Over 5,000 Products
A large catalogue means more attributes, variants, prices, feeds and mass operations. It is worth assessing the speed of administration, search engine and synchronisation with PIM or ERP.
Migrate Shopify to Magento 2 for a Brand That Needs More Freedom
I transfer the catalogue, customers, orders, integrations and SEO from Shopify to Magento 2. I replace applications and platform functions with an architecture tailored to the sales model, markets and operational processes of the brand.
Shopify provides robust infrastructure and a fast launch. Replatforming becomes worthwhile when plan, app and transaction costs rise, essential changes require Shopify Plus, or the standard catalogue and checkout model no longer fits the business.
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The decision to change
When Does the Speed of Shopify Give Way to the Need for Control?
Shopify takes responsibility for infrastructure, core security, and much of the checkout. In exchange for this convenience, the store uses a specific product model, API limits, application system and plan-dependent features.
If development means future monthly applications, switching to Plus only for checkout changes or rebuilding the catalogue to meet variant limits, it is worth calculating the cost of remaining on the platform over the horizon of several years.
Has Your Store Reached Scale to Justify the Migration?
The values below are not hard technical limits. These are actionable signals that the cost of restrictions, manual work or fees may justify an analysis of moving to Magento 2.
Over 3,000 Transactions per Month
With such volume, checkout stability, service automation and integration reliability have a direct impact on operational costs and customer experience.
From Around £600,000 Net per Year
At this scale, the cost of downtime, throttling, and service-based fees begins to justify investing in a platform tailored to your processes and growth plans.
The Most Common Barriers to Scaling Shopify
Shopify can handle a lot of traffic. Restrictions are more often related to the data model, freedom of change, integration and cost of services than to the availability of the store itself.
Limits of Variants and Options
A product can have up to three options and 2048 variants. More complex configurators require applications, item fields, or a different catalogue model.
Advanced Checkout Related to Plus
Interface extensions for the information, delivery, and payment stages, as well as some custom checkout features, are available exclusively in Shopify Plus.
Cost of Plan, Application and Transaction
In addition to the subscription, there are applications and payment services. With a third-party carrier, Shopify may charge an additional transaction fee, and Plus has a high minimum subscription.
API Limits and Dependency on Platform Changes
Integrations must support throttling and API version changes. After exceeding 50,000 variants, stores outside Plus also have a daily limit on creating new variants.
In What Areas Is Magento 2 More Flexible?
Magento transfers responsibility for the technology to the owner and development partner, but allows you to build the process without the boundaries imposed by the SaaS plan.
Your Own Catalogue Model
Attributes, product types, variants, sets and configurators can be developed for a specific offer without the limit of three options included in the platform model.
Checkout Control
The code and checkout flow can be modified without upgrading to the enterprise plan just to implement an important payment, delivery or validation rule.
No Platform Transaction Fee
Magento Open Source does not add its own commission to the value of orders. The costs of the payment operator, infrastructure and maintenance of the solution remain.
Many Brands and Sales Models
One installation can support different stores, catalogues and markets. B2C and B2B processes can be connected to common ERP, PIM and OMS systems.
What Do I Migrate from Shopify to Magento 2?
Migration covers data, but also functions, integrations and the way the team works. Each area receives a mapping and completeness check criteria.
Products and Collections
I map products, variants, options, collections, tags, metafields, media, prices, states and data published in individual channels.
Customers and Orders
I transfer accounts, addresses, orders, items, discounts, taxes and statuses needed for service and reporting.
Apps and Shopify Functions
I document application, automation and checkout functions. Then I choose Magento modules, integrations or bespoke solutions.
Storefront and SEO
I build the new Magento 2 frontend with Hyvä Commerce. I prepare a URL map, 301 redirects, metadata and post-launch analytics checks.
How Does a Shopify to Magento 2 Migration Work?
The new Magento 2 store runs alongside the existing platform. I perform multiple trial migrations and schedule cutover only after testing and data reconciliation.
- Shopify store auditI check the catalogue, customers, orders, integrations, applications or modules, SEO, analytics and manual processes performed by the team.
- Data and functionality mapI determine which records and functions migrate, what needs cleaning, and what will be rebuilt or deliberately omitted.
- Magento 2 store buildI configure Magento, implement the frontend, modules and integrations, and prepare environments for imports and acceptance tests.
- Trial migrationsI import copies of data, compare record numbers and relationships, measure synchronisation time and correct mapping before launch.
- UAT, SEO and team preparationThe customer checks the full sales and service paths. At the same time, I verify redirections, analytics, permissions and the operational checklist.
- Synchronisation and launchIn the agreed window, I perform the final import, switch traffic and integrations, and then monitor orders, errors and indexation.
Budget and schedule
What Determines the Cost of Migration from Shopify?
