The cost of an eCommerce website varies significantly with the scope of the project. This article, originally published in 2024, breaks down the tiers.
Tier 1: Basic template dropshipping (₹15,000 – ₹50,000)
This usually involves purchasing a Shopify or WordPress theme, changing the logo, and handing it over. It's inexpensive, but it is not a custom-built or individually optimized experience.
Tier 2: Professional custom build (₹1,50,000 – ₹5,00,000)
This includes custom UX/UI design tailored to your user journey, robust inventory integrations, and substantial technical SEO implementation.
Tier 3: Enterprise headless commerce (₹10,00,000+)
Large-scale brands with demanding performance and scalability requirements may need a headless architecture using Next.js and specialized backends.