling to the public is the whole business — large catalogues, many payment and marketing apps, sales across several channels.
Where a store platform is the better choice
- Most of your sales are online, to the public, and you need advanced shop marketing.
- You sell on many marketplaces and want one place to manage them.
Where BrandRafter is the better choice
- Many of your customers ask for a quote, call, or order as dealers rather than buying straight away.
- You want enquiries, a dealer portal (Business and above) and, when you are ready, a shop with payments and delivery (Enterprise) in one dashboard.
- Payments go straight to your own payment account; BrandRafter takes no commission.
At a glance
| Feature | BrandRafterGet started | Online-store platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Enquiries and quotes as well as sales | Included | Usually an add-on |
| Dealer prices and dealer sign-in | From Business | Often an add-on |
| Cart, payments and courier rates | On Enterprise | Included |
| Commission on your sales | None | Varies by plan |
| Advanced shop marketing apps | Not included | Included |
Common questions
Where does the money from online payments go?
Straight to your own payment account (Razorpay). BrandRafter is not in the middle and takes no commission.
Can I start with enquiries and add a shop later?
Yes. Move up a plan when you are ready; your site and products stay as they are.
See it for your own business
Pick a design for your trade and try it for 7 days.
