Wix eCommerce alternative

bookto checkout vs Wix eCommerce — a simpler way to sell online

You built your Wix site. Adding a compliant checkout is a different job — and you do not need to upgrade your Wix plan to do it.

The short answer

Wix eCommerce is the shop extension built into Wix — it adds a catalogue and cart to your existing Wix site and requires a Business plan. bookto checkout is a standalone payment page per product that works independently of Wix. Link to it from your site — no store setup, no plan upgrade.

Many freelancers and small business owners build their website on Wix — it is quick, visual, and no-code. At some point they want to sell something: a coaching package, a workshop, a digital download. Wix offers eCommerce, but enabling it requires upgrading to a Business plan and setting up a full store: product pages, a cart, payment settings, and ongoing management.

bookto checkout connects to your Wix site with a link. Keep your Wix site exactly as it is. Add a button to your page that links to your bookto checkout URL. Your client pays through a professionally designed checkout page, and the money lands in your own Mollie account. No store setup. No Wix plan upgrade.

Side by side

Wix eCommercebookto checkout
Requires Wix account / plan upgrade✓ (Business plan)
Works independently of any website builder
Setup timeHours5 minutes
Shopping cart✗ (one product per checkout)
iDEAL / BancontactDepends on region/plan✓ Native via Mollie
VAT capture at checkoutPartial✓ Built in
Order record with buyer details
Confirmation email to buyer✓ Customisable per product
Monthly cost€17–€25+ (Business plan)€7–€11 flat
Right for 1–10 productsPossible but overkill
Works alongside existing Wix siteBuilt-in✓ Via link

Who each is right for

Wix eCommerce is right if you…

  • Already use Wix and want shop design to match your site exactly
  • Need a product catalogue with multiple items in one cart
  • Sell physical products and need inventory management
  • Want everything — website and shop — inside one platform

bookto checkout is right if you…

  • Have a Wix site and want to add payments without upgrading your plan
  • Have 1 to 10 defined products — sessions, packages, workshops, books
  • Need iDEAL or Bancontact without payment setup complexity
  • Want a checkout page live today — not after configuring a store
  • Want to get paid before you deliver

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Wix eCommerce and bookto checkout?

Wix eCommerce is the shop module built into the Wix website builder — it adds a product catalogue, shopping cart, and inventory management to your Wix site. bookto checkout is a standalone checkout page per product that works independently of any website builder. You can link to it from your Wix site, but you do not need to set up a Wix store to use it.

I already have a Wix website. Can I use bookto checkout instead of Wix eCommerce?

Yes — and for most professionals, it is the simpler path. Keep your Wix site as it is. Add a button or link on your Wix page that points to your bookto checkout URL. Your client lands on the checkout page, pays, and receives a confirmation email. No Wix eCommerce setup, no monthly Wix Business plan upgrade, no cart logic to configure.

Does Wix eCommerce support iDEAL and Bancontact?

Wix supports iDEAL and Bancontact through their payment integrations, but availability depends on your Wix plan and region configuration. bookto checkout supports iDEAL, Bancontact, SEPA, and credit cards natively through Mollie — the payment provider most Belgian and Dutch buyers and accountants are already familiar with.

Is bookto checkout cheaper than Wix eCommerce?

Wix eCommerce requires a Wix Business plan or higher, which starts at around €17–€25/month depending on your region and plan. bookto checkout starts at €7/month and works independently of any website platform — you do not need a Wix plan to use it.

Can I use bookto checkout without having a Wix site?

Yes. bookto checkout gives you a standalone URL per product. You can share it anywhere — your Wix site, a bio link, an email, a social post, or a WhatsApp message. No website of any kind is required.

When does Wix eCommerce make more sense than bookto checkout?

Wix eCommerce makes sense if you already use Wix to run your website and want an integrated shop experience — product gallery, shopping cart, and store management all inside Wix. If you need a large catalogue or want your shop design to match your Wix template exactly, Wix eCommerce is the natural extension. bookto checkout is the right choice if you want to get a payment page live quickly, without upgrading your Wix plan or configuring a full store.

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