BigCommerce vs Weebly

2018. Weebly brings more e-commerce features to mobile



Website builder Weebly has introduced several new e-commerce features for their mobile app. These features enable users to perform various tasks directly from their smartphones, such as shipping and printing labels, responding to customer inquiries through embedded Facebook Messenger on Weebly sites, approving customer reviews, creating customized coupon codes, and managing all aspects of their online store, including product listings and pricing. The company expressed its vision for transforming the mobile phone into "the new back office" in a blog post.


2018. BigCommerce raised $64 million



BigCommerce, an e-commerce service utilized by renowned brands such as Sony, Toyota, and over 60,000 other merchants, has successfully raised $64 million to expedite its business growth. BigCommerce offers its customers a comprehensive template to launch websites that include efficient shipping and payment tracking features. Additionally, it simplifies cross-selling on popular platforms like Amazon, eBay, and Facebook. The company asserts that it can assist e-tailers in reducing costs by up to 80 percent. Recently, BigCommerce has introduced an integration with Instagram, enabling seamless in-app purchasing for consumers. Furthermore, the company has established partnerships with leading entities such as PayPal and Google, and intends to capitalize on cross-platform opportunities by intensifying its efforts in that regard.


2018. BigCommerce introduced new Google Shopping campaign management solution



BigCommerce, a leading ecommerce platform, has recently introduced a new integration with Google Shopping, allowing merchants to leverage its advantages. This integration empowers BigCommerce merchants with seamless configuration and generation of product data feeds specifically designed for Google Shopping. Furthermore, they can optimize their Google AdWords campaigns directly within the BigCommerce control panel, resulting in time saved, improved ad spend optimization, and increased sales and conversion rates. By utilizing Google Shopping, a cost-effective solution, ecommerce merchants can effectively connect with potential customers who are actively seeking the products they desire, thus driving relevant traffic to their online stores and ultimately benefiting their businesses.


2018. Weebly launched Photo Studio service



Weebly has introduced a new service called Photo Studio, specifically designed for entrepreneurs seeking stunning and polished product photos for their online stores. The process is straightforward: you send your product(s) to Weebly, and their Photo Studio team captures high-quality professional images on your behalf. Once completed, you receive a download link to access the product photos, and Weebly promptly returns your shipped items. Currently, Weebly offers three professional product photos per product at a cost of $10 each.


2018. BigCommerce integrated with Akamai Image Manager



BigCommerce has recently partnered with Akamai, a globally recognized and highly reliable cloud delivery platform, to offer Akamai Image Manager to its extensive network of over 55,000 BigCommerce stores worldwide. This collaboration enables BigCommerce customers to enjoy the benefits of Akamai's advanced image optimization technology. Through Akamai Image Manager, BigCommerce merchants gain the capability to optimize their online images based on factors such as device type, image quality, and download size. This optimization process leads to accelerated page loading times, enhanced customer engagement, and ultimately improved website conversion rates.


2017. BigCommerce integrates with Instagram



BigCommerce has introduced an exciting feature that empowers merchants to drive sales through Instagram. With this new integration, BigCommerce merchants are among the first to gain access to shopping on Instagram, enabling users to discover, browse, and make purchases directly from product posts within Instagram's iOS and Android apps. With over 800 million monthly Instagram users, and 80 percent of them following at least one business account, brands have a significant opportunity to connect with a wide audience and showcase their unique products and stories. Starting today, BigCommerce merchants can effortlessly tag products in their Instagram posts, providing users with instant access to contextual information such as pricing and product descriptions with just a single click. This seamless integration enhances the shopping experience and offers a convenient way for customers to explore and engage with products, ultimately driving more conversions and sales for BigCommerce merchants.


2017. BigCommerce expands relationship with PayPal



BigCommerce has announced an expanded collaboration with PayPal, aimed at providing businesses with a comprehensive suite of products and services to enhance sales opportunities. As of today, BigCommerce customers will enjoy increased capabilities to offer flexible consumer financing options through PayPal Credit, access innovative business financing via PayPal Working Capital, and gain valuable insights into their shoppers through the exclusive PayPal Marketing Solutions app, recently launched for BigCommerce customers. Since 2013, BigCommerce and PayPal have been trusted partners, working together to support merchants in growing their businesses through a comprehensive payment solution. BigCommerce's seamless integration with PayPal, powered by Braintree, enables business owners to effortlessly accept credit and debit cards, as well as offer the convenience of PayPal as a payment option. With this enhanced collaboration, BigCommerce customers can now leverage the power of PayPal's robust suite of products and services, empowering them to attract more customers, increase conversions, and optimize their overall sales performance. By providing flexible financing options, access to business financing, and valuable shopper insights, BigCommerce and PayPal are equipping businesses with the tools they need to thrive in the competitive ecommerce landscape.


2017. BigCommerce simplifies migration from other ecommerce platform, including WordPress



BigCommerce has introduced a set of powerful tools designed to simplify the process of migrating data between different ecommerce platforms. These innovative Catalog Transfer Apps are available to online retailers who are currently selling on alternative platforms, offering a seamless and efficient way to import essential product catalog assets and customer data to BigCommerce. With these apps, the time and cost associated with the migration process are significantly reduced, allowing merchants to transfer their data within a matter of minutes. Developed by BigCommerce's own team of replatforming experts, the Catalog Transfer Apps empower merchants to independently migrate their data from their existing online store to BigCommerce. This includes the ability to transfer up to 10,000 products/SKUs and 30 different types of data. For businesses with larger catalogs, BigCommerce also offers personalized migration services to ensure a smooth transition. With these new tools, BigCommerce continues to support and empower online retailers in streamlining their operations and maximizing their success.


2017. Weebly adds Square integration


Square, a highly regarded tool for independent businesses, previously presented challenges when it came to managing an offline inventory alongside your Weebly storefront. However, thanks to the new Weebly + Square integration, you can now effortlessly handle credit card processing both online and in person. This integration also offers an array of tools to seamlessly combine your online business with offline sales. With the integration, you gain the ability to import your products and synchronize your online and offline inventory, ensuring automatic updates and facilitating easy sharing and tracking of products across systems. Square's payment processing functionality is now available across all paid plans, accompanied by features such as Square product import, inventory synchronization, and special offers that include a giveaway for a free credit card reader and reduced transaction rates.


2017. Weebly launches new image editor



The capacity to swiftly upload, modify, and publish photos from your phone or camera can significantly differentiate your business and maintain the interest of both new visitors and returning customers. Recognizing this, Weebly has developed a cutting-edge Image Editor that empowers you to produce superior imagery for your website while retaining complete control over photo editing directly within your browser. The newly introduced Image Editor offers enhanced speed compared to its predecessor and introduces a comprehensive array of powerful image editing tools. Some notable features of the new Image Editor include image cropping, 29 additional filters, text overlay on images, an undo button, and various other functionalities.