The greatest impact is on data quality, the number of variants and language versions, order history, the scope of the new frontend, integrations, B2B processes and functions that cannot be replaced with off-the-shelf modules.
After the audit, I prepare the scope of Magento 2 store development, schedule and pricing based on a fixed price. I describe elements that require decisions or additional data separately so that the budget is not based on hidden assumptions.
Technology partner
Why Choose APK Studio?
I focus on the commercial outcomes that matter to clients. I build fast, conversion-focused online stores and B2B platforms that automate workflows and make sales teams more efficient.
I combine seven years of experience in e-commerce with technological solutions supporting sales. After launch, I continue to help develop the platform and make strategic decisions.
Project security
A Reliable and Predictable Partner
Adobe-Certified Developer
The Adobe Commerce Frontend Expert certificate confirms the competences needed to properly implement Magento 2. This makes the choice of partner safer.
Experience in Integrations
I have delivered Magento 2 integrations with ERP platforms such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, NetSuite and SAP Business One, PIM platforms including Akeneo, and order management systems such as Linnworks and Brightpearl. This reduces the risk in one of the most complex parts of an e-commerce project.
Safe Fixed Price Budget
This is a fixed-price engagement. A thorough analysis defines acceptance criteria, architecture and scope. As a result, the project can be priced in detail and the final cost is not a surprise.
Features Delivered Every Two Weeks
I release working features to the test environment throughout the project. Your project lead can review them as they become available, keeping you in control of the delivery direction.
Experience and certification
Competencies Needed for Safe Migration
7 Years
experience in e-commerce
£3 Million
revenue generated for customers
25+
completed Magento 2 store builds
I am an experienced Adobe Commerce developer and hold the Adobe Commerce Front-End Developer Expert certification.
Customer reviews
Collaboration Based on Communication and Results
What I liked most was Artur's professional and quick communication, his punctuality and innovative approach to technical challenges, which allowed me to achieve great results without unnecessary complications. I definitely recommend APK Studio's services to every online store owner, because it is an investment that pays off really quickly.
I recommend cooperation with Mr. Artur. He approaches each project in a professional and technically matter-of-fact manner, proposing specific solutions tailored to actual needs. After the changes introduced, the website operates more stably, which resulted in the acquisition of new customers, and previously reported problems were eliminated. The cooperation runs smoothly and without unnecessary formalities. High quality of services while maintaining a reasonable, competitive price.
Artur has great expertise in Magento 2 development and communicates in a direct, clear, and goal-oriented way. Before working with him, I tried several companies from India and different freelancers, but I wasn't satisfied with the quality & communication. With Artur, the work is delivered professionally and to a high standard. I can definitely recommend him!
Selected projects
Design, Technology and Business Outcome
Each project combines business decisions, user experience and technical quality. See an example of my work and let’s discuss your next project.
Magento 2 · redesign
From a Budget Image to an Elegant Premium Brand
The redesign of the store, slimming the front-end and improving the shopping experience resulted in an increase in the number of orders by 47% within two months.
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Development of Your Online Store or B2B Platform
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FAQ
FAQs About Migrating from Shopify to Magento 2
Can a store on Shopify continue to scale?
Yes. Shopify has a scalable infrastructure and supports large brands. The reason for migration should not be the traffic itself, but the mismatch of the catalogue, checkout and integration model or the total cost of the plan, application and fees at the current scale.
What data can be migrated?
I transfer products, variants, collections, metafields, media, customers, addresses, orders, discounts and agreed content. The scope depends on the data available through GraphQL, exports, and the applications you use.
Will customers keep their accounts and passwords?
Shopify doesn't make customer passwords available for export. Accounts and purchase history can be transferred, and once launched, the customer activates the account or sets a new password in a secure communication process.
Does the store need to be taken offline during migration?
Construction and testing take place next to the operating store. A short service window may be needed for final integration synchronisation and switchover. I determine its length after trial imports.
How do you secure SEO when switching platforms?
I compare old and new addresses, prepare 301 redirects, transfer important content and metadata, and check canonicals, sitemap, analytics and indexation errors after launch. This does not guarantee immutable positions, but reduces the technical risk of losing traffic.
Won't Magento 2 be more expensive to maintain?
Magento requires professional hosting, updates and technical support, so it may not be justified for a small or standard store. At larger scale, the advantage is control over code, processes and costs that do not have to increase automatically with the number of applications, API calls or orders.
How long does a migration take and how much does it cost?
An accurate estimate starts with an audit of the data, features, integrations and frontend. Once the scope is agreed, I provide a delivery plan and fixed price tied to clear acceptance criteria.
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Is Your Store Still Running on Shopify?
Describe the number of products and orders, the most important integrations, current limitations and planned development direction. I will come back with information about what I need for the audit and preparation of the migration scope.