(BigCommerce · London)
BigCommerce ,
zero transaction fees,
serious scale.
WebAnts is a London BigCommerce development agency. We build custom Stencil themes, headless Next.js storefronts, B2B configurations, and handle full platform migrations, with zero transaction fees on every plan.
0%
Transaction fees on all plans
B2B
Native wholesale & corporate accounts
Headless
GraphQL Storefront API built in
SaaS
Managed hosting, no server admin
(Services)
BigCommerce built to convert
and built to scale.
01
Custom Stencil Themes
Bespoke BigCommerce Stencil themes, fully responsive, Core Web Vitals optimised, and built to convert. Handlebars templates, SCSS, and BigCommerce's Storefront API.
02
Headless BigCommerce + Next.js
BigCommerce as the commerce engine, Next.js as the storefront. GraphQL Storefront API, edge caching, and full design freedom, the fastest BigCommerce configuration available.
03
BigCommerce B2B Edition
Corporate accounts, custom price lists, purchase order payments, quote management, and customer group pricing, built on BigCommerce's dedicated B2B platform.
04
Migrations to BigCommerce
Migrate from WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, or any other platform, products, variants, customers, orders, and SEO redirects all migrated.
05
Custom App Development
BigCommerce single-click apps, embedded widgets, and checkout scripts. Extend platform functionality beyond what's available in the app marketplace.
06
Multi-channel & Marketplace
Sync inventory and orders across Amazon, eBay, Google Shopping, and Facebook via BigCommerce's native multi-channel manager or third-party connectors.
07
Payment & Checkout Optimisation
Custom checkout scripts, alternative payment methods (Klarna, Clearpay, Apple Pay), one-page checkout optimisation, and abandoned cart recovery.
08
BigCommerce Maintenance
Theme updates, app configuration, performance monitoring, product management, and ongoing development on a monthly retainer.
(How we work)
Discovery first. No surprises.
Discovery
Catalogue mapping, B2B requirements, payment model, and channel strategy. Standard vs headless recommendation based on your scale.
Design
Figma designs for PDP, PLP, cart, and checkout. BigCommerce-specific patterns considered at design stage.
Build & Migrate
Stencil theme or Next.js storefront built. Products and customers migrated. Staging preview before launch.
Launch
DNS cutover, redirect implementation, channel configuration, and two weeks post-launch support.
(FAQ)
BigCommerce questions,
answered directly.
BigCommerce vs Shopify, which is better?
BigCommerce has no transaction fees on any plan, stronger native B2B features, more flexible product variants, and better multi-currency/multi-channel support out of the box. Shopify has a larger app ecosystem and is simpler for getting started quickly. For scaling DTC brands or B2B sellers who don't want to pay transaction fees on a growing volume, BigCommerce often wins the comparison.
What is headless BigCommerce?
Headless BigCommerce uses the GraphQL Storefront API as a commerce backend while the storefront is built in a separate framework (typically Next.js). This gives you full design freedom, React interactivity, and superior Core Web Vitals, while keeping BigCommerce managing products, inventory, pricing, and checkout. Recommended for high-volume stores where performance directly affects conversion.
Can I migrate from Shopify to BigCommerce?
Yes. We migrate products, product variants, customers, orders, and CMS content. URLs change between platforms, so we create a comprehensive 301 redirect map and monitor Google Search Console post-launch to ensure rankings are preserved. The Shopify subscription data is the most complex part, we map subscription relationships and coordinate with your payment provider.
What is BigCommerce B2B Edition?
BigCommerce B2B Edition is a dedicated B2B platform that adds: corporate account hierarchies with multiple buyers per company, custom price lists per customer or company, purchase order payment, quote requests and management, requisition lists, and approval workflows. It's available as an add-on to your BigCommerce plan and integrates natively, no third-party B2B app required.
How much does a BigCommerce store cost?
A custom Stencil theme with standard configuration typically costs £6,000–£12,000. A headless BigCommerce + Next.js storefront typically costs £15,000–£30,000. A migration from another platform adds £2,000–£8,000 depending on catalogue size. B2B Edition setup adds £5,000–£15,000. Flat written quote after a free discovery call.
Does BigCommerce support subscriptions?
Yes via third-party apps (Recharge, Skio, Bold Subscriptions) or custom implementation. BigCommerce doesn't have native subscription billing built in the way Shopify does, it's handled at the app layer. We evaluate the best app for your subscription model (standard recurring, usage-based, or curated box) and configure it as part of the build.
(Start a project)
Free 30-min call.
Flat quote.
No prepayment.
Share your requirements. We’ll advise on Stencil vs headless and quote flat before any work begins.
WebAnts is a London BigCommerce development agency. We build custom Stencil themes, headless BigCommerce + Next.js storefronts, B2B Edition configurations, and handle platform migrations with zero transaction fees. Based in London, serving UK and worldwide clients. 4.9★ rated.