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Vendure alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Vendure: GPLv3 core; commercial licence needed for some uses, and requires developers for storefront and setup. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Vendure, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Medusa currently ranks first.

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The best Vendure alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

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Best Vendure alternative for most people

Medusa

MIT-style open-source TypeScript framework with cheaper cloud hosting.

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Best Vendure alternative for a free option

Saleor

GraphQL headless platform in Python with a managed cloud.

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Best Vendure alternative for open source

Sylius

Open-source headless framework for PHP and Symfony teams.

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Best Vendure alternative for self-hosting

Medusa

MIT-style open-source TypeScript framework with cheaper cloud hosting.

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Best Vendure alternative for iPhone and Android

BigCommerce

Hosted platform with B2B features and no backend to run.

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Best Vendure alternative for working in the browser

commercetools

Enterprise SaaS composable commerce with strong B2B.

Vendure alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Vendure?

Medusa ranks first right now. MIT-style open-source TypeScript framework with cheaper cloud hosting. Saleor and Sylius follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Vendure?

Yes. Medusa (open source), Saleor (open source) and Sylius (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Vendure?

Yes: Medusa, Saleor and Sylius. Medusa, Saleor and Sylius can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Vendure?

The complaints we hear most: GPLv3 core; commercial licence needed for some uses; requires developers for storefront and setup; paid plans are expensive for small shops.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Vendure, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.