WEB4U vs Shopify
Shopify works well for standard online shops. WEB4U is better when you want a custom setup built around your business instead of fitting everything into templates and apps..
What Shopify does well
Shopify works for general ecommerce and has a big ecosystem.
Reliable platform
You can upload a product and start selling in a few minutes. No technical work needed.
Large app store
You can add features with apps if you need extra tools.
Familiar setup
Many people already know how Shopify works, so the learning curve feels smaller.
Where Shopify feels limited
Shopify is strong for generic stores but becomes restrictive when you need specific workflows or full design freedom.
Heavy dependence on apps
Simple features often require paid apps. Costs stack up fast.
Template restrictions
Themes look good but you still work inside tight layouts. Full custom design is hard without expensive development.
Limited flexibility for non standard businesses
If your business model is not a typical ecommerce shop, you start running into roadblocks.
How do we handle these limits
WEB4U gives you a site built around what your business needs, not what a template allows.
Custom site built for your workflow
You are not boxed into shop templates. Your site follows your process.
No app overload
Most features are built directly into your setup. You avoid stacking monthly fees.
Full control on design
Everything can be shaped to your brand. No theme limitations.
Support
You get help from people who know your setup. No hunting for app developers and no support chain.
Better for mixed businesses
Whether you sell digital or physical goods, services, or both, we tailor the system to match your structure.
Done for you setup
We build the entire system. You own the final website.
Comparison
Setup | Design Freedom | Ownership | Costs | Scalability | Support | Integrations | |
Shopify | Self setup with apps | Template Based or expensive custom | Shopify hosted, request your file anytime | Monthly costs for Shopify+apps+fee | Good but app heavy (most apps charge per order) | Mixed | App store |
WEB4U by SFZ4 | Fully done 4u | Full control | You own the site | Simple fixed pricing | High | Direct human support | Custom integrations |
Who should pick Payhip
Shops with a high budget
Comfortable spending 100s/m for apps, shopify subscription & sales cuts.
People who do not need a full website
Works if you want a clean theme and do not need deep customization.
Users comfortable managing apps
Best when you do not mind adding apps to extend features.
Who should pick WEB4U
Businesses needing a tailored system
Ideal if your workflow does not fit standard ecommerce templates.
Sellers who want full branding and control
A site that looks unique and matches your brand from top to bottom.
Anyone who wants the setup handled for them
We build the entire platform and support it.
Tens of companies trust us to grow their businesses.
If you want a setup built for long term growth, contact us and we help you start.