SureCart
by SureCart
The new standard for WordPress eCommerce.
The "WooCommerce Killer"?
SureCart is a relatively new entrant that has taken the community by storm. It solves the two biggest problems of WooCommerce: Database Bloat and Complex Funnels.
The "Hybrid" Advantage
SureCart runs on your site, but the heavy lifting (processing payments, calculating tax, managing subscriptions) happens on SureCart's cloud servers.
- Result: Your site stays fast, even during checkout.
- Security: They handle the PCI compliance heavy lifting.
The Subscription Superpower
With WooCommerce, selling a recurring subscription requires a $199/yr extension. SureCart includes subscription management for free. You can set up monthly, yearly, or installment plans natively.
| Feature | SureCart | WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|
| Subscriptions | Free (Built-in) | $199/year |
| Checkout UI | Visual Builder | Code/Template |
| Database Load | Minimal | High |
| Dunning (Failed Payments) | Built-in | Requires Plugin |
Final Verdict
If you are setting up a store for Digital Products, Courses, or Memberships, SureCart is hands down the best option in 2024. The UI is modern, and the free value is unbeatable.
Our Review
SureCart is the most exciting development in WordPress eCommerce in years. It uses a hybrid architecture to offload processing to their servers while keeping the data on your site, resulting in a lightning-fast checkout.
Pros
- Does not bloat your database (Hybrid architecture)
- Complete subscription management included for Free
- Beautiful, modern checkout forms (Stripe/PayPal)
- Visual payment form builder included
- EU VAT and Tax calculation built-in
Cons
- Newer ecosystem (fewer 3rd party integrations than Woo)
- Relies on SureCart servers (SaaS dependency)