Get your storefront up and running today with Magento Open Source

Magento Open Source offers a cost-effective route onto an open-source eCommerce platform. Powered by Adobe Commerce, open-source offers a flexible and feature-rich platform for eCommerce brands. With a global presence of over 10 years, Magento Open Source remains a strong candidate for those looking for a lower cost Enterprise level eCommerce platform.

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If you’re ready for a fully featured eCommerce solution, we recommend our cloud-based Adobe Commerce software, which includes optimized cloud architecture and hosting as well as AI-powered merchandising and analytics.

Originally referred to as Magento Community Edition, the license-free version of Magento became Magento Open Source in 2017. Following the Adobe acquisition of Magento, it has kept its Open Source name and is still used by sizeable retailers.

Let's compare Magento Open Source & Adobe Commerce.



Magento Open Source gives you everything you need to get started. However, Adobe Commerce is an all-in-one cloud solution optimized for Adobe Commerce websites, easy to deploy, enhanced security, and packed with additional integrated capabilities to accelerate sales. See the features of both below to decide which is right for you.

Built in Features Open Source Adobe Commerce
Integrated checkout, payment, and shipping
Mobile optimized shopping
Global selling
Catalog management
Extended functionality via App Marketplace
Instant purchase
Site search
WYSIWYG Page Builder
Reusable Dynamic Blocks
B2B functionality
Business intelligence dashboards
Advanced marketing tools
Content staging and preview
Customer loyalty tools
Visual merchandising
Product recommendations
Live Search
BOPIS
Gift cards

Powering commerce for a range of brands.

Do you want to explore how Magento Open Source can enhance you digital experience?

We’ve been working with Magento (now Adobe Commerce) since 2007, we’re well placed to help you get the most out of the platform

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